Alcohol Use Therapists in Comstock Park, MI
Heather Renee Hess
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Comstock Park, MI 49321
The decision to work with a mental health professional can seem overwhelming. My purpose as a psychologist is to help you feel as comfortable and safe as possible so that you are empowered to initiate the changes you want for your life. In a collaborative environment, I strive to help you navigate hurts of the past, deal with stressors of the present, and outline your future goals. Whether you are dealing with depression, trauma, hopelessness, racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, relationship issues, or other concerns, I provide a trusting relationship in a judgement free atmosphere where I can help you achieve wellness.
The decision to work with a mental health professional can seem overwhelming. My purpose as a psychologist is to help you feel as comfortable and safe as possible so that you are empowered to initiate the changes you want for your life. In a collaborative environment, I strive to help you navigate hurts of the past, deal with stressors of the present, and outline your future goals. Whether you are dealing with depression, trauma, hopelessness, racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, relationship issues, or other concerns, I provide a trusting relationship in a judgement free atmosphere where I can help you achieve wellness.
Chad Michael Fessenden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Comstock Park, MI 49321
We get it. Life can be tough. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to about all of it. There is a theme in our society that we are victims of our circumstances. While it is regrettable that many of life’s circumstances are beyond our control, at Green Branches we believe that everyone has the power to overcome these circumstances. It is our mission to help you find healing through recognizing your own empowerment.
We get it. Life can be tough. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to about all of it. There is a theme in our society that we are victims of our circumstances. While it is regrettable that many of life’s circumstances are beyond our control, at Green Branches we believe that everyone has the power to overcome these circumstances. It is our mission to help you find healing through recognizing your own empowerment.
Benjamin A Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LLPC
Verified Verified
Comstock Park, MI 49321
Waitlist for new clients
My role as a therapist is to help you recognize your needs and wants, and to offer you support during the process of healing and growth. My therapeutic philosophy is a strength-based approach that is based on my belief that you are the expert of your life. We will work together to discover the best way for you to find answers to your problems.
My role as a therapist is to help you recognize your needs and wants, and to offer you support during the process of healing and growth. My therapeutic philosophy is a strength-based approach that is based on my belief that you are the expert of your life. We will work together to discover the best way for you to find answers to your problems.
Heather Wiszczur-Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Comstock Park, MI 49321
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with clients to gain insight into the challenges they face and to develop a plan to overcome them. Because everyone comes to therapy with unique issues and values, I use an individualized approach to meet your specific needs, incorporating research-based techniques that draw from mindfulness-based therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and motivational interviewing. Providing compassion, support, and feedback, I create a safe and caring environment that promotes growth, healing, and empowerment. I enjoy helping clients discover their existing strengths, find hope for the future, and overcome difficulties to achieve their goals.
I enjoy working with clients to gain insight into the challenges they face and to develop a plan to overcome them. Because everyone comes to therapy with unique issues and values, I use an individualized approach to meet your specific needs, incorporating research-based techniques that draw from mindfulness-based therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and motivational interviewing. Providing compassion, support, and feedback, I create a safe and caring environment that promotes growth, healing, and empowerment. I enjoy helping clients discover their existing strengths, find hope for the future, and overcome difficulties to achieve their goals.
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Alexander T. Thompson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49505 (Online Only)
It’s the struggle between not being understood and not being able to communicate your needs. There’s a solution, but its only temporary and causes just as many problems as it solves. Wallowing in shame, doubt and embarrassment is starting to weigh too heavy. Conflicting racing thoughts and emotions make the situation that much worse.
It’s the struggle between not being understood and not being able to communicate your needs. There’s a solution, but its only temporary and causes just as many problems as it solves. Wallowing in shame, doubt and embarrassment is starting to weigh too heavy. Conflicting racing thoughts and emotions make the situation that much worse.
Dane Addington
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like your life is spiraling? Do you feel like you are losing yourself in the issues, substances, or struggles that surround you all the time? I will provide a safe space where we can work on the struggles you are experiencing. As an aspiring clinician, I strive to take a holistic approach, looking at all aspects of your life and the person you are and want to become. I will work with you to overcome challenges and help you become a better, stronger, and more resilient person. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship is a key to success, and building the relationship is something that we will work on together.
Do you feel like your life is spiraling? Do you feel like you are losing yourself in the issues, substances, or struggles that surround you all the time? I will provide a safe space where we can work on the struggles you are experiencing. As an aspiring clinician, I strive to take a holistic approach, looking at all aspects of your life and the person you are and want to become. I will work with you to overcome challenges and help you become a better, stronger, and more resilient person. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship is a key to success, and building the relationship is something that we will work on together.
Theresa Joan Anderson-Varney
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
The trials of life sometimes bring sadness and fear. I offer a place for healing and help in a safe environment, for children, adolescents, and adults. I will help you to find the answers to your conflicts and concerns. Whatever the problem we will work together to find the way out. I offer hope for the hopeless.
The trials of life sometimes bring sadness and fear. I offer a place for healing and help in a safe environment, for children, adolescents, and adults. I will help you to find the answers to your conflicts and concerns. Whatever the problem we will work together to find the way out. I offer hope for the hopeless.
Brooke McKenzie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, QIDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49507 (Online Only)
I want to start off by saying that I am proud of you for taking the first step in healing! Making the choice to seek out therapy can be a tough one, choosing your therapist shouldn’t be. My goal as your therapist is to create a comfortable and safe environment (however that may look for you) to process, heal and grow. It is important to me that your therapy space is inclusive, trauma informed and person centered.
I want to start off by saying that I am proud of you for taking the first step in healing! Making the choice to seek out therapy can be a tough one, choosing your therapist shouldn’t be. My goal as your therapist is to create a comfortable and safe environment (however that may look for you) to process, heal and grow. It is important to me that your therapy space is inclusive, trauma informed and person centered.
Susan Missad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Feelings, emotions or life events can throw you off balance and cause you distress. Working together in a collaborative, therapeutic relationship, it is possible to better understand yourself and to learn to cope with events that influence your life. I provide a validating and non-judgmental space for you to share your story. Together we can explore your strengths and challenges and determine how you want to move forward. I use an integrative approach to therapy, which allows me to individualize my treatment for each client.
Feelings, emotions or life events can throw you off balance and cause you distress. Working together in a collaborative, therapeutic relationship, it is possible to better understand yourself and to learn to cope with events that influence your life. I provide a validating and non-judgmental space for you to share your story. Together we can explore your strengths and challenges and determine how you want to move forward. I use an integrative approach to therapy, which allows me to individualize my treatment for each client.
Laura Hornik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Hello! Are you currently feeling overwhelmed, powerless, or like life's challenges are too much to bear? Are you grappling with feelings of anxiety or depression? Do you desire assistance but hesitate to move forward due to fear? I understand and I am here for you! Whether you are a teen, adult, or senior, I can help you feel better and achieve your goals. I believe in fostering a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences.
Hello! Are you currently feeling overwhelmed, powerless, or like life's challenges are too much to bear? Are you grappling with feelings of anxiety or depression? Do you desire assistance but hesitate to move forward due to fear? I understand and I am here for you! Whether you are a teen, adult, or senior, I can help you feel better and achieve your goals. I believe in fostering a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences.
Heather Dannison
Psychologist, PhD, LPC, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
Join me and jump in! My job is to guide and support you as you build a life worth living. I work with motivated individuals, couples, and families to go after their dreams, make life's difficult decisions, and move forward. I work with clients holistically and collaboratively. I believe that the core of therapy should be the relationship that we form during our work together. I will work hard to know and understand you. Using evidence-based techniques and therapies, I hope to help you make a difference in your life.
Join me and jump in! My job is to guide and support you as you build a life worth living. I work with motivated individuals, couples, and families to go after their dreams, make life's difficult decisions, and move forward. I work with clients holistically and collaboratively. I believe that the core of therapy should be the relationship that we form during our work together. I will work hard to know and understand you. Using evidence-based techniques and therapies, I hope to help you make a difference in your life.
Mary Alice Walker Blanker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, ADS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Great work! You have done it. You are looking to heal, and are reaching out for support. Taking the first step to find a good match is a huge undertaking. As people we all have struggles from trauma to substance use, relational issues, life transitions, emotional issues and stress. I strive to provide a safe and comfortable space for healing. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred, trust is to be earned not given and I will work hard to earn your trust. At Ellie Mental Health we strive to provide therapy on your terms. Every day is an opportunity to heal, learn and grow.
Great work! You have done it. You are looking to heal, and are reaching out for support. Taking the first step to find a good match is a huge undertaking. As people we all have struggles from trauma to substance use, relational issues, life transitions, emotional issues and stress. I strive to provide a safe and comfortable space for healing. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred, trust is to be earned not given and I will work hard to earn your trust. At Ellie Mental Health we strive to provide therapy on your terms. Every day is an opportunity to heal, learn and grow.
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Life can be difficult. Relationships can be tough. Navigating in an uncertain and changing world can be overwhelming. Sometimes you might not even be sure who you are or what to do. Finding a trustworthy person to talk with and sort things through may help. You want a therapist who is focused on you who can set their own values and life experience aside and help you find your own way. You want to be respected for the unique individual you are, and you want more happiness and less pain and frustration.
Life can be difficult. Relationships can be tough. Navigating in an uncertain and changing world can be overwhelming. Sometimes you might not even be sure who you are or what to do. Finding a trustworthy person to talk with and sort things through may help. You want a therapist who is focused on you who can set their own values and life experience aside and help you find your own way. You want to be respected for the unique individual you are, and you want more happiness and less pain and frustration.
Natalie Blauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
If you want help making your life more manageable or finding a way out of the chaos, you have come to the right place. If you feel like you are struggling to reconcile experiences or find coping skills to manage mental health concerns, relationship issues, and/or addictions, you have also come to the right place. We will work together to identify the source of your discomfort and unmanageability and then identify tools to move forward. Once we have identified the problem, we can work towards a solution. I am very solution focused in my approach and enjoy working with individuals who are ready to make sustainable change.
If you want help making your life more manageable or finding a way out of the chaos, you have come to the right place. If you feel like you are struggling to reconcile experiences or find coping skills to manage mental health concerns, relationship issues, and/or addictions, you have also come to the right place. We will work together to identify the source of your discomfort and unmanageability and then identify tools to move forward. Once we have identified the problem, we can work towards a solution. I am very solution focused in my approach and enjoy working with individuals who are ready to make sustainable change.
Brian Ulrich
Counselor, PhD, LLPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
My passion is serving others through a relational style of therapy that is meant to help people repair emotional wounds, restore relationships, and develop a greater sense of wholeness within their lives. I seek to create a warm, supportive, and genuine climate where clients feel comfortable and safe working on problems and making progress towards life goals.
My passion is serving others through a relational style of therapy that is meant to help people repair emotional wounds, restore relationships, and develop a greater sense of wholeness within their lives. I seek to create a warm, supportive, and genuine climate where clients feel comfortable and safe working on problems and making progress towards life goals.
Rae Allyson Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, JD
Verified Verified
Marne, MI 49435
I am the Founder and President of Sanford Behavioral Health, an addiction, eating disorder, and mental health treatment facility. I understand the complexity of mental health treatment and the challenging experience it can be for both therapist and client. Depending on your needs, I can offer you both residential and outpatient treatment. With the staff of Sanford behind me, I am able to prepare you to integrate recovery into your everyday life. My therapy is designed to build on the strengths of each individual. I am inspired by the life stories of my clients and strive for excellence in all I do.
I am the Founder and President of Sanford Behavioral Health, an addiction, eating disorder, and mental health treatment facility. I understand the complexity of mental health treatment and the challenging experience it can be for both therapist and client. Depending on your needs, I can offer you both residential and outpatient treatment. With the staff of Sanford behind me, I am able to prepare you to integrate recovery into your everyday life. My therapy is designed to build on the strengths of each individual. I am inspired by the life stories of my clients and strive for excellence in all I do.
The Well Being, Behavioral Health & Fitness Ctr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Not interested in taking medications? At The Well Being, we provide our clients with skilled and experienced therapists, and an opportunity to begin using cardiovascular exercise as an effective mental health "medication" . At The Well Being, we offer traditional outpatient counseling services, while also providing the means for exercise to become a key component of your treatment. This is an alternative evidence-based approach for those who aren't interested in taking medications, or a more comprehensive alternative for those who are.
Not interested in taking medications? At The Well Being, we provide our clients with skilled and experienced therapists, and an opportunity to begin using cardiovascular exercise as an effective mental health "medication" . At The Well Being, we offer traditional outpatient counseling services, while also providing the means for exercise to become a key component of your treatment. This is an alternative evidence-based approach for those who aren't interested in taking medications, or a more comprehensive alternative for those who are.
Julie Holmes Markowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I work with individuals with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, coping skills, grief, relationship problems, and trauma. I work with both adults and children/adolescents. My specialty is in working with first responders and their families- including on duty and retired local and federal law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics/EMTs, dispatchers, and forensics personnel.
I work with individuals with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, coping skills, grief, relationship problems, and trauma. I work with both adults and children/adolescents. My specialty is in working with first responders and their families- including on duty and retired local and federal law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics/EMTs, dispatchers, and forensics personnel.
Alex T Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Welcome to JumpStart 2 Recovery, where we support all mental health clients, including those with Substance Use Disorder. We understand the struggle of not being understood and the weight of unexpressed needs. Our goal is to help you feel confident in your skin and reach your potential. With our expertise in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder treatment, we'll be your ally throughout your journey to a better life. For more info, visit www.jumpstart2recovery.com
Welcome to JumpStart 2 Recovery, where we support all mental health clients, including those with Substance Use Disorder. We understand the struggle of not being understood and the weight of unexpressed needs. Our goal is to help you feel confident in your skin and reach your potential. With our expertise in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder treatment, we'll be your ally throughout your journey to a better life. For more info, visit www.jumpstart2recovery.com
One Recovery Company, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR Tr, CSAT
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
Is your relationship with a loved one or spouse suffering? Are you keeping secrets from loved ones or feel you are at the place where you need intervention? At One Recovery Company, I specialize in addressing internal and external systems that create dysfunction in relationships. Furthermore, I help my clients reconstruct the parts of themselves that seem to fall short of achieving healthy attachment. If your goal is to establish recovery that can restore your relationships, mental health, and overall life satisfaction, here is your invitation. The space I offer is one that is safe, judgment-free, and equipped to help you succeed.
Is your relationship with a loved one or spouse suffering? Are you keeping secrets from loved ones or feel you are at the place where you need intervention? At One Recovery Company, I specialize in addressing internal and external systems that create dysfunction in relationships. Furthermore, I help my clients reconstruct the parts of themselves that seem to fall short of achieving healthy attachment. If your goal is to establish recovery that can restore your relationships, mental health, and overall life satisfaction, here is your invitation. The space I offer is one that is safe, judgment-free, and equipped to help you succeed.
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Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.