
Location
Intentional Journey Counseling Services, PLLC
4341 S. Westnedge Ave
Suite 2212
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 301-1441 x3
4341 S. Westnedge Ave
Suite 2212
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Offers online therapy
About
On our journey through life we sometimes face challenges that lead us to seek out additional support. Life is messy and I am here to help you be intentional with your approach to treatment and pull on your strengths to get through the challenges you are facing. I work to create a safe, non-judgemental, and caring environment for you to process your struggles. Together we will work to find strategies and coping skills to decrease distress and work towards healing.
I specialize in the treatment of individuals with complex and one-time trauma histories and individuals with dissociative episodes or disorders, utilizing EMDR therapy. I also work with adults with childhood and/or relational physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, anxiety and mood disorders, and life transitions.
My approach to therapy is strength-based, interpersonal, and psycho-dynamic; working alongside you in discovery. I am trained in EMDR and utilize somatic and mindfulness techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and behavioral approaches. Call to schedule an intake appointment.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Kristi J Karel now - (269) 301-1441 x3
Finances
- Cost per Session: $160 - $205
Pay By:
Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Accepted Insurance Plans
- ABS
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Michigan Education Special Services Association
- Priority Health
- Smart Health
- Out of Network
I do not accept Medicaid or Medicare plans.
Email me or call (269) 301-1441 x3 with questions.
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 11 Years
- License: Michigan / 6801093431
- School: Western Michigan University
- Year Graduated: 2011
EMDR trained therapist, trained by EMDR Institute trainer; participating in ongoing consultation and pursuing advanced training in EMDR.
Additional Credentials
- Membership: NASW
- Member Since: 2012
- Certificate: CAADC / C-03540
- Certificate Date: 2018
Endorsements
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, IFS, ADS
Psychologist, PhD, LP, CAADC, CCTP
Location
Intentional Journey Counseling Services, PLLC
4341 S. Westnedge Ave
Suite 2212
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 301-1441 x3
4341 S. Westnedge Ave
Suite 2212
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 301-1441 x3
Offers online therapy
Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Women's Issues
Mental Health
- Mood Disorders
Sexuality
- Bisexual
- LGBTQ+
- Lesbian
Client Focus
Age
- Adults
Communities
- Bisexual Allied
- Body Positivity
- Gay Allied
- Immuno-disorders
- Lesbian Allied
- Non-Binary Allied
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Queer Allied
- Racial Justice Allied
- Sex Worker Allied
- Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Eclectic
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Modality
- Individuals
Last Modified: 9 Aug 2022