Therapists in 49503
Miranda Ward
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LLPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I have additional training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman method to help explore how family systems impact what we are seeking from our relationships.
All evening times filled currently but accepting daytime appointments. I am honored to support couples, families and individuals who want to begin to explore difficulties within their relationships. I offer a relational space that focuses on feeling safe and understood. My approach is from a family systems lens with somatic influences. My specialty is relationship repair through emotional exploration. My ideal client includes family and couple relationships, sexual intimacy, non-traditional families, addiction, high conflict, the family court system, play therapy, and more.
I have additional training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman method to help explore how family systems impact what we are seeking from our relationships.
All evening times filled currently but accepting daytime appointments. I am honored to support couples, families and individuals who want to begin to explore difficulties within their relationships. I offer a relational space that focuses on feeling safe and understood. My approach is from a family systems lens with somatic influences. My specialty is relationship repair through emotional exploration. My ideal client includes family and couple relationships, sexual intimacy, non-traditional families, addiction, high conflict, the family court system, play therapy, and more.
Susie Kim-VanderGriend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I have specialized training in EMDR, CBT, PMAD's, EFT & Parts/IFS.
Life can be complicated with challenging experiences, thoughts, feelings and even body sensations and my hope is that you are not holding it all alone. As a therapist, I strive to provide a secure space for you to engage in a non-judgmental, collaborative relationship. I believe in the strength and healing power that resides in the core of each person. Whatever challenges you are facing, I seek to come alongside you in the therapy space to facilitate healing and growth. I trust that together, we can work to make sense of what is happening - now and in the past to lead more empowered and fulfilled lives moving forward.
I have specialized training in EMDR, CBT, PMAD's, EFT & Parts/IFS.
Life can be complicated with challenging experiences, thoughts, feelings and even body sensations and my hope is that you are not holding it all alone. As a therapist, I strive to provide a secure space for you to engage in a non-judgmental, collaborative relationship. I believe in the strength and healing power that resides in the core of each person. Whatever challenges you are facing, I seek to come alongside you in the therapy space to facilitate healing and growth. I trust that together, we can work to make sense of what is happening - now and in the past to lead more empowered and fulfilled lives moving forward.
Hailey Yatros
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
Through a combination of emotionally focused therapy and Internal Family systems, we will do our best to get to the root cause of your conflict and explore the power that lies within your internal world, having the potential of changing your life.
Are you searching for relief, hope, clarity, or a sense of direction? Finding the right therapist with whom you feel comfortable and connect with can be nerve-racking. Will they understand me? Are we the best fit? Is therapy worth my time? These are valid questions! My goal is to make this experience as smooth as possible for you. Whether you are looking for couple, individual, or family therapy, going at your own rhythm, pace, and comfort will guide us when working together. Bring your pain, struggle, anxiety, and stress, we will explore it together.
Through a combination of emotionally focused therapy and Internal Family systems, we will do our best to get to the root cause of your conflict and explore the power that lies within your internal world, having the potential of changing your life.
Are you searching for relief, hope, clarity, or a sense of direction? Finding the right therapist with whom you feel comfortable and connect with can be nerve-racking. Will they understand me? Are we the best fit? Is therapy worth my time? These are valid questions! My goal is to make this experience as smooth as possible for you. Whether you are looking for couple, individual, or family therapy, going at your own rhythm, pace, and comfort will guide us when working together. Bring your pain, struggle, anxiety, and stress, we will explore it together.
Melanie Szucs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Waitlist for new clients
Depending on your particular needs and experiences, I draw from several different treatment models, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and client-centered therapy.
Our lives are stories and we all want them to be stories worth telling, that give us hope. Maybe you long to rewrite the story you are living. I believe everyone has the ability to change their story. Whether you are a couple, a family, or an individual, you can have hope. I desire to walk alongside you in your struggles and help you to forge a new path. Sometimes all it takes is a listening ear; sometimes it takes long, hard work. But you have the choice-to step out in courage and to start writing a new story.
Depending on your particular needs and experiences, I draw from several different treatment models, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and client-centered therapy.
Our lives are stories and we all want them to be stories worth telling, that give us hope. Maybe you long to rewrite the story you are living. I believe everyone has the ability to change their story. Whether you are a couple, a family, or an individual, you can have hope. I desire to walk alongside you in your struggles and help you to forge a new path. Sometimes all it takes is a listening ear; sometimes it takes long, hard work. But you have the choice-to step out in courage and to start writing a new story.
Ted Wohlford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), and various Cognitive and Existential techniques.
Feeling stuck or down and ready to turn obstacles into opportunities? Whether you're looking to enhance the good in your life, prevent spiraling, or explore how early childhood attachment and trauma may impact your ability to navigate relationships, trust others, and manage anxiety and fear, counseling can be your next step. I am a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families. You can view my full detailed profile by clicking on the 'My website' button on the right-hand side.
I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), and various Cognitive and Existential techniques.
Feeling stuck or down and ready to turn obstacles into opportunities? Whether you're looking to enhance the good in your life, prevent spiraling, or explore how early childhood attachment and trauma may impact your ability to navigate relationships, trust others, and manage anxiety and fear, counseling can be your next step. I am a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families. You can view my full detailed profile by clicking on the 'My website' button on the right-hand side.
Amanda Walker
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
I utilize an integrated approach of therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT), and Gottman Method Couples; Therapy.
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.
I utilize an integrated approach of therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT), and Gottman Method Couples; Therapy.
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.
Cynthia Cortez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I believe that every person is unique and different. I strive to create a safe space where you will be treated with respect and kindness, feel validated, heard, and feel safe to be yourself regardless of age, gender, or race. I believe that counseling is a journey to better oneself at any point in life’s journey and not only during a crisis or through challenges. Whether it is shame, guilt, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, questioning your identity or trauma you are dealing with, know that change is possible.
I believe that every person is unique and different. I strive to create a safe space where you will be treated with respect and kindness, feel validated, heard, and feel safe to be yourself regardless of age, gender, or race. I believe that counseling is a journey to better oneself at any point in life’s journey and not only during a crisis or through challenges. Whether it is shame, guilt, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, questioning your identity or trauma you are dealing with, know that change is possible.
Hi and welcome! I am here to help with an array of concerns and issues including anxiety, day to day concerns, coping skills, life transitions and decisions, depression, relationships, and many others- including just needing someone to talk to! We will work together with compassion and honesty to reach your goals, and I am happy to give you a little kick in the bum if you need it.
Hi and welcome! I am here to help with an array of concerns and issues including anxiety, day to day concerns, coping skills, life transitions and decisions, depression, relationships, and many others- including just needing someone to talk to! We will work together with compassion and honesty to reach your goals, and I am happy to give you a little kick in the bum if you need it.
Rebecca McDaniel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Who would you be if you didn't have never-ending worry or constant feelings that your emotions and life are out of control? This is what we'll figure out together. I work with individuals navigating life transitions like moving, becoming a new parent, or break-ups and managing the anxiety that comes with it. Transitions are TOUGH and can leave you feeling lost and confused. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to sort through life's complexities. We will explore who you are without worry, anxiety and overwhelming feelings, while creating a plan to get unstuck.
Who would you be if you didn't have never-ending worry or constant feelings that your emotions and life are out of control? This is what we'll figure out together. I work with individuals navigating life transitions like moving, becoming a new parent, or break-ups and managing the anxiety that comes with it. Transitions are TOUGH and can leave you feeling lost and confused. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to sort through life's complexities. We will explore who you are without worry, anxiety and overwhelming feelings, while creating a plan to get unstuck.
Allison Waldron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Accepting new clients as of 07/29/24. I believe that counseling is a place for people to share their stories in a safe, non-judgmental, and welcoming environment. I am very passionate about helping people find their voices and their worth through counseling and honest conversations. I have a heart for helping people find success in their interpersonal relationships, both in the workplace and at home.
Accepting new clients as of 07/29/24. I believe that counseling is a place for people to share their stories in a safe, non-judgmental, and welcoming environment. I am very passionate about helping people find their voices and their worth through counseling and honest conversations. I have a heart for helping people find success in their interpersonal relationships, both in the workplace and at home.
Bethany Christian Services - Grand Rapids
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Are you or your family going through a difficult time? Maybe you are experiencing relational challenges, feeling anxious or depressed, struggling to make sense of traumatic experiences, or worrying about your child's emotional or social functioning. At Bethany, we have an expert team of trauma-informed, culturally responsive counseling and psychiatric professionals who will walk alongside you in the pursuit of personal and relational wellbeing. As a community rooted in hope, our clinicians create an inclusive space that is open to all. No matter what you are facing, we are here to help.
Are you or your family going through a difficult time? Maybe you are experiencing relational challenges, feeling anxious or depressed, struggling to make sense of traumatic experiences, or worrying about your child's emotional or social functioning. At Bethany, we have an expert team of trauma-informed, culturally responsive counseling and psychiatric professionals who will walk alongside you in the pursuit of personal and relational wellbeing. As a community rooted in hope, our clinicians create an inclusive space that is open to all. No matter what you are facing, we are here to help.
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
6/1/24 Updated Availability: Accepting New Clients! Telehealth & In-person. We work with couples, adults and teen clients in Michigan who feel that things are out of control. We know how difficult it can be to ask for help and try to instill hope and specific, creative strategies for change in a relaxed environment. Our therapists at Restore Therapy Collective help develop goals and sort out thoughts and challenges that get in the way.
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Linh Tran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
A therapist who shares your lived experience. I care because I’ve been there. I love working with diverse populations. Like you, I know firsthand what it means to feel different, to navigate the unfamiliar, and the pain of being othered. My lived experience has given me a unique perspective on resilience and adaptability which allows me to help clients understand and care for themselves on a deeper level. I am confident about who and how I can help. I specialize in addressing trauma, grief, anxiety, or relationships. I also have experience with pre-marital counseling, depression, mood disorders, self-esteem, and women’s issues.
A therapist who shares your lived experience. I care because I’ve been there. I love working with diverse populations. Like you, I know firsthand what it means to feel different, to navigate the unfamiliar, and the pain of being othered. My lived experience has given me a unique perspective on resilience and adaptability which allows me to help clients understand and care for themselves on a deeper level. I am confident about who and how I can help. I specialize in addressing trauma, grief, anxiety, or relationships. I also have experience with pre-marital counseling, depression, mood disorders, self-esteem, and women’s issues.
Vulnerability: while rewarding, can be daunting. It isn’t easy to let someone into your internal landscape and I value the possibility of learning yours. My name is Sam and I work with clients to become intimately comfortable with the buried and beautifully impactful aspects of themselves. Often, the relationship to yourself contributes to how your days unfold in the world around you. When was the last time you heard or nurtured the parts of yourself that long for you? In doing so, a gateway opens up to a sense of self-worth that will allow you to experience yourself and your environment with a new lens.
Vulnerability: while rewarding, can be daunting. It isn’t easy to let someone into your internal landscape and I value the possibility of learning yours. My name is Sam and I work with clients to become intimately comfortable with the buried and beautifully impactful aspects of themselves. Often, the relationship to yourself contributes to how your days unfold in the world around you. When was the last time you heard or nurtured the parts of yourself that long for you? In doing so, a gateway opens up to a sense of self-worth that will allow you to experience yourself and your environment with a new lens.
Life can be difficult and sometimes we find ourselves feeling stuck, stressed, and lost. I seek to provide an affirming, nonjudgmental, and compassionate therapeutic environment to help you navigate life’s challenges and work toward a healthier and more meaningful life. My work involves helping people to explore the impact of past experiences, understand unhelpful patterns in their thinking and relationships, process painful emotions, and learn new skills to cope with their distress.
Life can be difficult and sometimes we find ourselves feeling stuck, stressed, and lost. I seek to provide an affirming, nonjudgmental, and compassionate therapeutic environment to help you navigate life’s challenges and work toward a healthier and more meaningful life. My work involves helping people to explore the impact of past experiences, understand unhelpful patterns in their thinking and relationships, process painful emotions, and learn new skills to cope with their distress.
Samantha Strachan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
With the ease and flexibility of teletherapy, join me from the comfort of your own home on our therapy journey together! The courage it takes to acknowledge the impact of life stressors on your confidence and emotional wellbeing can feel monumental. The expectation to navigate individual, family and life transitions without a supportive guide can feel crippling especially while struggling to find healthy ways of thinking and problem solving. Together we can work on: Improving mental health - Increasing self-awareness and self-esteem - Enhancing interpersonal relationships - Increase resilience & ability to manage life's challenges
With the ease and flexibility of teletherapy, join me from the comfort of your own home on our therapy journey together! The courage it takes to acknowledge the impact of life stressors on your confidence and emotional wellbeing can feel monumental. The expectation to navigate individual, family and life transitions without a supportive guide can feel crippling especially while struggling to find healthy ways of thinking and problem solving. Together we can work on: Improving mental health - Increasing self-awareness and self-esteem - Enhancing interpersonal relationships - Increase resilience & ability to manage life's challenges
Loneliness, fear, and worry are powerful feelings that can keep us disconnected from those around us. You might notice yourself thinking “things have to change” or “I can’t do this anymore.” Perhaps you feel like you’ve tried everything and are exhausted from the effort; you’ve tried to talk to others but walk away feeling misunderstood and lonely. It could even be that the fear of sharing your story and experiences feels overwhelming. Counseling is an opportunity to experience the opposite; it’s a space to connect with someone who listens without judgment or distraction.
Loneliness, fear, and worry are powerful feelings that can keep us disconnected from those around us. You might notice yourself thinking “things have to change” or “I can’t do this anymore.” Perhaps you feel like you’ve tried everything and are exhausted from the effort; you’ve tried to talk to others but walk away feeling misunderstood and lonely. It could even be that the fear of sharing your story and experiences feels overwhelming. Counseling is an opportunity to experience the opposite; it’s a space to connect with someone who listens without judgment or distraction.
Sarah Whitney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
In therapy sessions with me, my goal is to create a comfortable and safe space for your self -exploration, and growth. We will spend time not only talking, but finding ways to include your passions, culture, and interests in a plan for your healing. My goal is for clients to understand themselves better and regain confidence, control, and peace in their lives.
In therapy sessions with me, my goal is to create a comfortable and safe space for your self -exploration, and growth. We will spend time not only talking, but finding ways to include your passions, culture, and interests in a plan for your healing. My goal is for clients to understand themselves better and regain confidence, control, and peace in their lives.
I want to be there for you in the places that so often feel isolating. It's important to me that you have a place in the therapy relationship where you don't have to be 'fine.' My hope for our work together is that your distressing and overwhelming experiences can be connected to your life without fully overwhelming the rest of your life.
I want to be there for you in the places that so often feel isolating. It's important to me that you have a place in the therapy relationship where you don't have to be 'fine.' My hope for our work together is that your distressing and overwhelming experiences can be connected to your life without fully overwhelming the rest of your life.
Katie VanderWeide Anxiety And People Pleasing Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt guilty saying "no"? Or find yourself overthinking a lot? I work with women who often feel stuck in a constant cycle of worry. At times, you wish you could just turn your brain off. You feel this worry is sabotaging you- it impacts the quality of your relationships, your work and your body but you feel helpless to stop the cycle. You may also struggle with over-giving, and feeling guilty a lot of the time. You’ve heard about “self-care” and “boundaries”, but when you try to implement them you just feel guilty and unsure if you’re doing the “right” thing.
Have you ever felt guilty saying "no"? Or find yourself overthinking a lot? I work with women who often feel stuck in a constant cycle of worry. At times, you wish you could just turn your brain off. You feel this worry is sabotaging you- it impacts the quality of your relationships, your work and your body but you feel helpless to stop the cycle. You may also struggle with over-giving, and feeling guilty a lot of the time. You’ve heard about “self-care” and “boundaries”, but when you try to implement them you just feel guilty and unsure if you’re doing the “right” thing.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.