Couples Counseling Therapists in 49001
As trauma informs many other symptoms and struggles, I have extensive experience in the related treatment of dissociation, depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis and thought disorders, personality difficulties, and relationship problems.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. I believe healing and transformation occur in the context of a shared therapeutic experience - of a "you and me" - through your experiences and my expertise, we will chart new pathways to fulfilled living and relating. From finding relief and feeling better to gaining insight and developing oneself, you will not be alone. It takes courage to reach out; I am here to help you make that connection.
As trauma informs many other symptoms and struggles, I have extensive experience in the related treatment of dissociation, depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis and thought disorders, personality difficulties, and relationship problems.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. I believe healing and transformation occur in the context of a shared therapeutic experience - of a "you and me" - through your experiences and my expertise, we will chart new pathways to fulfilled living and relating. From finding relief and feeling better to gaining insight and developing oneself, you will not be alone. It takes courage to reach out; I am here to help you make that connection.
I am thrilled to be able to offer counseling services to people that live in the West Michigan area. Although, I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with individuals and couples. If you are having difficulty with adjusting to new life circumstances, having relationship issues, or if you are a person that is living with a Mental Illness I am eager to help you work through your situation. Life is too short to face your problems alone and I am always willing to listen and help you work towards a new way to face your life's challenges.
I am thrilled to be able to offer counseling services to people that live in the West Michigan area. Although, I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with individuals and couples. If you are having difficulty with adjusting to new life circumstances, having relationship issues, or if you are a person that is living with a Mental Illness I am eager to help you work through your situation. Life is too short to face your problems alone and I am always willing to listen and help you work towards a new way to face your life's challenges.
Laura Hinkley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Waitlist for new clients
I use a strengths-based therapeutic approach and consider myself a partner in your quest for a less stressful, more fulfilling life.
I believe in the power of therapy to be a catalyst for growth, to gain new perspectives for tackling challenges, and to improve dynamics between individuals and within families. However, it all starts with relationship. I am committed to creating an inviting, safe space for my clients. My sixteen years as a progressive educator provide the roots of my growth-oriented approach and are the foundation on which I work to collaborate with clients when learning new skills, new perspectives or processing painful life events.
I use a strengths-based therapeutic approach and consider myself a partner in your quest for a less stressful, more fulfilling life.
I believe in the power of therapy to be a catalyst for growth, to gain new perspectives for tackling challenges, and to improve dynamics between individuals and within families. However, it all starts with relationship. I am committed to creating an inviting, safe space for my clients. My sixteen years as a progressive educator provide the roots of my growth-oriented approach and are the foundation on which I work to collaborate with clients when learning new skills, new perspectives or processing painful life events.
Davison Sarai Nicholas
Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC, MST-PSB
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (Online Only)
I specialize in treatment of trans* individuals (transgender, non-binary, agender, fluid, gender queer, etc), and have provided individual, family, couples, and medical referral services.
It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.
I specialize in treatment of trans* individuals (transgender, non-binary, agender, fluid, gender queer, etc), and have provided individual, family, couples, and medical referral services.
It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.
Heather Lettow DBA Trestlewood Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Feeling overwhelmed? Lost? "Out-of-Wack?" In a "funk?" Tired of feeling "blah?" Let's work together to take back control over your life. My goal is to help clients meet their personal & emotional goals & find successes in other areas of their life. I provide counseling with individuals (of all ages), couples & families with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, stress management & relationship issues. I want to help you be able to take the skills you learn, your healed parts & the strength that you find within yourself & use them in all areas of your life.
Feeling overwhelmed? Lost? "Out-of-Wack?" In a "funk?" Tired of feeling "blah?" Let's work together to take back control over your life. My goal is to help clients meet their personal & emotional goals & find successes in other areas of their life. I provide counseling with individuals (of all ages), couples & families with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, stress management & relationship issues. I want to help you be able to take the skills you learn, your healed parts & the strength that you find within yourself & use them in all areas of your life.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed and worried about your relationships with others? Have you experienced a life transition that is difficult? Are you wanting to gain emotional insight and healing and feel a greater sense of strength, courage and bravery? I am here to help. You don't have to go through it on your own. Areas I focus on include: couple's counseling, high school/college transitions, stress and anger issues, health-related difficulties like chronic pain and HIV, family conflict, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem and identity, grief, loss and trauma and issues related to gender identity development.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed and worried about your relationships with others? Have you experienced a life transition that is difficult? Are you wanting to gain emotional insight and healing and feel a greater sense of strength, courage and bravery? I am here to help. You don't have to go through it on your own. Areas I focus on include: couple's counseling, high school/college transitions, stress and anger issues, health-related difficulties like chronic pain and HIV, family conflict, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem and identity, grief, loss and trauma and issues related to gender identity development.
Curtis J Birky PhD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
My specialty is helping partners deal with relationship issues.
When things are especially stressful or overwhelming therapy can be a good resource. I am trained to assist as you make significant decisions or figure out how to proceed. Typically I help people with relationship or family matters, depression and anxiety, loss of a loved one, unexpected circumstances, and matters of personal growth or change.
My specialty is helping partners deal with relationship issues.
When things are especially stressful or overwhelming therapy can be a good resource. I am trained to assist as you make significant decisions or figure out how to proceed. Typically I help people with relationship or family matters, depression and anxiety, loss of a loved one, unexpected circumstances, and matters of personal growth or change.
Scott Phillip Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (Online Only)
Our practice, Partners in Behavioral Wellness LLP, is a safe, comfortable place to learn and grow, and to start or continue one's journey.
Therapy is a way to live a more satisfying life. I strive to help those experiencing life's transitions, 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 pysychotherapy, we can navigate through those challenges. I serve with humility a variety of clientele of various cultural, ethnic, gender, and other identities.
Our practice, Partners in Behavioral Wellness LLP, is a safe, comfortable place to learn and grow, and to start or continue one's journey.
Therapy is a way to live a more satisfying life. I strive to help those experiencing life's transitions, 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 pysychotherapy, we can navigate through those challenges. I serve with humility a variety of clientele of various cultural, ethnic, gender, and other identities.
I have completed Level 2 training in Gottman Therapy and love using this training with couples.
Do you ever wish life could be different but don't know how to make make changes? Do you wish you could have someone to confide to that isn't part of your daily life and maybe someone who will give you wisdom and help shed light on patterns of thinking that might not be helpful to you? Do you long for space to share your inner thoughts and feelings without judgement? Over the years, I have worked with a variety of individuals ages 4-50 something who long for these exact things!
I have completed Level 2 training in Gottman Therapy and love using this training with couples.
Do you ever wish life could be different but don't know how to make make changes? Do you wish you could have someone to confide to that isn't part of your daily life and maybe someone who will give you wisdom and help shed light on patterns of thinking that might not be helpful to you? Do you long for space to share your inner thoughts and feelings without judgement? Over the years, I have worked with a variety of individuals ages 4-50 something who long for these exact things!
Now accepting couples for Emotionally Focused Therapy! Is it time to look within to address your needs, heal, and grow? In my practice, I work collaboratively with my clients to find the root cause of their issues. I treat my clients' holistically, making sure all their needs are addressed. I like to make sure each of my clients get what they are looking for out of counseling and that they feel heard. I work with adolescents (12 and up) and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, attachment issues, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, low self-esteem and social phobia.
Now accepting couples for Emotionally Focused Therapy! Is it time to look within to address your needs, heal, and grow? In my practice, I work collaboratively with my clients to find the root cause of their issues. I treat my clients' holistically, making sure all their needs are addressed. I like to make sure each of my clients get what they are looking for out of counseling and that they feel heard. I work with adolescents (12 and up) and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, attachment issues, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, low self-esteem and social phobia.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Portage
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
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Logan Stout
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is a great journey to start out on and I am glad you are taking this first step. It is not one you'll regret. My first goal as a therapist is to create an atmosphere where you feel comfortable. I use a strengths based approach and create a framework that makes it easy for you to create goals and a path so you'll know when you make them. To me it is crucial that the patient is a member of the care team. If you're struggling with Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, BiPolar, Panic Attacks, Trauma, Problem Behaviors I may be a good fit assist you.
Therapy is a great journey to start out on and I am glad you are taking this first step. It is not one you'll regret. My first goal as a therapist is to create an atmosphere where you feel comfortable. I use a strengths based approach and create a framework that makes it easy for you to create goals and a path so you'll know when you make them. To me it is crucial that the patient is a member of the care team. If you're struggling with Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, BiPolar, Panic Attacks, Trauma, Problem Behaviors I may be a good fit assist you.
Pam Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (Online Only)
I want to develop a relationship with clients where they feel safe and open to share.
Do you feel that your worId has gotten completely out of control? Do you want to find a way to get it back? I am so glad that you made the decision to be here today! Making the decision to begin therapy can be a difficult choice. Our world is a very difficult place to be right now and I want to help you navigate yours. Now that you're here this will be your safe place to share your thoughts and feelings as we start to untangle all of the excess baggage you've been carrying around for who knows how long that just weighing you down. Together we will come up with a plan to get you back to a place of good health and happiness.
I want to develop a relationship with clients where they feel safe and open to share.
Do you feel that your worId has gotten completely out of control? Do you want to find a way to get it back? I am so glad that you made the decision to be here today! Making the decision to begin therapy can be a difficult choice. Our world is a very difficult place to be right now and I want to help you navigate yours. Now that you're here this will be your safe place to share your thoughts and feelings as we start to untangle all of the excess baggage you've been carrying around for who knows how long that just weighing you down. Together we will come up with a plan to get you back to a place of good health and happiness.
Amanda Walker
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CAADC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (Online Only)
Whether you want to improve or heal relationships, navigate personal trauma, tired of fighting with your partner, or facing a life transition, therapy is a great place to address any life issue.
I view therapy as a collaborate space where it is safe to share life’s difficulties. I find joy in working together to learn to cope with stressors and develop healthy habits for better managing relationships, mental health concerns, and whatever situation might be important in that moment. I enjoy working with adults and couples. My primary areas of expertise include treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as working with adjustment disorders and substance use disorders. Therapy is about helping people through situational life stressors or relationship conflicts.
Whether you want to improve or heal relationships, navigate personal trauma, tired of fighting with your partner, or facing a life transition, therapy is a great place to address any life issue.
I view therapy as a collaborate space where it is safe to share life’s difficulties. I find joy in working together to learn to cope with stressors and develop healthy habits for better managing relationships, mental health concerns, and whatever situation might be important in that moment. I enjoy working with adults and couples. My primary areas of expertise include treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as working with adjustment disorders and substance use disorders. Therapy is about helping people through situational life stressors or relationship conflicts.
Jennifer L Selent
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Clients will find a safe, empathetic, and non-judgemental relationship working with me.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist that has been working with Families, Couples, and Individuals with many diagnosis for over 15 years. I have a very wide array of experience, but do provide specialized training for the following populations: First Responders, individuals suffering from traumatic stress, eating disorders/disordered eating, addiction, and grief as well as their families. I also can support with performance issues related to competition, work, etc. I expect you would find me to be down to earth and practical, but clinically sophisticated in my approach. My goal is partnership and empowerment.
Clients will find a safe, empathetic, and non-judgemental relationship working with me.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist that has been working with Families, Couples, and Individuals with many diagnosis for over 15 years. I have a very wide array of experience, but do provide specialized training for the following populations: First Responders, individuals suffering from traumatic stress, eating disorders/disordered eating, addiction, and grief as well as their families. I also can support with performance issues related to competition, work, etc. I expect you would find me to be down to earth and practical, but clinically sophisticated in my approach. My goal is partnership and empowerment.
Allyn Witchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Immediate evening openings for new clients. Are you looking for couples counseling, family therapy, or help for yourself to improve your relationships? Couples counseling can be a great avenue to improve and grow in a relationship; even before serious issues arise. Every family has challenges; through the therapeutic process, families can learn new techniques and skills to better support their loved ones.
Immediate evening openings for new clients. Are you looking for couples counseling, family therapy, or help for yourself to improve your relationships? Couples counseling can be a great avenue to improve and grow in a relationship; even before serious issues arise. Every family has challenges; through the therapeutic process, families can learn new techniques and skills to better support their loved ones.
Breanna Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (Online Only)
Availability this week! Lately has it felt like you against your brain? If so, keep reading... Hi there, my name is Bre (she/her), and my job is to meet you where you're at, wholeheartedly listen to your story, and help you get the most out of life's eb & flow. The brain is a complex organ which often requires multiple perspectives in order to better understand. Together, we will learn to work with your brain, so your brain stops working against you. I specialize in supporting individuals & couples with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, autism, attachment disorders, religious/historical/complex trauma, and narcissistic abuse recovery.
Availability this week! Lately has it felt like you against your brain? If so, keep reading... Hi there, my name is Bre (she/her), and my job is to meet you where you're at, wholeheartedly listen to your story, and help you get the most out of life's eb & flow. The brain is a complex organ which often requires multiple perspectives in order to better understand. Together, we will learn to work with your brain, so your brain stops working against you. I specialize in supporting individuals & couples with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, autism, attachment disorders, religious/historical/complex trauma, and narcissistic abuse recovery.
Carly Cykiert
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Working alongside individuals with anxiety, depressions, sexual health concerns, LGBTQIA+ issues, grief, trauma, partners dealing with concerns of communication or intimacy, and more, I am here to become part of your support system.
You're looking for support, to feel understood, and cared for. You need someone that will be on your side. You're ready to take the first step in your journey of recovery, self-discovery, and self-care. You're ready to replace shame with kindness for yourself. Keeping in mind that you are an expert in your own life, I am here to support you as you make the change you will see for yourself through counseling. I offer a brave, safe, and accepting space for individuals and couples to feel empowered.
Working alongside individuals with anxiety, depressions, sexual health concerns, LGBTQIA+ issues, grief, trauma, partners dealing with concerns of communication or intimacy, and more, I am here to become part of your support system.
You're looking for support, to feel understood, and cared for. You need someone that will be on your side. You're ready to take the first step in your journey of recovery, self-discovery, and self-care. You're ready to replace shame with kindness for yourself. Keeping in mind that you are an expert in your own life, I am here to support you as you make the change you will see for yourself through counseling. I offer a brave, safe, and accepting space for individuals and couples to feel empowered.
I began as a life coach and became a therapist in 2017 because I wanted to help people in a deeper way. I adjust to your pace: maybe you are coming in with a concern about something that happened recently and you just want another person's insight on it; or maybe you have past trauma that you'd like to finally unhook from. With deeper work, I like to get an idea of your whole picture -- emotionally, psychologically and spiritually -- so I can help you reach whatever goal or resolve whatever issue you come in with.
I began as a life coach and became a therapist in 2017 because I wanted to help people in a deeper way. I adjust to your pace: maybe you are coming in with a concern about something that happened recently and you just want another person's insight on it; or maybe you have past trauma that you'd like to finally unhook from. With deeper work, I like to get an idea of your whole picture -- emotionally, psychologically and spiritually -- so I can help you reach whatever goal or resolve whatever issue you come in with.
Linda L Herrin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ITCA, PLLC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
You are not broken, you are deeply hurt. It is easy to find yourself in unhelpful patterns & ways of being. This might be due to your nervous system being flooded with anger, fear & despair. In a creative way to survive, you have found self-protection strategies. Unfortunately, these strategies are likely no longer helpful. Part of our work together will be unraveling this muscle memory to reveal how you can live a life that is true to you. YOU become the place of self-awareness, peaceful acceptance & intentional action. As a certified trauma professional & art therapist, I integrate these tools into our therapeutic work.
You are not broken, you are deeply hurt. It is easy to find yourself in unhelpful patterns & ways of being. This might be due to your nervous system being flooded with anger, fear & despair. In a creative way to survive, you have found self-protection strategies. Unfortunately, these strategies are likely no longer helpful. Part of our work together will be unraveling this muscle memory to reveal how you can live a life that is true to you. YOU become the place of self-awareness, peaceful acceptance & intentional action. As a certified trauma professional & art therapist, I integrate these tools into our therapeutic work.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.