Integrative Therapists in 49501
Megan Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I am a child and family therapist, offering child and adolescent individual and family therapy. Overall, I find the therapeutic relationship the most important piece of therapy, and use an integrative approach including evidence-based treatment. My goal is to provide a welcoming, open-minded, and supportive therapy environment focused on helping clients make the changes they want in their lives.
I am a child and family therapist, offering child and adolescent individual and family therapy. Overall, I find the therapeutic relationship the most important piece of therapy, and use an integrative approach including evidence-based treatment. My goal is to provide a welcoming, open-minded, and supportive therapy environment focused on helping clients make the changes they want in their lives.
Emrielle VanCleave
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LLMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
As an integrative therapist, I’m here to help you feel whole again. If you struggle with trauma or other experiences that are difficult to let go of, I’m here to help you reconnect all your parts and come together as a whole person. Through our treatment together, you’ll be able to recognize the resiliency within you that is needed to take on life’s challenges and heal from those challenges you have already faced. All your parts will be welcomed with open arms and nonjudgement, understanding that the experiences you have had have led you to where you are today. I know that you are doing the best you can and want to do better.
As an integrative therapist, I’m here to help you feel whole again. If you struggle with trauma or other experiences that are difficult to let go of, I’m here to help you reconnect all your parts and come together as a whole person. Through our treatment together, you’ll be able to recognize the resiliency within you that is needed to take on life’s challenges and heal from those challenges you have already faced. All your parts will be welcomed with open arms and nonjudgement, understanding that the experiences you have had have led you to where you are today. I know that you are doing the best you can and want to do better.
Daniel Wesche
Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I utilize an integrative approach that is based on a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental relationship.
Anxiety, fear, stress, and negative beliefs about ourselves can keep us from reaching our goals and get in the way of our ability to live up to our potential. I believe that we are all doing our best, and we still desire to, and strive towards doing better. Whether it is having more self-confidence during a competition or performance, communicating more openly and being more effective in relationships, making new friends (at all stages in life), or simply falling asleep with less "chatter" about all the uncertainties in life running through your mind, counseling helps.
I utilize an integrative approach that is based on a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental relationship.
Anxiety, fear, stress, and negative beliefs about ourselves can keep us from reaching our goals and get in the way of our ability to live up to our potential. I believe that we are all doing our best, and we still desire to, and strive towards doing better. Whether it is having more self-confidence during a competition or performance, communicating more openly and being more effective in relationships, making new friends (at all stages in life), or simply falling asleep with less "chatter" about all the uncertainties in life running through your mind, counseling helps.
Diego Castro
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I draw from an integrative psychotherapy orientation, that allows the integration of other evidence-based therapies/techniques.
In my experience working with people from different countries, I’ve seen the importance of providing a safe space where you can be yourself, feel understood and accepted regardless of your culture, religion, race, gender identity, sexual preference, or background. A good therapeutic relationship and a common comprehension of what led you to start therapy, will allow us to guide the therapy process, integrate techniques from different therapies, and give you a better grasp of how to achieve your goals.
I draw from an integrative psychotherapy orientation, that allows the integration of other evidence-based therapies/techniques.
In my experience working with people from different countries, I’ve seen the importance of providing a safe space where you can be yourself, feel understood and accepted regardless of your culture, religion, race, gender identity, sexual preference, or background. A good therapeutic relationship and a common comprehension of what led you to start therapy, will allow us to guide the therapy process, integrate techniques from different therapies, and give you a better grasp of how to achieve your goals.
Dr. Jovany Avendano
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD, CCATP, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
I'm an integrative therapist, meaning I tailor my approach to best fit your needs.
It's no surprise life can feel overwhelming at times, making it harder to do even the simplest of things. And yet you're here! We manage to get through it, either by luck, grit, will power, or sheer determination. But sometimes, the pressures from society, culture, expectations...etc can really bog us down. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, thinking, "why is nothing working?" or "no one really gets it." We all deserve peace, safety, and belonging, and sometimes, we might need a helping hand to get us "unstuck." Let's work together to explore what's keeping us stuck, build up our resources, and create the life you'll be proud of.
I'm an integrative therapist, meaning I tailor my approach to best fit your needs.
It's no surprise life can feel overwhelming at times, making it harder to do even the simplest of things. And yet you're here! We manage to get through it, either by luck, grit, will power, or sheer determination. But sometimes, the pressures from society, culture, expectations...etc can really bog us down. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, thinking, "why is nothing working?" or "no one really gets it." We all deserve peace, safety, and belonging, and sometimes, we might need a helping hand to get us "unstuck." Let's work together to explore what's keeping us stuck, build up our resources, and create the life you'll be proud of.
Dorothy Aguwa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
I am committed in an approach that emphasizes a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health.
My name is Dorothy Aguwa. I completed my master’s degree in Social Work at Wayne State University in 1989 in Detroit, Michigan with over 32 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings, including outpatient specialty clinics, crisis intervention, structured outpatient programs, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, private practice, and case management. I have a broad range of clinical experience working with individuals and groups across the life span in the areas of mood disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, anger and stress management, family and relationship issues, anxiety disorders and borderline personality disorder.
I am committed in an approach that emphasizes a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health.
My name is Dorothy Aguwa. I completed my master’s degree in Social Work at Wayne State University in 1989 in Detroit, Michigan with over 32 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings, including outpatient specialty clinics, crisis intervention, structured outpatient programs, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, private practice, and case management. I have a broad range of clinical experience working with individuals and groups across the life span in the areas of mood disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, anger and stress management, family and relationship issues, anxiety disorders and borderline personality disorder.
Carolyn Jordan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I use an integrative approach, using a variety of techniques based upon each client's unique needs, symptoms, and strengths.
What is holding you back from living the life you want? Perhaps you keep having the same arguments over and over with your partner, can't stop that critical voice in your head, are troubled by your responses to others, or are bogged down with feelings of depression or anxiety. Whatever it is, you want to understand it and move on. My aim is to help you clarify your goals, discover the root causes of your feelings and symptoms, help you find awareness of faulty beliefs, and create a plan for change in a warm and caring environment.
I use an integrative approach, using a variety of techniques based upon each client's unique needs, symptoms, and strengths.
What is holding you back from living the life you want? Perhaps you keep having the same arguments over and over with your partner, can't stop that critical voice in your head, are troubled by your responses to others, or are bogged down with feelings of depression or anxiety. Whatever it is, you want to understand it and move on. My aim is to help you clarify your goals, discover the root causes of your feelings and symptoms, help you find awareness of faulty beliefs, and create a plan for change in a warm and caring environment.
Douglas A Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I believe we all desire to live freely, love fully, be our real, true selves, and become our best selves. I want that for myself, and I want that you. But this earth we inhabit is a broken place, and life is messy and complicated. Relationships can be tricky too. Understanding and managing our own emotions, while trying to live with, and care for others and their stuff, often seems like an impossible endeavor. We all struggle with something or someone sometime, and there is no good reason to face yours alone. Life cannot be done on our own - it is too complex. We need others, others need us, and we all need GOD.
I believe we all desire to live freely, love fully, be our real, true selves, and become our best selves. I want that for myself, and I want that you. But this earth we inhabit is a broken place, and life is messy and complicated. Relationships can be tricky too. Understanding and managing our own emotions, while trying to live with, and care for others and their stuff, often seems like an impossible endeavor. We all struggle with something or someone sometime, and there is no good reason to face yours alone. Life cannot be done on our own - it is too complex. We need others, others need us, and we all need GOD.
Daniel K Ehnis
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I have 44 years experience in helping couples recover from affairs, manage conflict, improve communication and intimacy.
I have 44 years experience in helping couples recover from affairs, manage conflict, improve communication and intimacy.
Stephani C Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCM
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I have special interest and expertise in the treatment of psycho-social issues related to traumatic brain injuries, depression and anxiety disorders, young children, adolescents, and adults, parenting support/education, home and community-based treatment, school challenges, childhood trauma, and social skills training. My rural upbringing gives me a down-to-earth perspective promoting self-efficacy, while my education and worldliness serve to inform my interventions to meet the unique needs of a diverse patient population. I strive to provide treatment that is both compassionate and competent.
I have special interest and expertise in the treatment of psycho-social issues related to traumatic brain injuries, depression and anxiety disorders, young children, adolescents, and adults, parenting support/education, home and community-based treatment, school challenges, childhood trauma, and social skills training. My rural upbringing gives me a down-to-earth perspective promoting self-efficacy, while my education and worldliness serve to inform my interventions to meet the unique needs of a diverse patient population. I strive to provide treatment that is both compassionate and competent.
Jessica Rose Hoekstra
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
As a therapist, I believe that building a relationship is the most important part of the therapeutic process. From that relationship, it becomes possible to examine difficult areas of your life in order to experience growth and security within yourself. The therapeutic setting provides a unique opportunity to pause the busyness of everyday life and sort through present or past concerns that may be affecting you and your family.
As a therapist, I believe that building a relationship is the most important part of the therapeutic process. From that relationship, it becomes possible to examine difficult areas of your life in order to experience growth and security within yourself. The therapeutic setting provides a unique opportunity to pause the busyness of everyday life and sort through present or past concerns that may be affecting you and your family.
Allison Arnekrans
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
Whether this is your first time engaging in the counseling process, or you have been seeing someone (or many counselors) for years, I am here for you right NOW...in THIS moment. I primarily utilize a Solution Focused, strengths-based approach to assist YOU to problem solve within your current circumstance. Focusing on the possibilities for the future and processing issues out loud helps to more quickly work through them. If you have been thinking about starting with a counselor, now is a great time!
Whether this is your first time engaging in the counseling process, or you have been seeing someone (or many counselors) for years, I am here for you right NOW...in THIS moment. I primarily utilize a Solution Focused, strengths-based approach to assist YOU to problem solve within your current circumstance. Focusing on the possibilities for the future and processing issues out loud helps to more quickly work through them. If you have been thinking about starting with a counselor, now is a great time!
Lucas Perkins
LPC Intern, Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
We are all constantly developing and growing as people and sometimes life puts us in uncomfortable positions where we have difficult yet inevitable change. In these moments therapy can be a beautiful space to navigate new circumstances and environments and who we want to be amongst these changes. I am ready to help you with whatever you are going through including: Anxiety & Depression, Friendship & Relationship Issues, Life Changes and Identity Development, Spiritual Issues & Religious Deconstruction, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I serve a broad range of individuals and all are welcome.
We are all constantly developing and growing as people and sometimes life puts us in uncomfortable positions where we have difficult yet inevitable change. In these moments therapy can be a beautiful space to navigate new circumstances and environments and who we want to be amongst these changes. I am ready to help you with whatever you are going through including: Anxiety & Depression, Friendship & Relationship Issues, Life Changes and Identity Development, Spiritual Issues & Religious Deconstruction, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I serve a broad range of individuals and all are welcome.
Jaquenta Glasker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, CPLC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Life Coach. I am passionate about helping others face life's challenges so they may reach their full potential. I specialize in working with adults and children using integrated strength based practices. I understand how anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflicts can impact one's life and I am here to help you navigate through such challenges. Most of my career has been spent working in inpatient and outpatient settings as a clinician and administrative leader. If you're looking for an experience clinical professional contact me.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Life Coach. I am passionate about helping others face life's challenges so they may reach their full potential. I specialize in working with adults and children using integrated strength based practices. I understand how anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflicts can impact one's life and I am here to help you navigate through such challenges. Most of my career has been spent working in inpatient and outpatient settings as a clinician and administrative leader. If you're looking for an experience clinical professional contact me.
Janelle Rieman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
In today's uncertain world, more people than ever are experiencing issues with their mental health. It is my goal to partner with you to collaboratively work through the issues that you are facing in life. I strive to provide a comforting, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can come to have someone listen and help you to navigate through these issues. It is through this work that you will discover the inner strengths and skills you already possess. With these strengths and my assistance, our goal will be to work together to create genuine healing, change, and self-empowerment.
In today's uncertain world, more people than ever are experiencing issues with their mental health. It is my goal to partner with you to collaboratively work through the issues that you are facing in life. I strive to provide a comforting, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can come to have someone listen and help you to navigate through these issues. It is through this work that you will discover the inner strengths and skills you already possess. With these strengths and my assistance, our goal will be to work together to create genuine healing, change, and self-empowerment.
Dr. Laura V Grace
PhD
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
As a Jungian-based counselor and interfaith spiritual director, I support women on their holistic journey which focuses on mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Jung defined this as our pathway towards "individuation" which leads to being congruent, authentic, and more in harmony with all of life. Having attended two seminary programs (specializing in Interfaith teachings), I weave together depth psychology, somatic work and spirituality, believing a psycho-spiritual path best embraces the "whole" person. I offer tele-therapy and phone sessions. Please visit my site to see if I meet your needs: www.lauragrace.net
As a Jungian-based counselor and interfaith spiritual director, I support women on their holistic journey which focuses on mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Jung defined this as our pathway towards "individuation" which leads to being congruent, authentic, and more in harmony with all of life. Having attended two seminary programs (specializing in Interfaith teachings), I weave together depth psychology, somatic work and spirituality, believing a psycho-spiritual path best embraces the "whole" person. I offer tele-therapy and phone sessions. Please visit my site to see if I meet your needs: www.lauragrace.net
Jacob Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, TLLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
I once heard that in order to live a fulfilling life you need to live it fully everyday. Living fully can look different from day to day. Some days living fully may bring joy, peace, excitement, & love as you form new relationships, pursue your passions, & discover more about yourself. Yet other days living fully may bring frustration, sorrow, fear, and pain as you face loss, trauma, and uncertainty. In either of these cases, living fully is done in relationship and living alongside another can bring healing beyond belief. I strive to be that ally, to walk alongside others as they experience the joys & challenges of living fully.
I once heard that in order to live a fulfilling life you need to live it fully everyday. Living fully can look different from day to day. Some days living fully may bring joy, peace, excitement, & love as you form new relationships, pursue your passions, & discover more about yourself. Yet other days living fully may bring frustration, sorrow, fear, and pain as you face loss, trauma, and uncertainty. In either of these cases, living fully is done in relationship and living alongside another can bring healing beyond belief. I strive to be that ally, to walk alongside others as they experience the joys & challenges of living fully.
Kelle Sajdak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! My priority is to understand you as a person and listen to what you are struggling with and how you desire to grow. My therapeutic style encourages self discovery and empowerment while using evidence based approaches as support. I work with females 13 y/o and older that want to process and heal from trauma, emotional distress or are searching for growth and empowerment. I also specialize in working with athletes whom want guidance with performance concerns, injury or transition out of sport.
Accepting new clients! My priority is to understand you as a person and listen to what you are struggling with and how you desire to grow. My therapeutic style encourages self discovery and empowerment while using evidence based approaches as support. I work with females 13 y/o and older that want to process and heal from trauma, emotional distress or are searching for growth and empowerment. I also specialize in working with athletes whom want guidance with performance concerns, injury or transition out of sport.
5 Pointes Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling in your relationships? Feeling depressed and/or anxious? Do you desire more clarity in who you are and what you want from life? Are you the parent of a child in the LGBTQ community and want to know how to support them? If you are dealing with any of these concerns or living with loss or trauma, Tammy can help you find understanding and peace. You can be authentically happy in your life. It is possible to have fulfilling relationships with not only yourself but also with your friends, family and partner.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Feeling depressed and/or anxious? Do you desire more clarity in who you are and what you want from life? Are you the parent of a child in the LGBTQ community and want to know how to support them? If you are dealing with any of these concerns or living with loss or trauma, Tammy can help you find understanding and peace. You can be authentically happy in your life. It is possible to have fulfilling relationships with not only yourself but also with your friends, family and partner.
Beth Boshoven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
Not accepting new clients
I work primarily with children and adults facing issues related to life transitions. I see many people who have experienced trauma, health situations and who are dealing with life stressors. I have worked with many individuals and families who have experienced the death of a loved one, and have focused much of my practice on seeing clients who have experienced trauma and loss, both physically and emotionally. I feel I am an educated professional who works to offer insight, education and support to my clients. I enjoy working with all ages.
I work primarily with children and adults facing issues related to life transitions. I see many people who have experienced trauma, health situations and who are dealing with life stressors. I have worked with many individuals and families who have experienced the death of a loved one, and have focused much of my practice on seeing clients who have experienced trauma and loss, both physically and emotionally. I feel I am an educated professional who works to offer insight, education and support to my clients. I enjoy working with all ages.
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Integrative Therapists
What is integrative therapy?
Integrative therapy is a type of therapy that combines ideas and techniques from different therapeutic approaches depending on the needs of the individual client. By merging elements of different treatments, an integrative therapist aims to offer a more flexible approach than those who practice just one type of therapy.
How does integrative therapy work?
Integrative therapy approaches a client’s mental, physical, and emotional health in a holistic way to discover the sources of their unhealthy behavior patterns or other challenges and considers the approach most likely to lead to improvement. Among the techniques an integrative therapist may practice are cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, art or music therapy, psychodynamic therapy, breathwork, family systems therapy, gestalt therapy, and trauma-informed therapy. An integrative therapist regularly evaluates the client’s progress and is prepared to pivot to a different approach if progress stalls.
How long does integrative therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for integrative therapy; people who find they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that spurred them to seek treatment. New patients should understand that it may take some time for a therapist to land on a treatment approach that best meets their needs, but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
How effective is integrative therapy?
There are hundreds of types of talk therapy, and research shows that while they vary in form, goals, and frequency, many if not all can produce similarly successful outcomes. But a single approach does not always deliver the greatest, or speediest, benefit, and so even therapists primarily trained in one model will use tools, language, techniques, or exercises from others to shape an effective treatment plan.