Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

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Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

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Available both in-person and online

550 Cascade West Parkway Southeast Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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For years, you've been the woman everyone can count on. You've cared for children, supported a partner, helped aging parents, built a career, managed a household— or all of the above. On the outside, you are capable and strong. Yet somewhere along the way, you've become disconnected from yourself. Maybe you're entering a new season of life, facing an empty nest, changing relationships, caregiving demands, or simply wondering who you are beyond taking care of everyone else. You want to stop giving every piece of yourself away and start discovering who you are underneath all the roles you've carried.

I specialize in helping women navigate life transitions, identity, stress, and relationship issues. My approach is thoughtful, patient, and deeply empathic. Together, we'll slow things down, make room for everything you've been holding, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have been overlooked for years.

Asking for support can feel unfamiliar when you're used to being the one who gives! It may even feel wrong to do something for yourself right now. You don't have to have it all figured out before reaching out. I'll meet you exactly where you are, and together we'll begin sorting through what comes next.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Elaine Abbott now - (616) 236-5714

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

616 Counseling PC

550 Cascade West Parkway Southeast

Grand Rapids, MI 49546 map

(616) 236-5714

My website

I offer sessions in-person or via our telehealth platform based on your preference. I can also see clients in Florida via telehealth.

I specialize in Stress, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions

$195 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (616) 236-5714

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

616 Counseling PC

550 Cascade West Parkway Southeast

Grand Rapids, MI 49546 map

(616) 236-5714

My website

I offer sessions in-person or via our telehealth platform based on your preference. I can also see clients in Florida via telehealth.

I specialize in Stress, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions

$195 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $195

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Care Network
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Priority Health

I offer the convenience of billing your medical insurance for individual counseling.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

I offer the convenience of billing your medical insurance for individual counseling.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6401225062 Elaine Abbott

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended Duquesne University, Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2021

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Certification Board for Music Therapists 04213 / 1992

Degree/Diploma from Temple University PhD / 2008

I am licensed as a professional counselor in Pennsylvania and Michigan, and as a Creative Arts Therapist in New York. I also held a tenured faculty position and served as Chair in the School of Music at Duquesne University for some time. I earned my Ph.D. in Music Therapy from Temple University.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Stress
Relationship Issues
Life Transitions

Expertise

Anxiety
Boundaries
Codependency
Depression
Grief
People-Pleasing
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I work with women across the lifespan, with a particular focus on midlife women navigating life transitions, stress, relationship concerns, and women's health issues. While this is my primary area of focus, I also work with the other concerns listed here.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

3 Endorsements

Maicee VanSkyock

Master Social Worker, LLMSW

Elaine excels with clients who feel disconnected from themselves. She is an expert in boundaries, self-care, and self-discovery work, and she has a gift for helping clients feel more comfortable in their own skin.

Frank Florido

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Elaine is brilliant. She brings incredible insight and knowledge into her sessions, making her an incredible fit for those seeking guidance and understanding. I recommend her without hesitation.

Alisha Kremer

Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

Elaine is my go-to referral for perimenopausal / menopausal / women's issues. She is brilliant and deeply empathetic.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Experiential Therapy
Humanistic
Music Therapy
Trauma Focused

My clinical approach is founded in trauma-informed, person-centered, and experiential techniques. I am also trained in EMDR for trauma treatment.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

My clinical approach is founded in trauma-informed, person-centered, and experiential techniques. I am also trained in EMDR for trauma treatment.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Email me or call with questions - (616) 236-5714

Location

Primary Location

616 Counseling PC

550 Cascade West Parkway Southeast

Grand Rapids, MI 49546

(616) 236-5714

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I offer sessions in-person or via our telehealth platform based on your preference. I can also see clients in Florida via telehealth.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (616) 236-5714

I offer sessions in-person or via our telehealth platform based on your preference. I can also see clients in Florida via telehealth.

Elaine Abbott

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (616) 236-5714

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