Attachment-based Therapists in Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI
Working together in a collaborative, non-judgmental and client centered manner helps create change and growth. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, self worth/self esteem problems, addiction, or have difficulty managing your relationships, I can work with you to identify healthy ways in which to cope and better manage your emotions. Together we can identify ways to help make healthy lifestyle changes both emotionally and physically. I encourage a holistic (mind, body, spirit) approach to treatment. As you become more aware of your strengths you become more confident in yourself and your abilities.
Working together in a collaborative, non-judgmental and client centered manner helps create change and growth. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, self worth/self esteem problems, addiction, or have difficulty managing your relationships, I can work with you to identify healthy ways in which to cope and better manage your emotions. Together we can identify ways to help make healthy lifestyle changes both emotionally and physically. I encourage a holistic (mind, body, spirit) approach to treatment. As you become more aware of your strengths you become more confident in yourself and your abilities.
Elise Waugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (Online Only)
Just as we sometimes need help caring for physical aches and pains, we often need help improving our mental health. I am passionate about helping others look inward to learn more about themselves and connect with their inner voice through the power of therapy. At its heart, therapy is as powerful as what you put into it. Being vulnerable can often feel daunting, but by working together, my goal is to help you build the confidence you need to bravely take the reins when you feel like the life you want is just out of reach.
Just as we sometimes need help caring for physical aches and pains, we often need help improving our mental health. I am passionate about helping others look inward to learn more about themselves and connect with their inner voice through the power of therapy. At its heart, therapy is as powerful as what you put into it. Being vulnerable can often feel daunting, but by working together, my goal is to help you build the confidence you need to bravely take the reins when you feel like the life you want is just out of reach.
Candee Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49516 (Online Only)
In facing the realities of life, we often encounter challenges that can seem overwhelming, even relentless. During these moments of hardship, the weight of our struggles can feel particularly isolating. However, I want to assure you that you're not alone. With a Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University and a wealth of personal and professional experience, I am here to extend my hand in support. My background includes working with youth in foster care, adoption, those navigating neurodivergence, homelessness, self-esteem concerns, depression, and intergenerational trauma.
In facing the realities of life, we often encounter challenges that can seem overwhelming, even relentless. During these moments of hardship, the weight of our struggles can feel particularly isolating. However, I want to assure you that you're not alone. With a Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University and a wealth of personal and professional experience, I am here to extend my hand in support. My background includes working with youth in foster care, adoption, those navigating neurodivergence, homelessness, self-esteem concerns, depression, and intergenerational trauma.
Jeffrey Reining
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LP, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
I work with individuals, teens and couples dealing with issues including ineffective communication, spiritual struggles, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, high stress, perfectionism, divorce, fertility issues and more. If you are struggling with worrying too much, feeling down all the time, connecting with your young adult, unsure how to co-parent, need help with saving your relationship, or are just looking to make changes in your life, I can help. I create a safe and welcoming environment that starts with understanding and works toward change.
I work with individuals, teens and couples dealing with issues including ineffective communication, spiritual struggles, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, high stress, perfectionism, divorce, fertility issues and more. If you are struggling with worrying too much, feeling down all the time, connecting with your young adult, unsure how to co-parent, need help with saving your relationship, or are just looking to make changes in your life, I can help. I create a safe and welcoming environment that starts with understanding and works toward change.
Humans are wired for connection. There are many things that occur within our lives that leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others. This can lead to experiences of feeling lost, overwhelmed or stuck in repetitive patterns that cause distress. For as long as I can remember I have been passionate about connection. Connection with oneself and others is such a valuable aspect of our human experience.
Humans are wired for connection. There are many things that occur within our lives that leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others. This can lead to experiences of feeling lost, overwhelmed or stuck in repetitive patterns that cause distress. For as long as I can remember I have been passionate about connection. Connection with oneself and others is such a valuable aspect of our human experience.
Whether you have an ongoing concern or an acute, interpersonal crisis; counseling support can be helpful. No matter how you've gotten to this point in your life, our work will focus on what's going to help move you forward. I believe personal growth requires both insight and action.
Whether you have an ongoing concern or an acute, interpersonal crisis; counseling support can be helpful. No matter how you've gotten to this point in your life, our work will focus on what's going to help move you forward. I believe personal growth requires both insight and action.
Rachel Sweet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Waitlist for new clients
For some healing and growth can be a difficult experience. This is especially true if you have been in therapy before or have tried various treatment modalities and still feel like something is missing. Self-improvement takes time. Too much too fast can, in fact, be traumatic. My goal is to help you slow it down; to allow time for your process to unfold and integrate at a pace that creates lasting change.
For some healing and growth can be a difficult experience. This is especially true if you have been in therapy before or have tried various treatment modalities and still feel like something is missing. Self-improvement takes time. Too much too fast can, in fact, be traumatic. My goal is to help you slow it down; to allow time for your process to unfold and integrate at a pace that creates lasting change.
Laura Meeker Wicksall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Do you find yourself longing for a deeper connection with yourself and others? You want close relationships and yet these very relationships become a source of pain? Many people find their way to therapy feeling lost, confused, and alone. For me, a most valuable aspect of therapy is connecting with a caring other and being able to undo the loneliness that one feels in their experience. Feeling connected in therapy allows individuals to access important core emotions and gain a deeper sense of themselves. My goal is that people leave therapy with a renewed sense of vitality and a coherent narrative of who they are.
Do you find yourself longing for a deeper connection with yourself and others? You want close relationships and yet these very relationships become a source of pain? Many people find their way to therapy feeling lost, confused, and alone. For me, a most valuable aspect of therapy is connecting with a caring other and being able to undo the loneliness that one feels in their experience. Feeling connected in therapy allows individuals to access important core emotions and gain a deeper sense of themselves. My goal is that people leave therapy with a renewed sense of vitality and a coherent narrative of who they are.
Alyssa Wesley
Counselor, MA, LLPC, CCMHC, NCC, CNC
Verified Verified
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Research shows that joy is the hardest human emotion to truly experience. Challenges with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, low self-esteem, relationships or many other things, hold us back from fully experiencing these moments of joy in life. Whenever you may be at in your journey, your choice in seeking help is one of bravery. My goal is to partner with you to better understand your present circumstances, create meaningful goals and continue to provide support and hope to you along the way.
Research shows that joy is the hardest human emotion to truly experience. Challenges with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, low self-esteem, relationships or many other things, hold us back from fully experiencing these moments of joy in life. Whenever you may be at in your journey, your choice in seeking help is one of bravery. My goal is to partner with you to better understand your present circumstances, create meaningful goals and continue to provide support and hope to you along the way.
Kaitlin Mulvihill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Do you wish you had a deeper understanding of yourself? Are you looking to foster meaningful connections with the people in your life? In a world where our pain often goes unheard, finding a space to share our stories and experiences can be challenging. As a therapist, I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can navigate life’s complexities and find your way forward. My approach emphasizes empathy and warmth and I believe that healing and growth happen when people feel heard and valued within a safe and supportive environment. I utilize evidence-based therapies including EMDR and IFS.
Do you wish you had a deeper understanding of yourself? Are you looking to foster meaningful connections with the people in your life? In a world where our pain often goes unheard, finding a space to share our stories and experiences can be challenging. As a therapist, I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can navigate life’s complexities and find your way forward. My approach emphasizes empathy and warmth and I believe that healing and growth happen when people feel heard and valued within a safe and supportive environment. I utilize evidence-based therapies including EMDR and IFS.
Dustin T Burdick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
I eagerly await to hear your story. Within many of our stories is something that becomes overwhelming. This begins to weigh us down and hinders our quality of life. When you share that something with me, we will find something to do about it. You've already done a considerable amount of work up until this point; its time to share some of that load.
I eagerly await to hear your story. Within many of our stories is something that becomes overwhelming. This begins to weigh us down and hinders our quality of life. When you share that something with me, we will find something to do about it. You've already done a considerable amount of work up until this point; its time to share some of that load.
Abigail J C Smith
Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
As a therapist I specialize in Substance Use, Anxiety, Identity development and Couple’s Therapy. Trauma from your past creates messages that can have an impact on how you view yourself. Some of those messages create habits and coping mechanisms that can have negative consequences, consequences that inhibit you from knowing the goodness that lies deep within you. Knowing your inherent goodness gives you the framework and foundation to tackle the tougher issues and is an indispensable starting point for your healing journey.
As a therapist I specialize in Substance Use, Anxiety, Identity development and Couple’s Therapy. Trauma from your past creates messages that can have an impact on how you view yourself. Some of those messages create habits and coping mechanisms that can have negative consequences, consequences that inhibit you from knowing the goodness that lies deep within you. Knowing your inherent goodness gives you the framework and foundation to tackle the tougher issues and is an indispensable starting point for your healing journey.
Dan Slane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Not accepting new clients
I interlace myriad strategies for assuaging complex trauma, increasing vulnerability, improving emotional and physical intimacy, strengthening relationships, and decreasing the disconnecting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
I interlace myriad strategies for assuaging complex trauma, increasing vulnerability, improving emotional and physical intimacy, strengthening relationships, and decreasing the disconnecting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
Online Therapists
My therapeutic toolkit includes cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, acceptance and commitment (ACT), attachment-based, feminist, humanistic and play therapy, ensuring we explore the methods that best align with your goals.
There are countless ways to build an effective counseling relationship, and my mission is to find the approach that resonates with you. As a person-centered clinician, I view therapy as a collaborative journey where we work together to address your unique needs. I am committed to creating a supportive environment where we can navigate challenges side by side.
My therapeutic toolkit includes cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, acceptance and commitment (ACT), attachment-based, feminist, humanistic and play therapy, ensuring we explore the methods that best align with your goals.
There are countless ways to build an effective counseling relationship, and my mission is to find the approach that resonates with you. As a person-centered clinician, I view therapy as a collaborative journey where we work together to address your unique needs. I am committed to creating a supportive environment where we can navigate challenges side by side.
My therapy style is heavily influenced by attachment-based and emotionally focused therapy.
Depression and anxiety can feel like a heavy fog that won't lift. I am here to walk with you through the fog, helping you to find clarity and relief from emotional pain. I offer a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that respects your emotional journey, helps you to feel more authentically yourself, and releases you from the fog of depression and anxiety.
My therapy style is heavily influenced by attachment-based and emotionally focused therapy.
Depression and anxiety can feel like a heavy fog that won't lift. I am here to walk with you through the fog, helping you to find clarity and relief from emotional pain. I offer a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that respects your emotional journey, helps you to feel more authentically yourself, and releases you from the fog of depression and anxiety.
Do you struggle with setting boundaries and asking for what you need? Do you feel like you pour yourself into others without getting what you need in return? Maybe you don’t understand why you feel anxious, lonely, and frustrated? You’re not alone, and I can help you to understand how past trauma could be playing a role in your relationship with yourself and others. I can help shed light on the parts of yourself that developed to protect you, and assist in finding new ways of connecting with yourself and others. Our bodies are amazing in how they try to protect us from hurt, but sometimes those old patterns are no longer serving us.
Do you struggle with setting boundaries and asking for what you need? Do you feel like you pour yourself into others without getting what you need in return? Maybe you don’t understand why you feel anxious, lonely, and frustrated? You’re not alone, and I can help you to understand how past trauma could be playing a role in your relationship with yourself and others. I can help shed light on the parts of yourself that developed to protect you, and assist in finding new ways of connecting with yourself and others. Our bodies are amazing in how they try to protect us from hurt, but sometimes those old patterns are no longer serving us.
I work with individuals to recognize and embrace their strengths to overcome life's challenges. It is about overcoming the obstacles that get in the way of you being your best self. My priority is to make sure that I am working at my client's pace to address their needs and their concerns in a way each person feels heard and validated. The foundation of my work is to empower my clients to create success with present day issues and to understand how the roots of their past have impacted the present.
I work with individuals to recognize and embrace their strengths to overcome life's challenges. It is about overcoming the obstacles that get in the way of you being your best self. My priority is to make sure that I am working at my client's pace to address their needs and their concerns in a way each person feels heard and validated. The foundation of my work is to empower my clients to create success with present day issues and to understand how the roots of their past have impacted the present.
Carolyn Jordan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
What is holding you back from living the life you want? Perhaps you keep having the same arguments over and over with your partner, can't stop that critical voice in your head, are troubled by your responses to others, or are bogged down with feelings of depression or anxiety. Whatever it is, you want to understand it and move on. My aim is to help you clarify your goals, discover the root causes of your feelings and symptoms, help you find awareness of faulty beliefs, and create a plan for change in a warm and caring environment.
What is holding you back from living the life you want? Perhaps you keep having the same arguments over and over with your partner, can't stop that critical voice in your head, are troubled by your responses to others, or are bogged down with feelings of depression or anxiety. Whatever it is, you want to understand it and move on. My aim is to help you clarify your goals, discover the root causes of your feelings and symptoms, help you find awareness of faulty beliefs, and create a plan for change in a warm and caring environment.
Dana Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Waitlist for new clients
I understand that the transition to parenthood is a life-changing experience, and the child-bearing years can bring about many unique challenges and changes. Supporting parents and families through life transitions is my passion. Whether you are experiencing postpartum depression and/or anxiety, experiencing infertility or perinatal loss, parenting through adoption or foster care, or maybe just struggling to adjust to parenthood in general, I am able to provide a safe and comforting space for you to process your experiences.
I understand that the transition to parenthood is a life-changing experience, and the child-bearing years can bring about many unique challenges and changes. Supporting parents and families through life transitions is my passion. Whether you are experiencing postpartum depression and/or anxiety, experiencing infertility or perinatal loss, parenting through adoption or foster care, or maybe just struggling to adjust to parenthood in general, I am able to provide a safe and comforting space for you to process your experiences.
Renee Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
A few daytime openings are available! It's so hard on our bodies and minds to be pregnant, give birth or endure loss yet we're expected to carry on with our lives like usual. People that haven't experienced the physical complications and distressing symptoms can't relate. Talking about our "stuff" is uncomfortable because we often feel shame or guilt as we think we should be grateful or we're not feeling good enough. Pregnancy and postpartum is unlike any other journey; sharing our bodies with another human is hard, being a new mom is hard, loss/change is hard! Remember, you are not alone and with help you can be well.
A few daytime openings are available! It's so hard on our bodies and minds to be pregnant, give birth or endure loss yet we're expected to carry on with our lives like usual. People that haven't experienced the physical complications and distressing symptoms can't relate. Talking about our "stuff" is uncomfortable because we often feel shame or guilt as we think we should be grateful or we're not feeling good enough. Pregnancy and postpartum is unlike any other journey; sharing our bodies with another human is hard, being a new mom is hard, loss/change is hard! Remember, you are not alone and with help you can be well.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.