Family Therapy in Alpena County, MI

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Gail Atkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707
I look forward to working with you to achieve the happy and healthy life that you want for yourself and for your family.
I create a non-judgmental and healthy space to help my clients find balance in their life and overcome past and present hardships. I work with clients to help them achieve goals that are important to them while utilizing person-centered and strength-based treatment planning.
I look forward to working with you to achieve the happy and healthy life that you want for yourself and for your family.
I create a non-judgmental and healthy space to help my clients find balance in their life and overcome past and present hardships. I work with clients to help them achieve goals that are important to them while utilizing person-centered and strength-based treatment planning.
(989) 207-8941 View (989) 207-8941
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Lori Fields
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Hi! I'm Lori Fields, MA LPC. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan, I enjoy working in person and via telehealth with older adolescents through adulthood - individually, as couples, in families, and in group settings. I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and have also completed a full course of study at the graduate level in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have experience helping those dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, and life transitions among other issues.
Hi! I'm Lori Fields, MA LPC. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan, I enjoy working in person and via telehealth with older adolescents through adulthood - individually, as couples, in families, and in group settings. I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and have also completed a full course of study at the graduate level in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have experience helping those dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, and life transitions among other issues.
(989) 459-3277 View (989) 459-3277
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Megan Renee Bentley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RN, BSN, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707  (Online Only)
Greetings. Facing life's complexities? I'm here for you. As a Registered Nurse with a decade's experience, I specialize in nuanced support for trauma, relationship intricacies, family issues, anxiety, and depression. In relationship dynamics, I help navigate challenges—communication breakdowns, trust issues, and past experiences' impact. Whether it's romantic relationships, family dynamics, or friendships, my goal is healthier connections. For family issues, we untangle complexities—communication barriers, generational patterns, impacting overall well-being.
Greetings. Facing life's complexities? I'm here for you. As a Registered Nurse with a decade's experience, I specialize in nuanced support for trauma, relationship intricacies, family issues, anxiety, and depression. In relationship dynamics, I help navigate challenges—communication breakdowns, trust issues, and past experiences' impact. Whether it's romantic relationships, family dynamics, or friendships, my goal is healthier connections. For family issues, we untangle complexities—communication barriers, generational patterns, impacting overall well-being.
(269) 241-9913 View (269) 241-9913
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Shawn McKenney
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Life is full of ups and downs, and it's natural to encounter obstacles and personal issues along the way. My counseling experience provides a compassionate and understanding space for you to explore your concerns, set goals, and discover your inner strengths. I offer a holistic approach to address a wide range of life issues, including stress management, career transitions, self-esteem, and personal development.
Life is full of ups and downs, and it's natural to encounter obstacles and personal issues along the way. My counseling experience provides a compassionate and understanding space for you to explore your concerns, set goals, and discover your inner strengths. I offer a holistic approach to address a wide range of life issues, including stress management, career transitions, self-esteem, and personal development.
(989) 455-3882 View (989) 455-3882
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Becky Lenning
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Becky. Life’s challenges come in many forms and can feel overwhelming. Whether you are coping with the death of a loved one, pet loss, divorce or separation, job loss, illness or disability, infertility, stressful caregiver trials, or other challenges life throws in your path, you may experience difficult feelings of sadness, depression, anxiety, discouragement, loneliness, hopelessness, or fear. My mission is for you to live YOUR best life possible. I OFFER: A place where your voice will be heard and a compassionate, inclusive, & confidential space to discuss your issues & concerns.
Hi, I'm Becky. Life’s challenges come in many forms and can feel overwhelming. Whether you are coping with the death of a loved one, pet loss, divorce or separation, job loss, illness or disability, infertility, stressful caregiver trials, or other challenges life throws in your path, you may experience difficult feelings of sadness, depression, anxiety, discouragement, loneliness, hopelessness, or fear. My mission is for you to live YOUR best life possible. I OFFER: A place where your voice will be heard and a compassionate, inclusive, & confidential space to discuss your issues & concerns.
(989) 704-7127 View (989) 704-7127
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Rachel Achatz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Waitlist for new clients
Learning to co-parent in a healthy manner can have an incredibly positive impact on the family's emotional well-being.
Like many people in the helping professions, there was a personal reason I chose to pursue a career in mental health counseling. After struggling with some difficult personal experiences, I made the courageous decision to seek mental health treatment with a therapist. I know the struggle and hard work it takes to recover! Don't give up though, with hard work and dedication you can make the changes necessary to experience an improved quality of life. This may include changing how you view yourself, how you navigate interpersonal relationships, or change behaviors that are interfering with your health and well-being.
Learning to co-parent in a healthy manner can have an incredibly positive impact on the family's emotional well-being.
Like many people in the helping professions, there was a personal reason I chose to pursue a career in mental health counseling. After struggling with some difficult personal experiences, I made the courageous decision to seek mental health treatment with a therapist. I know the struggle and hard work it takes to recover! Don't give up though, with hard work and dedication you can make the changes necessary to experience an improved quality of life. This may include changing how you view yourself, how you navigate interpersonal relationships, or change behaviors that are interfering with your health and well-being.
(989) 301-4203 x1 View (989) 301-4203 x1
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Deb Hemgesberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707  (Online Only)
Deb is comfortable working with a wide range of people, including those who have developmental disabilities, who are neurodivergent, who struggle to accept their sexuality, (or who are struggling to accept the way people view them), are wanting to recover from trauma, who are recovering from a brain injury, who experienced childhood neglect, or whose relationships are not meeting their needs. She enjoys working with both adolescents and adults.
Deb is comfortable working with a wide range of people, including those who have developmental disabilities, who are neurodivergent, who struggle to accept their sexuality, (or who are struggling to accept the way people view them), are wanting to recover from trauma, who are recovering from a brain injury, who experienced childhood neglect, or whose relationships are not meeting their needs. She enjoys working with both adolescents and adults.
(989) 404-9824 View (989) 404-9824
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Anna Krueger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
I work with a variety of age groups and genuinely enjoy the differences in all people. I create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to help my clients find balance in their life and overcome past and present hardships. I work alongside my patients, meeting them where they are while helping them achieve goals that are important to them by utilizing person-centered treatment planning. I help my patients gain emotional stability, and self-worth in their lives, while becoming empowered. I work effectively with children and their families, adolescents, and adults.
I work with a variety of age groups and genuinely enjoy the differences in all people. I create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to help my clients find balance in their life and overcome past and present hardships. I work alongside my patients, meeting them where they are while helping them achieve goals that are important to them by utilizing person-centered treatment planning. I help my patients gain emotional stability, and self-worth in their lives, while becoming empowered. I work effectively with children and their families, adolescents, and adults.
(616) 577-8176 View (616) 577-8176
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Amy Will
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Abundant Life Christian Guidance, PLLC - Where therapy and the scriptures converge. Specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, grief & loss, suicidology, and more. Currently taking new clients.
Abundant Life Christian Guidance, PLLC - Where therapy and the scriptures converge. Specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, grief & loss, suicidology, and more. Currently taking new clients.
(989) 282-9585 View (989) 282-9585
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Anita K Tanner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, ACHP-SW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707  (Online Only)
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Everyone has a struggle or a suffering of some kind or an area of our life we can improve upon. My specialty is working with middle aged and older adults who are navigating grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. Let's work together to help you to move your life in a positive direction and achieve emotional wellbeing!
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Everyone has a struggle or a suffering of some kind or an area of our life we can improve upon. My specialty is working with middle aged and older adults who are navigating grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. Let's work together to help you to move your life in a positive direction and achieve emotional wellbeing!
(586) 204-1997 View (586) 204-1997
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Jennifer Renee Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Trying to navigate through changes and stress can become complicated, and it can be helpful to learn new ways of coping. Whether you are worried about depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship problems, parenting, managing grief, or any other mental health concerns or diagnosis, I can be of assistance. I provide therapy using a client-centered approach to help you understand your own individual role in your current and past situations, and help you find your way through.
Trying to navigate through changes and stress can become complicated, and it can be helpful to learn new ways of coping. Whether you are worried about depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship problems, parenting, managing grief, or any other mental health concerns or diagnosis, I can be of assistance. I provide therapy using a client-centered approach to help you understand your own individual role in your current and past situations, and help you find your way through.
(989) 342-3871 View (989) 342-3871
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Paul Krueger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707
I enjoy working with teens and their parents. I have experience working with adults with depression anxiety and trauma.
I enjoy working with teens and their parents. I have experience working with adults with depression anxiety and trauma.
(989) 662-9605 View (989) 662-9605
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A1 Case Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Sarah Hamilton LMSW: Your decision to prioritize your mental health journey is appreciated and valued, and I am happy to help accompany you wherever you might be in that journey. I am experienced in working with a variety of populations, and mental health conditions; and hold certifications in TFCBT, DBT, MI, and CBT. My practice is both gender, and sexual orientation affirming, as all are welcome here.
Sarah Hamilton LMSW: Your decision to prioritize your mental health journey is appreciated and valued, and I am happy to help accompany you wherever you might be in that journey. I am experienced in working with a variety of populations, and mental health conditions; and hold certifications in TFCBT, DBT, MI, and CBT. My practice is both gender, and sexual orientation affirming, as all are welcome here.
(989) 461-3183 View (989) 461-3183
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Theresa R Gibson
Masters Social Worker, LMSW, SSW, A-HCT
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Life is seldom easy. Sometimes our own thoughts get in the way and make things more difficult for us. My goal, as your therapist, is to help you sort through those thoughts, find out why they are stuck there and then decide if you want to keep them or change them. Once we decide to make those changes, we can begin to see and celebrate the personal growth and transitions that come with those changes. I am anxious to travel this journey with you, using different clinical approaches, intuition, and humor. Schedule a free 15 minute phone consult and lets talk about your vision for your ideal self and how to get you there.
Life is seldom easy. Sometimes our own thoughts get in the way and make things more difficult for us. My goal, as your therapist, is to help you sort through those thoughts, find out why they are stuck there and then decide if you want to keep them or change them. Once we decide to make those changes, we can begin to see and celebrate the personal growth and transitions that come with those changes. I am anxious to travel this journey with you, using different clinical approaches, intuition, and humor. Schedule a free 15 minute phone consult and lets talk about your vision for your ideal self and how to get you there.
(989) 200-4733 View (989) 200-4733
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Caytlin Schultz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707
As a compassionate and dedicated therapist, I am committed to providing comprehensive support and guidance to individuals navigating the complexities of life. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, aiming to empower clients to overcome challenges and cultivate a life of fulfillment and resilience. I specialize in working with adults facing a range of concerns, including intimacy and relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and domestic violence. Each individual's journey is unique, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore openly.
As a compassionate and dedicated therapist, I am committed to providing comprehensive support and guidance to individuals navigating the complexities of life. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, aiming to empower clients to overcome challenges and cultivate a life of fulfillment and resilience. I specialize in working with adults facing a range of concerns, including intimacy and relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and domestic violence. Each individual's journey is unique, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore openly.
(734) 636-2119 View (734) 636-2119
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Jessica Cieslak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Alpena, MI 49707  (Online Only)
Thanks for stopping by! My name is Jess (she/her) and I am an LGBTQIA+ ally specializing in creating a safe, comfortable, supportive virtual environment. During our sessions, we'll explore your life experiences and learn how the brain plays a crucial role in emotional expression and regulation. Together, we'll work to improve the quality of your relationship with yourself and others while honing skills to regulate your nervous system. Feel free to reach out and schedule a consultation!
Thanks for stopping by! My name is Jess (she/her) and I am an LGBTQIA+ ally specializing in creating a safe, comfortable, supportive virtual environment. During our sessions, we'll explore your life experiences and learn how the brain plays a crucial role in emotional expression and regulation. Together, we'll work to improve the quality of your relationship with yourself and others while honing skills to regulate your nervous system. Feel free to reach out and schedule a consultation!
(616) 208-5520 View (616) 208-5520
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Margaret Fedder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
There are times in our lives when it becomes essential for us to seek greater self-awareness and a fuller sense of meaning and purpose. Perhaps you're experiencing the end of a relationship, a major life transition, an intense period of stuckness, or frequent 3am panic that leaves you in a tailspin. Or, you might just be feeling like nothing is terribly wrong, but still not quite right. I offer support for adults 18+ who are looking for insight into their past experiences and present choices in order to craft a future that feels safe, authentic, and meaningful.
There are times in our lives when it becomes essential for us to seek greater self-awareness and a fuller sense of meaning and purpose. Perhaps you're experiencing the end of a relationship, a major life transition, an intense period of stuckness, or frequent 3am panic that leaves you in a tailspin. Or, you might just be feeling like nothing is terribly wrong, but still not quite right. I offer support for adults 18+ who are looking for insight into their past experiences and present choices in order to craft a future that feels safe, authentic, and meaningful.
(231) 714-6474 View (231) 714-6474

Online Therapists

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Kennedy Steward
Counselor, LLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Petoskey, MI 49770
My passion for providing counseling comes through the desire to make all of my clients feel heard and supported throughout their therapeutic journey and life journey. I provide therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families with my specialty areas including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress reduction, family and peer relationship challenges, eating disorders and body image issues.
My passion for providing counseling comes through the desire to make all of my clients feel heard and supported throughout their therapeutic journey and life journey. I provide therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families with my specialty areas including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress reduction, family and peer relationship challenges, eating disorders and body image issues.
(231) 261-2848 View (231) 261-2848
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Reliance Christian Counseling, PLLC, Duane F Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
Waitlist for new clients
As an experienced counselor, I bring to my counseling sessions a wide range of knowledge in a variety of settings to guide clients in the resolution of personal and family issues, or if they prefer, in their faith development.
My counseling practice provides services to individuals, couples, and groups. Those who seek counseling assistance often face difficult life situations that cause emotional wounds, pain, and loss of hope. As a counselor, my role is to come alongside clients to help them understand the source of the issues that they face, help them identify solutions to their problems, and to encourage them in their efforts. Reestablishing a sense of hope is a major factor in this healing process.
As an experienced counselor, I bring to my counseling sessions a wide range of knowledge in a variety of settings to guide clients in the resolution of personal and family issues, or if they prefer, in their faith development.
My counseling practice provides services to individuals, couples, and groups. Those who seek counseling assistance often face difficult life situations that cause emotional wounds, pain, and loss of hope. As a counselor, my role is to come alongside clients to help them understand the source of the issues that they face, help them identify solutions to their problems, and to encourage them in their efforts. Reestablishing a sense of hope is a major factor in this healing process.
(231) 598-7577 View (231) 598-7577
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Marne March Olli Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Gaylord, MI 49735
In my practice, we work on issues involving parent / child interactions, school / work achievement, social relationships, friendships, changing family adjustment, mood disorders (most commonly anxiety and depression), and other life evolving circumstances.
Marne March Olli, LLC offers counseling services to our community looking for assistance in making positive changes in response to life circumstances and improving social-emotional health. Through behavior and thought modification we can achieve improved relationships, performance in school and/or job as well as overall happiness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and have passed the National Counselor Exam (NCE) and have 20+ years of problem solving experience.
In my practice, we work on issues involving parent / child interactions, school / work achievement, social relationships, friendships, changing family adjustment, mood disorders (most commonly anxiety and depression), and other life evolving circumstances.
Marne March Olli, LLC offers counseling services to our community looking for assistance in making positive changes in response to life circumstances and improving social-emotional health. Through behavior and thought modification we can achieve improved relationships, performance in school and/or job as well as overall happiness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and have passed the National Counselor Exam (NCE) and have 20+ years of problem solving experience.
(989) 303-8934 View (989) 303-8934

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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.