Photo of Kimberly Bytwerk, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLPC Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
We've all learned or received tools to help us walk through life personally and relationally. Sometimes the tools we've learned need tweaking, other times we need some new tools we didn't know existed. If you find yourself stuck I would love to walk through a chapter of your journey with you to discover what tools might help you move on to the next chapter. My Christian faith has been instrumental through seasons of difficulty and can be incorporated into therapy for those that desire that.
Compassion Focused
(616) 201-3133
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Compassion Focused
We've all learned or received tools to help us walk through life personally and relationally. Sometimes the tools we've learned need tweaking, other times we need some new tools we didn't know existed. If you find yourself stuck I would love to walk through a chapter of your journey with you to discover what tools might help you move on to the next chapter. My Christian faith has been instrumental through seasons of difficulty and can be incorporated into therapy for those that desire that.
(616) 201-3133
Photo of Daniel B Aupperlee, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
As a counselor, I hope to walk alongside each client to facilitate growth and development in self-identified areas of concern. By working collaboratively with you in a supportive and empathetic style, I hope to challenge each individual into becoming healthy and productive. I believe that for real growth to occur, each client needs to be an active participant in the counseling process. By being open to self-reflection, hard work, and taking needed risks, the counseling experience will prove to be a rewarding one
Compassion Focused
(616) 522-3437
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Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Compassion Focused
As a counselor, I hope to walk alongside each client to facilitate growth and development in self-identified areas of concern. By working collaboratively with you in a supportive and empathetic style, I hope to challenge each individual into becoming healthy and productive. I believe that for real growth to occur, each client needs to be an active participant in the counseling process. By being open to self-reflection, hard work, and taking needed risks, the counseling experience will prove to be a rewarding one
(616) 522-3437
Photo of Rosalyn Baker, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMFT, CNC, MAC Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Compassion Focused
(616) 438-9351
Verified
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Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Compassion Focused
(616) 438-9351
Photo of Shelby O'Dowd, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Hello there! As a therapist, I am warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I consider myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling. I provide a safe space for clients to express themselves honestly, get to understand their true feelings, and working together to figure out how to use that information towards a journey of healing. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, trauma, stress management, life transitions, and health/wellness.
Compassion Focused
(616) 426-6687
Verified
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Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Compassion Focused
Hello there! As a therapist, I am warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I consider myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling. I provide a safe space for clients to express themselves honestly, get to understand their true feelings, and working together to figure out how to use that information towards a journey of healing. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, trauma, stress management, life transitions, and health/wellness.
(616) 426-6687
Photo of Melissa Lynne Andrews, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Melissa has experience working with adults, college age students, and adolescents. Clinical issues that she has the most experience with includes personality disorders, depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, and stress management. A main focus of treatment is to establish a therapeutic alliance with the client. Melissa believes that having a good connection helps facilitate effective counseling and provides the best outcomes. In therapy, she is supportive, compassionate, and present with individuals both in times of struggle as well as times of achievement.
Compassion Focused
(616) 236-4505
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Compassion Focused
Melissa has experience working with adults, college age students, and adolescents. Clinical issues that she has the most experience with includes personality disorders, depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, and stress management. A main focus of treatment is to establish a therapeutic alliance with the client. Melissa believes that having a good connection helps facilitate effective counseling and provides the best outcomes. In therapy, she is supportive, compassionate, and present with individuals both in times of struggle as well as times of achievement.
(616) 236-4505
Photo of Lisa A. Lamancusa, Limited Licensed Psychologist
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Lisa enjoys working with all individuals. She provides a compassionate therapeutic setting to help clients reach their goals. 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's training also focused on 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.
Compassion Focused
(616) 773-1883
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Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Compassion Focused
Lisa enjoys working with all individuals. She provides a compassionate therapeutic setting to help clients reach their goals. 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's training also focused on 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.
(616) 773-1883
Photo of Jessy Gigowski, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Feeling lost, overwhelmed and stuck in repetitive patterns can happen to anyone. Sometimes having a space to name the emotions and how you feel can start the process of healing and change. I will work with you at your pace to help build insight and awareness to your experiences and healing. I believe you have the ability to take control of your life and become more connected to yourself and others. My goal as a therapist is to help you gain the tools to uncover your full potential and develop a deep understanding of yourself to foster your own personal growth and healing.
Compassion Focused
(616) 344-0292
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Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Compassion Focused
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Feeling lost, overwhelmed and stuck in repetitive patterns can happen to anyone. Sometimes having a space to name the emotions and how you feel can start the process of healing and change. I will work with you at your pace to help build insight and awareness to your experiences and healing. I believe you have the ability to take control of your life and become more connected to yourself and others. My goal as a therapist is to help you gain the tools to uncover your full potential and develop a deep understanding of yourself to foster your own personal growth and healing.
(616) 344-0292
Photo of Rebecca May, Counselor
Counselor, MA, LLPC Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss of employment, and countless other challenges can lead to loss of direction and loss of hope. Maybe you feel stuck by your present or your past. I've been there too. When the cloud of struggle keeps you from moving forward, it is important to share your story. You were uniquely created, and your response to the world is yours alone. Sharing your story takes courage, but on the other side is healing, wholeness and your fullest life.
Compassion Focused
(616) 344-4702
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Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Compassion Focused
Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss of employment, and countless other challenges can lead to loss of direction and loss of hope. Maybe you feel stuck by your present or your past. I've been there too. When the cloud of struggle keeps you from moving forward, it is important to share your story. You were uniquely created, and your response to the world is yours alone. Sharing your story takes courage, but on the other side is healing, wholeness and your fullest life.
(616) 344-4702
Photo of Katie Hensley-Minks, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, RYT, TSY, CCTP Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I recognize each person has their own individual story with a unique journey towards healing and wellness. I use a diverse skill set incorporating cognitive therapy with a mind-body centered approach that is unique to each persons needs. I believe that growth and change is possible through building meaningful, trusting and safe relationships with my clients.
Compassion Focused
(616) 229-3084
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Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Compassion Focused
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I recognize each person has their own individual story with a unique journey towards healing and wellness. I use a diverse skill set incorporating cognitive therapy with a mind-body centered approach that is unique to each persons needs. I believe that growth and change is possible through building meaningful, trusting and safe relationships with my clients.
(616) 229-3084
Photo of Julia J Henshaw, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW-C Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49509
Oftentimes, we spend so much energy trying to live up to roles, ideals, and expectations that we forget who we really are. Or perhaps, we never really had a chance to define our identity in the first place because it was given to us by other people, society or work expectations, or religious demands. These experiences can lead to depression and anxiety, conflict, burnout and exhaustion. At some point, there comes a reckoning when we can no longer continue this way. We need to take time to get in touch with who we really are, and let our authentic selves guide our life decisions, rather than others.
Compassion Focused
(629) 219-2128
Verified
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Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49509
Compassion Focused
Oftentimes, we spend so much energy trying to live up to roles, ideals, and expectations that we forget who we really are. Or perhaps, we never really had a chance to define our identity in the first place because it was given to us by other people, society or work expectations, or religious demands. These experiences can lead to depression and anxiety, conflict, burnout and exhaustion. At some point, there comes a reckoning when we can no longer continue this way. We need to take time to get in touch with who we really are, and let our authentic selves guide our life decisions, rather than others.
Photo of Compassionate Christian Counseling, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, Phd , PA Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Today you are one step closer to becoming the unique person that God has created. Thank you for having the courage to take this step and look into supportive telehealth services -- online counseling, video counseling & phone counseling sessions. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. As telehealth therapists with a compassionate approach, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
Compassion Focused
(616) 344-5204
Verified
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Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Compassion Focused
Today you are one step closer to becoming the unique person that God has created. Thank you for having the courage to take this step and look into supportive telehealth services -- online counseling, video counseling & phone counseling sessions. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. As telehealth therapists with a compassionate approach, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
(616) 344-5204
Photo of Rebecca Mills-Rambo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, JD Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Circumstances are building and you fear that its weight will eventually grow to crush and consume you. You have so much to manage and yet you long to just let go of it all. You’re ready for a change, but it is terrifying. To face it may cause you to crumble, nevertheless, you will yourself to get through each day. If this sounds familiar and you wish to do more than get by, it is possible to flourish again. I aim to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
Compassion Focused
(616) 537-2805
Verified
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Compassion Focused
Circumstances are building and you fear that its weight will eventually grow to crush and consume you. You have so much to manage and yet you long to just let go of it all. You’re ready for a change, but it is terrifying. To face it may cause you to crumble, nevertheless, you will yourself to get through each day. If this sounds familiar and you wish to do more than get by, it is possible to flourish again. I aim to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
(616) 537-2805
Photo of Natalie Blauer, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
If you want help making your life more manageable or finding a way out of the chaos, you have come to the right place. If you feel like you are struggling to reconcile experiences or find coping skills to manage mental health concerns, relationship issues, and/or addictions, you have also come to the right place. We will work together to identify the source of your discomfort and unmanageability and then identify tools to move forward. Once we have identified the problem, we can work towards a solution. Many folks want to find space, solutions, and stabilization quickly and then get back to their “regularly scheduled" lives.
Compassion Focused
(616) 404-4306
Verified
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Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Compassion Focused
If you want help making your life more manageable or finding a way out of the chaos, you have come to the right place. If you feel like you are struggling to reconcile experiences or find coping skills to manage mental health concerns, relationship issues, and/or addictions, you have also come to the right place. We will work together to identify the source of your discomfort and unmanageability and then identify tools to move forward. Once we have identified the problem, we can work towards a solution. Many folks want to find space, solutions, and stabilization quickly and then get back to their “regularly scheduled" lives.
(616) 404-4306
Photo of Sharon Depcinski Certified Sex Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CST Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Sharon has been a licensed clinical social worker for over 20 years. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Family Life/Human Sexuality from Central Michigan University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. She completed a supervised clinical training program at the Loyola University Outpatient Sexual Dysfunction Clinic, holds a certificate in Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan and is an AASECT certified sex therapist (The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists), which includes over 200 hours of post-graduate education and consultation.
Compassion Focused
(616) 236-2992
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Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Compassion Focused
Sharon has been a licensed clinical social worker for over 20 years. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Family Life/Human Sexuality from Central Michigan University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. She completed a supervised clinical training program at the Loyola University Outpatient Sexual Dysfunction Clinic, holds a certificate in Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan and is an AASECT certified sex therapist (The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists), which includes over 200 hours of post-graduate education and consultation.
(616) 236-2992
Photo of Hiral Patel, Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD, LP Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Have you found yourself in a difficult or complicated relationship that has caused you to feel anxious, helpless, doubt decisions, or feel broken? Are you having difficulty talking to others about your struggles? Fearing that others may not understand you or judge you. I am here to help you and guide you to access your power within you to take control of your life and begin the process of healing to move forward. With a non-judgmental and compassionate presence, I will offer support needed for you to carefully work through challenges and experience healing to begin living a more satisfying life.
Compassion Focused
(616) 965-2224
Verified
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Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Compassion Focused
Have you found yourself in a difficult or complicated relationship that has caused you to feel anxious, helpless, doubt decisions, or feel broken? Are you having difficulty talking to others about your struggles? Fearing that others may not understand you or judge you. I am here to help you and guide you to access your power within you to take control of your life and begin the process of healing to move forward. With a non-judgmental and compassionate presence, I will offer support needed for you to carefully work through challenges and experience healing to begin living a more satisfying life.
(616) 965-2224
Photo of Jordan Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Live Video Sessions | Feeling stuck? Jordan encourages you to take the next step in healing yourself or your relationship. He believes you have the strength and inner-wisdom to discover a new life. He will listen and give thoughtful feedback to help you achieve meaningful change.
Compassion Focused
(616) 344-5620
Verified
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Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Compassion Focused
Live Video Sessions | Feeling stuck? Jordan encourages you to take the next step in healing yourself or your relationship. He believes you have the strength and inner-wisdom to discover a new life. He will listen and give thoughtful feedback to help you achieve meaningful change.
(616) 344-5620
Photo of Pamela Hill, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
When our Memories are greater than our Dreams we tend to focus only on setbacks and disappointments. Changing behaviors that lead to a healthy lifestyle may seem like mission impossible based on the struggles and failures encountered in the past. I have a passion to help clients overcome obstacles that have lead to a perception of failure. I strive to help individuals stay motivated by focusing on what they have control over, learning new skills to bring life back into balance and gain confidence in themselves and their ability to succeed.
Compassion Focused
(616) 675-2169
Verified
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Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Compassion Focused
When our Memories are greater than our Dreams we tend to focus only on setbacks and disappointments. Changing behaviors that lead to a healthy lifestyle may seem like mission impossible based on the struggles and failures encountered in the past. I have a passion to help clients overcome obstacles that have lead to a perception of failure. I strive to help individuals stay motivated by focusing on what they have control over, learning new skills to bring life back into balance and gain confidence in themselves and their ability to succeed.
(616) 675-2169
Photo of Tracy Thompson, Counselor
Counselor, MA, LPC Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For some, childhood can be a time of happiness, joy and excitement, and for others, it came be a time of disappointment, confusion and pain. When we understand the narratives we were given early on, we can choose to embrace or move beyond them. When there is loss or trauma in a child's life they can often have difficult or challenging relationships with others. Children who are dealing with great pain are often operating in a mode of survival which can make it very hard to allow people to get close. Family Therapy helps them learn how to build stronger and closer connections in spite of the painful things that happened to them.
Compassion Focused
(616) 818-0933
Verified
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Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Compassion Focused
For some, childhood can be a time of happiness, joy and excitement, and for others, it came be a time of disappointment, confusion and pain. When we understand the narratives we were given early on, we can choose to embrace or move beyond them. When there is loss or trauma in a child's life they can often have difficult or challenging relationships with others. Children who are dealing with great pain are often operating in a mode of survival which can make it very hard to allow people to get close. Family Therapy helps them learn how to build stronger and closer connections in spite of the painful things that happened to them.
(616) 818-0933
Photo of Desiree Andersen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
As a therapist, I am open, direct, and supportive, I am an active therapist, combining creativity, experience, education, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling. I provide a safe space where clients can speak openly and honestly, explore their emotions, and work on achieving their personal goals and bring positive changes to their life. I specialize in working with adults and seniors, providing services to help manage issues like anxiety, crisis intervention, depression, health and wellness, life transitions, mood disorders, self-esteem/self-worth, stress management, and trauma.
Compassion Focused
(616) 275-5939
Verified
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Office is near:
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Compassion Focused
As a therapist, I am open, direct, and supportive, I am an active therapist, combining creativity, experience, education, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling. I provide a safe space where clients can speak openly and honestly, explore their emotions, and work on achieving their personal goals and bring positive changes to their life. I specialize in working with adults and seniors, providing services to help manage issues like anxiety, crisis intervention, depression, health and wellness, life transitions, mood disorders, self-esteem/self-worth, stress management, and trauma.
(616) 275-5939
Photo of Sarah Wolf, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
My therapeutic approach fosters a non-judgmental, supportive, and validating space that honors individuals for being vulnerable. I provide a listening ear and unbiased feedback to adults who struggle with chronic mental illness, PTSD, relationship or family issues, or are just going through a difficult time. Most people have experienced a traumatic or challenging experiences at some point in their lives. It is important to process these experiences to prevent negative impacts on our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Compassion Focused
Verified
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Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Compassion Focused
My therapeutic approach fosters a non-judgmental, supportive, and validating space that honors individuals for being vulnerable. I provide a listening ear and unbiased feedback to adults who struggle with chronic mental illness, PTSD, relationship or family issues, or are just going through a difficult time. Most people have experienced a traumatic or challenging experiences at some point in their lives. It is important to process these experiences to prevent negative impacts on our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
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Compassion Focused Therapists
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) is compassionate mind training, which teaches the skills and attributes of compassion. Check these Grand Rapids Compassion Focused Therapy professionals for individual or Compassion Focused couples therapy in Grand Rapids

How can I tell if a therapist is right for me?
Therapists in Grand Rapids are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in Grand Rapids. They offer in person sessions as well as Teletherapy in Grand Rapids

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Grand Rapids you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Grand Rapids and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Grand Rapids or family therapy in Grand Rapids.