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Available both in-person and online
928 South Garfield Avenue Suite 3 Traverse City, MI 49686
I consider counseling a safe space to share struggles that we are facing in this world. Life can be hard, lonely, and overwhelming at times for all ages. Having support for yourself as you navigate through difficult feelings, situations, and decisions is what counseling provides. I believe that we all want to live at our true potential and sometimes that takes a refresh or deep look at how we are currently functioning. Life is a journey meant to be experienced with others.
I specialize in working with both adults and children. Child services range from ages 3+ using play therapy approach to uncover stress, anxiety, ADHD, self regulation, school/behavioral issues, & anger. Adult services; specifically new moms, parents, and couples range from grief, stress, anxiety, depression, infertility, premarital and relationship issues.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children and adults in a number of different settings. I am passionate about building a relationship where clients will feel safe, heard, and free to explore their current needs. Life is a story meant to be heard. Lets share it, uncover it and continue writing it!
Call or Kristen VanDerKolk now for a free 15 minute consultation - (231) 259-9938

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

ReFresh Wellness - Grace Counseling Professionals

928 South Garfield Avenue

Suite 3

Traverse City, MI 49686 map

(231) 259-9938
I specialize in Child, Parenting and Stress 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (231) 259-9938
Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

ReFresh Wellness - Grace Counseling Professionals

928 South Garfield Avenue

Suite 3

Traverse City, MI 49686 map

(231) 259-9938
I specialize in Child, Parenting and Stress 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
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Accepting insurance clients, please reach out for more information.
Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (231) 259-9938
"
Accepting insurance clients, please reach out for more information.
Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (231) 259-9938

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6401222673 Kristen VanDerKolk
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Colorado State University , M.Ed. , Graduated 2013
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Grief 2020
  • Certificate from Rainbow Kids Yoga 2016
Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (231) 259-9938
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Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (231) 259-9938

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Parenting
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Foster care
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Kids Yoga
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (231) 259-9938
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Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (231) 259-9938

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Religion

Christian

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (231) 259-9938
Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (231) 259-9938

Location

Primary Location

ReFresh Wellness - Grace Counseling Professionals

928 South Garfield Avenue

Suite 3

Traverse City, MI 49686

(231) 259-9938

Nearby Areas

Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (231) 259-9938
Photo of Kristen VanDerKolk, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (231) 259-9938