Therapists in Montague, MI

It would be hard to argue that our lives haven't been a lot more complicated over the last few years. Whether you are a child or teen dealing with peer pressure or the stressors at school, a stay at home parent trying to manage everyones busy schedules, a working professional balancing family life and the stress a job can bring, a single or divorced parent struggling to get through each day, a young adult looking for direction in life, or part of a family trying to raise your kids in this increasingly complex world, I have extensive experience in all of these areas. I am committed to helping you work through these challenges.

YOUR LIFE MATTERS. I believe that counseling is about helping people find peace, realize their potential, and live fulfilling lives despite past or present circumstances. My therapy focus is working through emotional, relational and/or spiritual issues, validating worth and value, and using practical tools to reach goals. I have specialized training and experience in trauma recovery, attachment issues, healthy boundaries, anxiety/stress, grief and loss, and support for divorce and other life transitions.

I believe in creating a warm and safe place where people can feel comfortable working through their difficulties and emerge with new strength. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families on a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues. Some people have a clear idea of the problem they want to address, and others are simply experiencing too much difficulty and only know that something needs to change. In either case, I explore their individual experiences and perspectives, and what they would like out of the therapeutic process before collaboratively developing the interventions and tools that best meet their needs.

I love working with individuals of all ages and struggles. I have been in the counseling field for over 25 years and enjoy the partnership of working together to find a solution. Throughout the years I have spent much time researching and attending trainings to learn how to best handle stress. Stress and trauma have a significant impact on our bodies and many traditional strategies may not work; if they don't, I use health, spirituality, and energy medicine to impact change. I focus on health and positive psychology. We work on new techniques right in the office. - Also providing clinical supervision for LLPCs.

I enjoy working with with families, couples, and individuals from various religious and ethnic backgrounds. I have been married for 45 years and raised five children. My family experiences together with specialized training in relationships, domestic abuse, and parenting have prepared me to work with a variety of family dynamics. I have two Masters degrees in Psychology -clinical and counseling. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology. I also work with PTSD, ADHD and personality assessments, depression, anxiety, various mood disorders, relationship issues, post affair couple counseling, pre-marital counseling, grief & loss

Do you feel that something is standing in the way of you being fully present in your life? Do you love your partner but feel like you are not “in love” with them anymore? Do you have a history of trauma? Do you belong to the LGBTQIA+ community and struggle with associated issues such as transitioning? Are you anxious, depressed, or having thoughts of suicide? Therapy can help. Regardless of the issues you may be experiencing, as my client we will work together to set achievable, timely goals designed to get you to where you want to be in life.

Kris is skilled with treating a variety of life’s challenges, including adoption and foster care, identity, relationships, depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, body image/self-esteem issues, Obsessive-compulsive disorders and life transitions. She is expertly trained in numerous clinical utilities, including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment Focused EMDR, Brainspotting, Child-Centered play therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

I work well with clients seeking help for problems with anxiety and depression. Those referred to me with these issues find that symptomatically they are struggling with panic, sleep disturbances, worry thoughts, self-defeating thoughts/behaviors, eating disorders,addictions and unknowingly, at times, some of their difficulties have been attached to old trauma. Many people with these sorts of struggles find that this spills over into problems with relationships and/or functioning at work and school. Areas of intimacy, both emotional and sexual are important work also. I work with individuals, married couples,families, and groups.

I have a passion working with individuals, families, and children with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life's day to day challenges. Sometimes life can be hard and you don't want to face those challenges alone. My approach is to meet you where you are whether your goal is to reduce your anxiety or have a safe space to talk.

My typical client is between 16 and 60 years old and experiencing distress due to different challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transition. I am passionate about meeting clients where they are and helping them process through their experiences. From self-esteem to suicidal ideation, you are not alone. I am also passionate about women's issues, such as infertility, pregnancy loss, eating disorders, etc. and walking with you through this season.

Most of the people who work with me range from adolescents to adults and generally experience depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, have a history of suicide, trauma, and/or general trouble adjusting to changes in life. However, I also have experience working with grief and loss, family adjustment to autism diagnosis, general family concerns, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I am trained in S.A.F.E. EMDR, integrative medicine for mental health, CBT, and TF-CBT. I have additional knowledge of sand tray, IFS, narrative therapy, and interpersonal neurobiology and draw on these in my therapy.

My favorite thing is coming alongside people to work on problems together. I have 5 years of experience addressing a wide variety of concerns in all levels of care, including residential and outpatient. I am effective in treating substance use, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and burnout. I also enjoy working with individuals in high-stress jobs who are seeking more work-life balance and boundaries regarding their professional life. I am formally trained in Brainspotting for trauma and other processing, and in treating eating disorders.

Do you struggle with low self-esteem? Are you anxious about what others think? Is stress hard for you to manage? Do you want to improve your relationships? These are just a few examples of obstacles that I am passionate about helping others to overcome. I am dedicated to helping others grow into strong, compassionate, and empowered people.

Lehanna Hardy is a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in anxiety, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, mood disorders, and PTSD. She is a trauma-informed clinician who brings an integrative approach to her work with clients and believes in connecting with people through empathy and compassion. Lehanna is also passionate about her work with Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids where she facilitates support groups for those impacted by cancer or grief. She feels it’s an honor to walk beside people on their cancer and grief journeys and be a part of the Gilda community.

I am a Solution Focused, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, which concentrates on problem solving rather than the situation itself. I create an environment that fosters the feeling that you have an advocate who helps you navigate through situations, which may be difficult. I love being a therapist and that comes through by demonstrating a genuine concern with the issues you bring forth. I am committed to engaging in meaningful dialogue with you in order to recognize and help foster an understanding of your struggles, needs, and personal goals. I will also strive to enable you to find strategies to cope with and resolve any issues.

We are all journeying through life, and it is a privilege for me to be welcomed into your story. Of all the people I have met in all the locations I have traveled to, I have found the following to be true: though each story is unique, everyone faces challenges, and everyone has the need to be heard, to be valued, and to be loved. I care deeply about all people and aim to demonstrate that by valuing who you are as an individual and listening attentively to your story. I view counseling as a collaborate process in which we work together to meet your unique needs.

Lisa enjoys working with all individuals. She provides a compassionate therapeutic setting. Most people find her to be a kind person with a sense of humor. If you would like to achieve a more authentic self, have more self-compassion and fulfilling relationships Lisa can help you on your journey. Lisa is also trained in domestic violence and helping individuals with grief and loss. Lisa is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), EMDR and was trained by the Colin A. Ross Institute in trauma therapy. She can do sessions via phone and/or Telehealth.

Seeking therapy can be intimidating, my goal is to help you feel safe and comfortable. I provide an accepting space to share your thoughts and feelings. I work with pre-teen to adult ages. It is a privilege to walk along side my clients as they learn new ways to cope with life. Being a human being is complicated, our needs and wants can be confusing. I use a person-centered approach, utilizing evidence-based tools: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and mindfulness, to assist with the process of therapy. While understanding the impacts trauma can have in the healing process.