Therapists in Holland, MI

My counseling service was created to help individual adults and couples untangle the ineffective and unhealthy patterns in life and relationships. Clients receive deep, lasting results with me because we address not just your most pressing problems, but also explore the problematic patterns in life that contributed to your current distress. I have a warm, engaging, open style that provides a trusting environment for successful therapy and change in the lives of my clients.

It is my passion to help people explore patterns in their life and relationships. It is my intent to provide hope and encouragement as people courageously take steps to make their life more manageable. The relationship with each of my clients is important to me -- I consider it a privilege to be trusted in people's lives as a facilitator in a healing process.

After life throws you a curveball, the first step can be the hardest part. If you struggle with depression, anxiety or can't quite figure out how to navigate life's curveballs, I am here to help. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression and trauma of all types. I also have experience working with sexual betrayal, adolescents, couples counseling, domestic abuse and sexual assault for both victims and offenders. Whether you or someone close to you is struggling, please know that you are not alone.

Alexa has spent her life gaining personal and career experiences to provide support and empathy to those who could benefit from an experienced and empathetic emotional wellness partner. With a Masters degree in Social Work from GVSU, experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Alexa comes to your table to be on your team as a partner, mentor, and support person, to help you navigate the twists and turns that life will throw your way.

We all have meaningful stories to tell, and I look forward to learning how I can be of service to you, whether it’s easing stress, improving communication, getting your relationship (with others and yourself) back on track or helping you develop healthy thinking patterns. I can help give you “tools for your toolbox” to help overcome life’s obstacles. My goal is for you to feel valued, safe, and heard while building a relationship of trust and understanding. I will walk alongside you and provide collaborative, action oriented and honest feedback to shape your journey towards a greater sense of freedom, meaning & purpose.

I am a Licensed Psychologist and the Clinical Director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. Our group is trained in dealing with a variety of issues including: Attention Deficit Disorder, School Difficulties, Interpersonal Issues such as bullying, adult ADD and related issues, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Mood Disorders, Grief and Loss, Parenting, Educational Concerns, Relationship Concerns, Career and Work Issues, and Sexual Issues.

Are you stressed out about your life? Does your partner seem distant, angry and cold? Do you worry about your children and teenagers who seem out of control? Are you at your wits end and beginning to feel hopeless about this? Do you struggle with guilt and feel stuck in bad habits,even addictions?

Life can get messy. Maybe you found yourself in a situation you didn't choose for yourself, or maybe you can't seem to shake that gnawing anxiety or the voice that says "you will never be enough". Perhaps you found yourself reeling in the wake of someone else's choices, or maybe even your own. Or maybe you are a parent watching helplessly as you see your son or daughter struggle. That's where I come in. I value the opportunity to be invited into life's most fragile areas and walk alongside you toward freedom, wholeness and hope.

I have a heart for helping people and walking alongside them in their journey of healing. Life can bring unexpected pain and suffering. Often times you can feel lost and confused with no one to turn to. Counseling is a beautiful way to seek help from someone who will guide you through the littlest to most difficult times in your life. Everyone can benefit from talking to someone who is not a family member or friend. Someone who will truly hear your needs and unconditionally support you. I am here for you! Please Call Today!

I have worked as a Hospice Social Worker, an outpatient therapist for Pine Rest, and as a therapist treating adults with major mental health disorders with two Community Mental Health organizations. I have experience treating a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sleep issues, compulsive behaviors, bipolar disorder, relationship and marital issues, grief and loss, domestic violence, stress, post-traumatic stress, trauma, anger management, and women's issues. I currently have immediate openings and no waiting list.

I love working with a client earnestly seeking life change. We pursue self reflection and cognitive restructuring.while probing the roots of a client's faith. I have also found that my life experience, which includes a 32-year marriage and the raising of 3 young adults now heading out into the world, provides a rich source of good counsel. My style is characterized by a personal approach that is warm and supportive with a holistic focus and my sincere hope for all my clients is a personal awareness that brings the emotional and mental stability that leads to positive behaviors.

MIchael Angelo treats Anxiety: Whatever form of anxiety you have, treatment can help, especially if you feel like you’re worrying too much and it’s interfering with your work, relationships, or other parts of your life. If your anxiety is upsetting to you and difficult to control, seek out counseling. Depression: Although depression may occur only once in a person’s life, people typically have multiple episodes. During these episodes, symptoms occur most of the day, nearly every day. Why live like this when you don’t have to?

Clients that I work with are normally struggling with: ongoing life stressors, emotional regulation, self-esteem, family/relationship dysfunction, trauma, or identity issues (to name a few). Their goals are to work towards healing, empowerment, and self-discovery. My clients are looking for someone who is willing to meet them where they are at in a collaborative, client-centered, and understanding therapeutic relationship, in order to meet goals and learn techniques to handle the ongoing stress that life throws their way.

Have you or your child experienced trauma? Do you or your child suffer from self-harm issues or suicidal ideation? Or maybe you or your child suffer from a variety of life adjustment issues such as divorce, identity issues, racing thoughts or sadness? Then more than likely you or your child have experienced some kind of trauma. I am here to help. I have been worked with children, teens and families in crisis for 17 years in the scope of social work and this gives me a unique style paired with a wealth of knowledge. I look forward to helping you and your family make a connection that could change your life.

I approach each client from a place of gratitude and awe. It takes enormous courage to ask for help. That is never lost on me. A key to therapy is building a therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client. The client in the beginning, out of shear bravery, allows me into their journey. As they learn to trust me and open up, we begin to explore their unique nuances, their ups and downs, their pains, their hurts, as well as their successes along their journey. In this exploration together, healing and understanding begins to flourish.

If you are going through a major life transition, or if the everyday stresses of life are getting too much to handle, I am here to help. I understand that we all have issues unique to ourselves. These issues can be addressed and worked on through counseling. I will help you identify your emotions and help you use them as navigational tools throughout your life. I will allow you to feel safe and comfortable as you explore your thoughts and emotions. I can offer tools to help you communicate with others in your life. I am here to listen and empathize with you as you grow to understand yourself and others.

You have taken a very important first step by considering going to therapy and looking into your options for a provider. I came to join the Advanced Counseling practice after working at an agency dedicated to the treatment of individuals with substance use disorders. I worked in the treatment of addictions for over twenty five years, which allowed me to help a great many people with a wide variety of issues. I think therapy is the process of making connections and having a safe space to explore, express and renew.

My personal theoretical foundation is not limited to one approach. I believe it is necessary for counselors to be adaptive. Every client is different and our responses and approaches should be equally diverse. One person may need a cognitive behavioral approach whereas another would be more responsive to brief counseling. This eclectic approach will be applied to all clients. Techniques will vary between clients to best meet the individual client's needs.

Therapy is about possibilities: possibilities for overcoming challenges, possibilities for pursuing hopes and dreams. In my experience, the sooner you can get out from underneath the pain of life's struggles, the sooner you can reconnect with the joy of life's possibilities. I am here to help you do just that, all in an inclusive environment of safety, respect...and sometimes even a bit of humor! If this sounds like a good fit for you, please drop me a line or give me a call.