
Elaine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
451 Health Parkway, Paw Paw, MI 49079
Let's Connect (269) 743-1894

Welcome! With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in helping teens, young adults, men, and women navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, burnout, and stress. My approach is action-based, goal and future-oriented, aimed at creating meaningful, lasting change.
I believe growth starts by honoring and accepting our truths and experiences and acknowledging what is keeping us stuck or holding us back. Together, we’ll explore your strengths and use them as a foundation for progress and positive change.
My focus is on progress, resilience, and building a more balanced life.
Whether you're seeking clarity, working through hard emotions or simply want more fulfillment, I’m here to support your journey forward.
Using an eclectic evidence-based approach through CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapies we’ll set achievable goals and develop tools to move forward with confidence and purpose.
Therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to do it alone. Let’s work together to break free of limiting thoughts and beliefs and create the life you deserve. Ready to start? Email me today to take the next step.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Elaine Bussema now - (269) 743-1894
Let's Connect (269) 743-1894

Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Meridian
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Please e-mail to inquire with other plans
- Priority Health
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network

Elaine Bussema
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Email me or call with questions - (269) 743-1894
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6801094749 Elaine Bussema
- Attended Western Michigan University - School of Social Work, Graduated 2012
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Coping Skills
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Now offering Supervision, NASW certified
- Stress
- Women's Issues
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Location
Primary Location
Bronson Lakeview Helpnet
451 Health Parkway
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 743-1894Email me
Additional Location
Enlightened Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
7912 South 8th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 743-1894Nearby Areas

Elaine Bussema
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (269) 743-1894