Axel Francisco Hettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW (he, him)
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1000 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Axel Hettinger (he/him) specializes in client-focused therapeutic techniques. His work incorporates the arts and any special interests clients may have. Axel is a queer therapist who strives to create a welcoming, affirming and warm environment for all clients, and specifically works with LGBTQIA+ clients seeking gender-affirming care. For several years he’s worked with adolescents as a counselor, mentor, and community organizer. Axel is a regular collaborator and facilitator with the Grand Rapids Pride Center and speaks at Universities and schools to promote cultural understanding of underserved communities.
Axel enjoys working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and gender identity exploration. He specifically enjoys working with young adult and adolescent populations, journeying with them through major life transitions using trauma-informed care where needed.
Under the clinical supervision of Ken Ford, MSW.
Call or Email Axel Francisco Hettinger now for a free 15 minute consultation - (616) 208-5761
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Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Care Network
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Axel Francisco Hettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 208-5761
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6851115331 Axel Francisco Hettinger
Axel Francisco Hettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (616) 208-5761
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Transgender
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Cancer
- Depression
- Grief
- Lesbian
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & ENM
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Teen Violence
- Women's Issues
Axel Francisco Hettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
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Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Native American
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Native American
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Axel Francisco Hettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (616) 208-5761
Location
Nearby Areas
Axel Francisco Hettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 208-5761