Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
Amanda Bernés
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Warmth and humor are integral to my 10 years of experience, and I tailor evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, among many others, to your unique needs.
Hello, I'm happy to have the opportunity to support you on your journey towards greater emotional well-being. I’ll meet you where you’re at with a compassionate and collaborative approach while working with you to navigate life's challenges to create a safe space for growth and healing. I strive to provide a supportive experience as we focus on your unique history. We will employ evidence-based practices while working to gather an understanding of your past to establish your present and future goals.
Warmth and humor are integral to my 10 years of experience, and I tailor evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, among many others, to your unique needs.
Hello, I'm happy to have the opportunity to support you on your journey towards greater emotional well-being. I’ll meet you where you’re at with a compassionate and collaborative approach while working with you to navigate life's challenges to create a safe space for growth and healing. I strive to provide a supportive experience as we focus on your unique history. We will employ evidence-based practices while working to gather an understanding of your past to establish your present and future goals.
Lisa Williams Bratsburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
I am a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker and I most often go by "Miss Lisa." I graduated with my Bachelors in Social Work followed by my Masters in Social Work in 2008. For over 15 years I have supported children across residential, school and outpatient therapy settings. I have training in a variety of psychotherapy approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and complimentary therapeutic play strategies with an interoception focus.
I am a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker and I most often go by "Miss Lisa." I graduated with my Bachelors in Social Work followed by my Masters in Social Work in 2008. For over 15 years I have supported children across residential, school and outpatient therapy settings. I have training in a variety of psychotherapy approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and complimentary therapeutic play strategies with an interoception focus.
Raechel Morrow
MA, IAYT, E-RYT, CTS, SDP
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Now accepting new clients. Your body is talking; are you listening? Do you desire a therapy that considers the wisdom of the body in treatment? Experience healing from a somatic and emotional process that merges with psychotherapy. A trauma-informed, embodied process that intersects mindfulness-based therapy, Jungian psychoanalytical therapy, spirituality, meditation, and self-exploration. Are you the person you feel like you are? Is the real you partially unknown, even to yourself? If you desire deep connection, ready to uncover your true Self, and use your body-based self-awareness to grow, then this work is for you!
Now accepting new clients. Your body is talking; are you listening? Do you desire a therapy that considers the wisdom of the body in treatment? Experience healing from a somatic and emotional process that merges with psychotherapy. A trauma-informed, embodied process that intersects mindfulness-based therapy, Jungian psychoanalytical therapy, spirituality, meditation, and self-exploration. Are you the person you feel like you are? Is the real you partially unknown, even to yourself? If you desire deep connection, ready to uncover your true Self, and use your body-based self-awareness to grow, then this work is for you!
Nancy L Dock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
The world is changing, and so are we. Maybe this presents itself as feelings of depression, anxiety, or confusion, fear, or judgment. You may have thoughts of “giving up” or feeling “stuck” while wanting to move forward yet lacking resources do so. Life is a journey and all the tools you need are within you, maybe it’s hard to tap into them right now. There are so many things you can do to flourish in life. You can find clarity, security and confidence in yourself and develop compassion for your inner-critic, while you create healthy connections within yourself, your relationships and your life. I can assist with virtual sessions.
The world is changing, and so are we. Maybe this presents itself as feelings of depression, anxiety, or confusion, fear, or judgment. You may have thoughts of “giving up” or feeling “stuck” while wanting to move forward yet lacking resources do so. Life is a journey and all the tools you need are within you, maybe it’s hard to tap into them right now. There are so many things you can do to flourish in life. You can find clarity, security and confidence in yourself and develop compassion for your inner-critic, while you create healthy connections within yourself, your relationships and your life. I can assist with virtual sessions.
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Natalie Jacobs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
East Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Natalie believes the answers to our own healing are within us, and that each person has their own unique path to discovering their purpose in life. Often times, we need support in our processes of growth, and her passion lies in supporting others in renewing their mind and body by instilling greater levels of well-being, fulfillment, and potential. Natalie has experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate stressors, experience relational challenges, trauma, adjustment concerns, explore their identity, and more.
Natalie believes the answers to our own healing are within us, and that each person has their own unique path to discovering their purpose in life. Often times, we need support in our processes of growth, and her passion lies in supporting others in renewing their mind and body by instilling greater levels of well-being, fulfillment, and potential. Natalie has experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate stressors, experience relational challenges, trauma, adjustment concerns, explore their identity, and more.
Annalise Hammerlund
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Wyoming, MI 49519
Not accepting new clients
I am an Expressive Arts Therapist and Licensed professional counselor. When someone comes to me for therapy, we first work to address any immediate concerns, and then explore some of the challenges that might be under and around those concerns. I am passionate about working with Neurodiverse individuals, and helping to solve problems, foster growth and facilitate understanding. People are the experts of their own experience. It is my role as therapist to walk with you and offer insight into that experience, allowing you to make connections and find meaning.
I am an Expressive Arts Therapist and Licensed professional counselor. When someone comes to me for therapy, we first work to address any immediate concerns, and then explore some of the challenges that might be under and around those concerns. I am passionate about working with Neurodiverse individuals, and helping to solve problems, foster growth and facilitate understanding. People are the experts of their own experience. It is my role as therapist to walk with you and offer insight into that experience, allowing you to make connections and find meaning.
Online Therapists
Danielle Wray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Owosso, MI 48867 (Online Only)
I specialize in holistic cognitive behavioral therapy.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. I have experience working with men, women, and children. I believe showing up authentically with ourselves and others is one of the bravest and most liberating things we can do in our lives. Therapy is a safe place to remember who we truly are and discover the power that each of us possess to create a life that we enjoy.
I specialize in holistic cognitive behavioral therapy.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. I have experience working with men, women, and children. I believe showing up authentically with ourselves and others is one of the bravest and most liberating things we can do in our lives. Therapy is a safe place to remember who we truly are and discover the power that each of us possess to create a life that we enjoy.
Ana Mayari Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (Online Only)
By using scientific methods including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, we will tap into your inner world, explore the wisdom of the body, and learn to practice somatic embodiment and regulation strategies so that you can be able to cope with stressors and triggers in a way that helps to facilitate healing.
Is a part of you feeling ready to engage in therapy but another part of you is anxious at the thought of becoming vulnerable? Or maybe there is a different part of you feeling hopeless, depressed, and wondering “Why even bother?” I will walk alongside you to assess the inner conflicts that may be present. Sometimes, the “inner conflict” happening is between these “parts.”
By using scientific methods including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, we will tap into your inner world, explore the wisdom of the body, and learn to practice somatic embodiment and regulation strategies so that you can be able to cope with stressors and triggers in a way that helps to facilitate healing.
Is a part of you feeling ready to engage in therapy but another part of you is anxious at the thought of becoming vulnerable? Or maybe there is a different part of you feeling hopeless, depressed, and wondering “Why even bother?” I will walk alongside you to assess the inner conflicts that may be present. Sometimes, the “inner conflict” happening is between these “parts.”
Kara Applegate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW-C, CFLE
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
Waitlist for new clients
I use different evidence-based approaches in my practice, I am trained in TF-CBT ( trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy) a therapeutic treatment for trauma.
I work with children, teens, and adults who have been through a traumatic experience, and other changes throughout life. I work to help you or your child process those changes, support the family system, and help regulate through those challenging behaviors. Through play, connection, and relationship building I use evidence-based practices to help support my clients where their needs are at.
I use different evidence-based approaches in my practice, I am trained in TF-CBT ( trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy) a therapeutic treatment for trauma.
I work with children, teens, and adults who have been through a traumatic experience, and other changes throughout life. I work to help you or your child process those changes, support the family system, and help regulate through those challenging behaviors. Through play, connection, and relationship building I use evidence-based practices to help support my clients where their needs are at.
Dr. Sara Shotsberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, QIDP, MSW, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Three Oaks, MI 49128
I provide a judgement free place to find your way & figure it out. Commitment to my clients begins with a belief in the ability of individuals to advocate for themselves & choose their own path. You decide how you want to live your life. Our instincts, emotions & feelings are a gift; they are the natural barometer for navigating our lives. Often we misinterpret or fear those emotions & fall into a holding pattern as to how to move forward. We all get stuck. Let me help you move forward. I have extensive experience working with children (ages 3-17), families and adults.
I provide a judgement free place to find your way & figure it out. Commitment to my clients begins with a belief in the ability of individuals to advocate for themselves & choose their own path. You decide how you want to live your life. Our instincts, emotions & feelings are a gift; they are the natural barometer for navigating our lives. Often we misinterpret or fear those emotions & fall into a holding pattern as to how to move forward. We all get stuck. Let me help you move forward. I have extensive experience working with children (ages 3-17), families and adults.
Journey through the Seasons Mental Wellness Svc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owosso, MI 48867
Life is difficult, and it sometimes makes it seem nearly impossible to find the help needed to get through those challenging times. Whether it be anxiety, depression, substance use, addiction, impulse problems, empowerment or self esteem issues, we are here to empower you, meeting your needs.
Life is difficult, and it sometimes makes it seem nearly impossible to find the help needed to get through those challenging times. Whether it be anxiety, depression, substance use, addiction, impulse problems, empowerment or self esteem issues, we are here to empower you, meeting your needs.
Guided Grace Family & Youth Services
Counselor, LPC, L
Verified Verified
Saginaw, MI 48602
Guided Grace Family and Youth Services takes an altruistic approach to therapy. We realize that the world has evolved and therapeutic services cannot stay the same. We provide individual and family therapy by offering multiple services. Our newly renovated space allows us provide an “out of the box” approach to your journey to total wellness by offering groups such as; anger management, Grief, LGBTQ, Batterers Intervention, Sensory and much more. We offer on and off site Licensed therapists, pharmacy services, and an onsite Psychiatric Services. With added programs, we provide a wraparound approach to therapeutic services.
Guided Grace Family and Youth Services takes an altruistic approach to therapy. We realize that the world has evolved and therapeutic services cannot stay the same. We provide individual and family therapy by offering multiple services. Our newly renovated space allows us provide an “out of the box” approach to your journey to total wellness by offering groups such as; anger management, Grief, LGBTQ, Batterers Intervention, Sensory and much more. We offer on and off site Licensed therapists, pharmacy services, and an onsite Psychiatric Services. With added programs, we provide a wraparound approach to therapeutic services.
Gita Mahabir - Kohlsmith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LE
Verified Verified
Haslett, MI 48840
Are you an individual looking for work /life balance with a family, hobbies, passions, children an intimate relationship or desiring one using holistic therapy? We also work with athletes. improve from the inside out feeling recharged, empowered and confident. therapy can create smoother career, family and achieve a healthy & wellness lifestyle for individuals families, couples & teens. Gain inner wisdom, happiness, peace, pleasure & safety! Find your inner compass or carve a new path! I help untangle the knots for a realistic insightful life! My clients share with me: “You have helped me make important changes in my life”.
Are you an individual looking for work /life balance with a family, hobbies, passions, children an intimate relationship or desiring one using holistic therapy? We also work with athletes. improve from the inside out feeling recharged, empowered and confident. therapy can create smoother career, family and achieve a healthy & wellness lifestyle for individuals families, couples & teens. Gain inner wisdom, happiness, peace, pleasure & safety! Find your inner compass or carve a new path! I help untangle the knots for a realistic insightful life! My clients share with me: “You have helped me make important changes in my life”.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.