Therapists in Kalamazoo, MI
Leah Hoekstra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (Online Only)
Life can be challenging at times. Trying to make sense and work through painful and difficult life experiences can often seem like a daunting task. Whether you are struggling with day to day stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or behaviors that interfere with you living the life that you desire, my practice provides a safe and warm environment where you can identify personal goals, engage in meaningful therapy and find resolution and healing. Empathy and sensitivity to your struggles are key components of my work. This first step towards change solidifies your courage and innate potential toward intentional living.
Life can be challenging at times. Trying to make sense and work through painful and difficult life experiences can often seem like a daunting task. Whether you are struggling with day to day stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or behaviors that interfere with you living the life that you desire, my practice provides a safe and warm environment where you can identify personal goals, engage in meaningful therapy and find resolution and healing. Empathy and sensitivity to your struggles are key components of my work. This first step towards change solidifies your courage and innate potential toward intentional living.
Thomasina Guidry
Counselor, MA, MBA, LLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (Online Only)
What situation qualifies for counseling? My answer to that is being human. Many believe that counseling is only necessary for major life events. The truth is you do not have to be on the high end of the stress spectrum to seek professional support. Life can be hard. Counseling provides a supportive and nonjudgmental space to process all circumstances.
What situation qualifies for counseling? My answer to that is being human. Many believe that counseling is only necessary for major life events. The truth is you do not have to be on the high end of the stress spectrum to seek professional support. Life can be hard. Counseling provides a supportive and nonjudgmental space to process all circumstances.
Aaron James Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
I enjoy working with clients with many different issues and backgrounds. I have many years of experience working with adolescents, the elderly, and everyone in-between. I have experience helping clients with behavior problems, assisting parents with managing behaviors of their children, helping couples work-out their issues, and assisting individuals with depression, anxiety, and OCD. I seek to understand my clients' challenges, and help them develop skills and strategies to overcome them.
I enjoy working with clients with many different issues and backgrounds. I have many years of experience working with adolescents, the elderly, and everyone in-between. I have experience helping clients with behavior problems, assisting parents with managing behaviors of their children, helping couples work-out their issues, and assisting individuals with depression, anxiety, and OCD. I seek to understand my clients' challenges, and help them develop skills and strategies to overcome them.
Genevieve M. Willson
Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
"One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious" - C.G. Jung Over the past eight years while in private practice, I have been privileged to work with individuals and families with a vast array of concerns and suffering.
"One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious" - C.G. Jung Over the past eight years while in private practice, I have been privileged to work with individuals and families with a vast array of concerns and suffering.
Mark A Scheffers LMSW PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
In a relationship with a partner that leaves you exasperated or in despair? Feeling that parts of yourself won't let you move on and experience the life you want? I specialize in attachment---the way we connect with those most important to us. I will meet you where you are. I'll work hard to understand what you are experiencing and help you find what you are looking for in your connection to those most important to you.
In a relationship with a partner that leaves you exasperated or in despair? Feeling that parts of yourself won't let you move on and experience the life you want? I specialize in attachment---the way we connect with those most important to us. I will meet you where you are. I'll work hard to understand what you are experiencing and help you find what you are looking for in your connection to those most important to you.
Margo Wittenbach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Waitlist for new clients
The first step towards healing and growth is often the hardest, and I am honored to be able to walk alongside my clients through this work. I embrace differences of all kinds in my practice and aim to create a space where we will collaborate towards goals, develop resiliency skills, and identify strengths to highlight what makes you who you are. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist, I give clients the choice to integrate art making with evidence based, psycho therapeutic practices as a supportive, nonjudgmental tool for communication and expression.
The first step towards healing and growth is often the hardest, and I am honored to be able to walk alongside my clients through this work. I embrace differences of all kinds in my practice and aim to create a space where we will collaborate towards goals, develop resiliency skills, and identify strengths to highlight what makes you who you are. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist, I give clients the choice to integrate art making with evidence based, psycho therapeutic practices as a supportive, nonjudgmental tool for communication and expression.
GFM The Synergy Center
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
GFM The Synergy Center (GFMSC) offers outpatient counseling and therapy services to people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds. We are here to serve residents in the Kalamazoo and surrounding communities. GFMSC offers confidential, professional counseling and therapy services in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. My ultimate goal is to assist individuals in obtaining a satisfying lifestyle that they desire.
GFM The Synergy Center (GFMSC) offers outpatient counseling and therapy services to people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds. We are here to serve residents in the Kalamazoo and surrounding communities. GFMSC offers confidential, professional counseling and therapy services in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. My ultimate goal is to assist individuals in obtaining a satisfying lifestyle that they desire.
Maggie Severe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, RN, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Hello. I work with late teens, young adults and adults as they meet the challenge of difficult emotions such as: sadness, anxiety, loneliness, frustration, anger, fear, disappointment, grief. Navigating what a full life has to offer can be complicated and at times surprising; relationship problems, school issues, parenting concerns, family conflict, multicultural issues can leave us feeling uncertain and alone. Life transitions can bring their own unique challenges: marriage/partnering, pregnancy, childbirth, medical and/or mental health diagnoses, divorce, blending family, death and dying each can challenge our usual coping skills.
Hello. I work with late teens, young adults and adults as they meet the challenge of difficult emotions such as: sadness, anxiety, loneliness, frustration, anger, fear, disappointment, grief. Navigating what a full life has to offer can be complicated and at times surprising; relationship problems, school issues, parenting concerns, family conflict, multicultural issues can leave us feeling uncertain and alone. Life transitions can bring their own unique challenges: marriage/partnering, pregnancy, childbirth, medical and/or mental health diagnoses, divorce, blending family, death and dying each can challenge our usual coping skills.
Breigh Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
I am here to support you as you navigate life's challenges and transitions. My first goal is to create a safe, confidential and relaxed environment where you can share freely and be your genuine self. I focus on the whole person and use a mix of techniques including compassion, empathy, strengths-based, skill-building, mindfulness and creative expression to address a variety of issues. We will work together to set goals and create steps to achieve those goals based on what you want and need.
I am here to support you as you navigate life's challenges and transitions. My first goal is to create a safe, confidential and relaxed environment where you can share freely and be your genuine self. I focus on the whole person and use a mix of techniques including compassion, empathy, strengths-based, skill-building, mindfulness and creative expression to address a variety of issues. We will work together to set goals and create steps to achieve those goals based on what you want and need.
Mal L Horein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49006 (Online Only)
Everyone faces challenges in life and, at times, it is helpful to have extra support to work through those challenges. It is my hope that you will reach out for that support. As a licensed social worker, I have worked in the field for 6 years, working alongside adults as they navigate anxiety, depression, mood disorders, identity and many other concerns. I firmly believe that therapy is a collaborative process between the individual and the therapist. I value shared decision making and encourage open communication.
Everyone faces challenges in life and, at times, it is helpful to have extra support to work through those challenges. It is my hope that you will reach out for that support. As a licensed social worker, I have worked in the field for 6 years, working alongside adults as they navigate anxiety, depression, mood disorders, identity and many other concerns. I firmly believe that therapy is a collaborative process between the individual and the therapist. I value shared decision making and encourage open communication.
Shoni Newhouse
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Currently, "Accepting New Clients." My name is Shoni and my therapeutic approach is 'you.' It's introducing "you" to the person you've been waiting to meet. I practice a variety of interventions including, art expression, CBT, person-centered, solution focused, and spirituality. I work with teens, adults, and couples. Areas of special interest include, racial identity, ADHD, trauma, foster care and adoption, and first responders. Areas of focus are assessing values, creating healthy boundaries, strategies to reduce anxiety, create a support system, and provide education on community resources.
Currently, "Accepting New Clients." My name is Shoni and my therapeutic approach is 'you.' It's introducing "you" to the person you've been waiting to meet. I practice a variety of interventions including, art expression, CBT, person-centered, solution focused, and spirituality. I work with teens, adults, and couples. Areas of special interest include, racial identity, ADHD, trauma, foster care and adoption, and first responders. Areas of focus are assessing values, creating healthy boundaries, strategies to reduce anxiety, create a support system, and provide education on community resources.
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Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
As I think about how change occurs for a person, I am struck by the recognition that life is full of opportunities for change, for individual growth. Sometimes these opportunities are not clear to the person because the trauma, personal or relational difficulty, fear, depression, or anxiety being experienced can be so overwhelming that one's ability to take action is clouded. In my work, I have become very mindful of the resiliency of the human spirit. I have witnessed this resiliency in times of trauma, pain, and loss. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to address your concerns.
As I think about how change occurs for a person, I am struck by the recognition that life is full of opportunities for change, for individual growth. Sometimes these opportunities are not clear to the person because the trauma, personal or relational difficulty, fear, depression, or anxiety being experienced can be so overwhelming that one's ability to take action is clouded. In my work, I have become very mindful of the resiliency of the human spirit. I have witnessed this resiliency in times of trauma, pain, and loss. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to address your concerns.
April Davenport
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Waitlist for new clients
Are you experiencing caregiver stress or burn-out? Are you experiencing mood changes related to aging or chronic illness? If so, I would love to offer you therapeutic support. I work collaboratively with clients to meet their goals of care. As a social worker, I believe in the importance of identifying and utilizing each individual’s unique strengths.
Are you experiencing caregiver stress or burn-out? Are you experiencing mood changes related to aging or chronic illness? If so, I would love to offer you therapeutic support. I work collaboratively with clients to meet their goals of care. As a social worker, I believe in the importance of identifying and utilizing each individual’s unique strengths.
Peggy Liss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, LMFT, BCD, DCSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (Online Only)
Together we will create a compassionate & emotionally safe space for you to explore how you became the YOU that you are today. We will discover who you want to be & how you hope to change. I will help you understand your positive, affirming, challenging & disturbing relationships & experiences. We will collaboratively decrease your emotional & physical pain. You will grow to have comfortable & healthy thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I will respectfully guide you towards being mindful with your strength, with your ability to act assertively, with skills to experience self control & contentment & to become who YOU CHOOSE to be.
Together we will create a compassionate & emotionally safe space for you to explore how you became the YOU that you are today. We will discover who you want to be & how you hope to change. I will help you understand your positive, affirming, challenging & disturbing relationships & experiences. We will collaboratively decrease your emotional & physical pain. You will grow to have comfortable & healthy thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I will respectfully guide you towards being mindful with your strength, with your ability to act assertively, with skills to experience self control & contentment & to become who YOU CHOOSE to be.
Jessica Hansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Waitlist for new clients
I consider being a therapist a unique privilege. For someone to meet a complete stranger, feel safe enough to take risks, and disclose very personal details of one's life takes great courage and commitment to one's self. I believe in creating a safe, confidential environment free of judgment and one of trust and acceptance. My mission is to help individuals, couples, and families achieve the goals they set for themselves as they seek to be healthier, happier, and create a new life path and, perhaps, a new life story.
I consider being a therapist a unique privilege. For someone to meet a complete stranger, feel safe enough to take risks, and disclose very personal details of one's life takes great courage and commitment to one's self. I believe in creating a safe, confidential environment free of judgment and one of trust and acceptance. My mission is to help individuals, couples, and families achieve the goals they set for themselves as they seek to be healthier, happier, and create a new life path and, perhaps, a new life story.
Lilly of the Valley Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA LPC, FLE, TFCBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes, a good cry is just what you need to release all the hurt you have built up inside! People come to counseling because they want something to be different in their lives. They may want to change their personal or family situation, solve a particular problem, or simply bring a healthier balance to their lives. The counseling process can be fun and exciting. It can also, at times, be very challenging, difficult, and even painful. However, the goal will always be to bring about some positive change and meaningful outcomes!
Sometimes, a good cry is just what you need to release all the hurt you have built up inside! People come to counseling because they want something to be different in their lives. They may want to change their personal or family situation, solve a particular problem, or simply bring a healthier balance to their lives. The counseling process can be fun and exciting. It can also, at times, be very challenging, difficult, and even painful. However, the goal will always be to bring about some positive change and meaningful outcomes!
Rachael Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Hi! My name is Rachael Gilbert and I graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2017 with my Master’s in Social Work. Most of my early career was spent working with families in foster care and running residential programs. I also have experience working in outpatient therapy in community mental health. I take to heart the unique and incredible journey that individuals have experienced that led them to my care. The strength and vulnerability that it takes an individual to share their story is not something I take lightly. My goal is that every person receives support they need and leaves with more hope than when they walked in.
Hi! My name is Rachael Gilbert and I graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2017 with my Master’s in Social Work. Most of my early career was spent working with families in foster care and running residential programs. I also have experience working in outpatient therapy in community mental health. I take to heart the unique and incredible journey that individuals have experienced that led them to my care. The strength and vulnerability that it takes an individual to share their story is not something I take lightly. My goal is that every person receives support they need and leaves with more hope than when they walked in.
Child & Family Psychological Services, PC
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
It's about relationships . . . We're here to provide guidance in building and strengthening relationships between family members, friends, and even, with yourself. Caring and comprehensive counseling services for: Adults, teens and children of all ages, Individual, couples, family and group counseling.
It's about relationships . . . We're here to provide guidance in building and strengthening relationships between family members, friends, and even, with yourself. Caring and comprehensive counseling services for: Adults, teens and children of all ages, Individual, couples, family and group counseling.
Dr. Kimberly Thorpe DSW, LMSW Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (Online Only)
Thanks For Stopping By! Are you looking for an experienced Doctorate level clinician like me? I will create a safe space for you to step away from your everyday routines and distractions and focus on you, your family, and or your marriage. I am available to help your heart heal and assist you and or your family navigate your life journey in a healthy way. Together we can address any of the following barriers to healthy living: communication, infidelity, intimacy, financial strains, stress, anxiety, depression, blended families, and career conflicts.
Thanks For Stopping By! Are you looking for an experienced Doctorate level clinician like me? I will create a safe space for you to step away from your everyday routines and distractions and focus on you, your family, and or your marriage. I am available to help your heart heal and assist you and or your family navigate your life journey in a healthy way. Together we can address any of the following barriers to healthy living: communication, infidelity, intimacy, financial strains, stress, anxiety, depression, blended families, and career conflicts.
Scott Phillip Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (Online Only)
Therapy is a way to live a more satisfying life. I strive to help those experiencing life's transitions, such as in career, relationships, personal identity, family, and/or other turning points. I also work with the very perceptive and their particular challenges. Additionally, my background connects me with medical/care-givers. Through understanding, and the integration of various approaches, primarily relational psychoanalytic, we can navigate through those challenges. I serve a variety of clientele of various cultural, ethnic, gender, and other identities.
Therapy is a way to live a more satisfying life. I strive to help those experiencing life's transitions, such as in career, relationships, personal identity, family, and/or other turning points. I also work with the very perceptive and their particular challenges. Additionally, my background connects me with medical/care-givers. Through understanding, and the integration of various approaches, primarily relational psychoanalytic, we can navigate through those challenges. I serve a variety of clientele of various cultural, ethnic, gender, and other identities.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Kalamazoo, MI
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Kalamazoo, MI who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
92% | Depression |
76% | Self Esteem |
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Stress |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
96% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
67% | Blue Care Network |
How Therapists in Kalamazoo, MI see their clients
77% | In Person and Online | |
23% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Kalamazoo?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.