Therapists in Kalamazoo, MI
Robert Parsons
Counselor, M A, LLPC, CRC, CVRT
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
The path to a quality world can be intimidating for people. I understand how it can feel like it is one that you are on alone. My work with diverse groups: adolescents, people that identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples, and people with disabilities (PWDs) informs me of some of these challenges. My experience supporting clients in their path to wellness through anxiety, depression, trauma, disability acceptance, adoption/reunification, incarceration, personality disorders and relationship/intimacy challenges makes me confident in the progress we can achieve in counseling together.
The path to a quality world can be intimidating for people. I understand how it can feel like it is one that you are on alone. My work with diverse groups: adolescents, people that identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples, and people with disabilities (PWDs) informs me of some of these challenges. My experience supporting clients in their path to wellness through anxiety, depression, trauma, disability acceptance, adoption/reunification, incarceration, personality disorders and relationship/intimacy challenges makes me confident in the progress we can achieve in counseling together.
Nancy J Johnson
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Relational Life Therapist. Cross cultural therapist. I help couples (and other dyads) get to the source of their issues and learn how to create the relationship they long for. Some dyads that see me may be on the brink of relationship rupture and dissolution. Some may be stuck having the same arguments with the same lack of progress and feel like Sisyphus with his boulder. Some may be ahead of the game and seek therapy before they ruin a good thing. All of them want to learn healthy relationship habits that stick. The individual clients I see often struggle with spiritual questions, self acceptance, and/or relationships.
Relational Life Therapist. Cross cultural therapist. I help couples (and other dyads) get to the source of their issues and learn how to create the relationship they long for. Some dyads that see me may be on the brink of relationship rupture and dissolution. Some may be stuck having the same arguments with the same lack of progress and feel like Sisyphus with his boulder. Some may be ahead of the game and seek therapy before they ruin a good thing. All of them want to learn healthy relationship habits that stick. The individual clients I see often struggle with spiritual questions, self acceptance, and/or relationships.
Online Therapists
Eileen Dzik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression or simply life dissatisfaction, my goal is to provide a space of safety and appreciation for your unique struggles. I specialize in improving relationships. Whether you're in a couple or single and seeking partnership, I work with an understanding of attachment patterns to help you form deeper, more stable bonds. I have a sharp ear for how the stories we tell can limit us. Re-shaping those narratives is a powerful part of my work. In addition to my individual work, I have expertise in marital counseling and therapist supervision.
Welcome! Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression or simply life dissatisfaction, my goal is to provide a space of safety and appreciation for your unique struggles. I specialize in improving relationships. Whether you're in a couple or single and seeking partnership, I work with an understanding of attachment patterns to help you form deeper, more stable bonds. I have a sharp ear for how the stories we tell can limit us. Re-shaping those narratives is a powerful part of my work. In addition to my individual work, I have expertise in marital counseling and therapist supervision.
Edwin Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Jackson, MI 49203
My approach to counseling is relationship oriented with the goal of promoting resilience and autonomy for multicultural, cross generational communities that I serve.
My approach to counseling is relationship oriented with the goal of promoting resilience and autonomy for multicultural, cross generational communities that I serve.
Nicholas Holterman
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Hello! I'm Nicholas. As a graduate student therapist, my goal is to provide you with the time, space, respect, and consideration you need to feel safe, listened to, and accepted unconditionally. My approach to therapy is free of judgment, focused on empowerment, and informed by each client's identities and positionalities. Here, I want to acknowledge my own personal identities as a queer, white, cisgender man and to note that I build upon my training by attending to points of intersectionality, privilege, oppression, and social justice in my praxis; I believe all our unique life experiences are shaped by our multiple identities.
Hello! I'm Nicholas. As a graduate student therapist, my goal is to provide you with the time, space, respect, and consideration you need to feel safe, listened to, and accepted unconditionally. My approach to therapy is free of judgment, focused on empowerment, and informed by each client's identities and positionalities. Here, I want to acknowledge my own personal identities as a queer, white, cisgender man and to note that I build upon my training by attending to points of intersectionality, privilege, oppression, and social justice in my praxis; I believe all our unique life experiences are shaped by our multiple identities.
Rebecca Dubord
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
My belief is that therapy should be empowering and be tailored to each client individually. Every person is unique in their experiences and beliefs and for this reason I utilize an integrative approach to counseling. This means that we will use different techniques and ideas from different theories and therapies to best suite each client and their goals. I will work with clients to determine their goals for therapy and will support and aid clients in accomplishing these goals. I am passionate about mental health and helping people and want to help everyone find the best fit for them.
My belief is that therapy should be empowering and be tailored to each client individually. Every person is unique in their experiences and beliefs and for this reason I utilize an integrative approach to counseling. This means that we will use different techniques and ideas from different theories and therapies to best suite each client and their goals. I will work with clients to determine their goals for therapy and will support and aid clients in accomplishing these goals. I am passionate about mental health and helping people and want to help everyone find the best fit for them.
Mala Child & Family Institute
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
Jack W. Grenan
PhD, MS, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Spring Lake, MI 49456
Let Me Help, You Help Yourself ! Dr. Grenan, ,Christian, was raised in inner City Detroit by a dad who abused me mentally & physically. . My grandparents, mom & God saved my life. I am the first person in my family to attend college MSU ,as a father of 5 children, I had 4th stage colon cancer, a 4 month coma & DIED! God may have planned for my struggles to help me be a good therapist who understands & helps people in pain. I also have a PhD in Hypnotherapy, a sliding pay scale and give a free 15 minute consult. Email me at: jackgrenan@netscape.net or call 616-414-7246. God Bless You! I help all who want HELP! If in pain call NOW!
Let Me Help, You Help Yourself ! Dr. Grenan, ,Christian, was raised in inner City Detroit by a dad who abused me mentally & physically. . My grandparents, mom & God saved my life. I am the first person in my family to attend college MSU ,as a father of 5 children, I had 4th stage colon cancer, a 4 month coma & DIED! God may have planned for my struggles to help me be a good therapist who understands & helps people in pain. I also have a PhD in Hypnotherapy, a sliding pay scale and give a free 15 minute consult. Email me at: jackgrenan@netscape.net or call 616-414-7246. God Bless You! I help all who want HELP! If in pain call NOW!
Theresa Fry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Hi! Thank you for looking over my page! I enjoy working with teens and adults and have over 20 years of experience. My greatest passion lies in working on relationships: the relationship you have with yourself and the relationships you have with those around you. For younger clients, it is to bring more self-awareness into their frame of reference. My ideal client participates in the session. Tell me your thoughts on our progress, on how we do things, on your goals. If you're unsure, I'll start, and we can adjust as we go. Welcome to YOUR team. You're the captain and the one who makes the decisions.
Hi! Thank you for looking over my page! I enjoy working with teens and adults and have over 20 years of experience. My greatest passion lies in working on relationships: the relationship you have with yourself and the relationships you have with those around you. For younger clients, it is to bring more self-awareness into their frame of reference. My ideal client participates in the session. Tell me your thoughts on our progress, on how we do things, on your goals. If you're unsure, I'll start, and we can adjust as we go. Welcome to YOUR team. You're the captain and the one who makes the decisions.
Upward Spiral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Hillsdale, MI 49242
In seeking therapeutic support, your body has already begun the healing process, and I hope you realize how courageous it was for you to take this first step. You have the innate wisdom and strength to overcome your struggles, but you might need someone to walk alongside you on your journey. This is where I come in: I specialize in counseling adult and teen women, but I help people of all ages navigate their way through their inner and outer worlds, empowering them to meet whatever comes their way to make the choices that are right for them.
In seeking therapeutic support, your body has already begun the healing process, and I hope you realize how courageous it was for you to take this first step. You have the innate wisdom and strength to overcome your struggles, but you might need someone to walk alongside you on your journey. This is where I come in: I specialize in counseling adult and teen women, but I help people of all ages navigate their way through their inner and outer worlds, empowering them to meet whatever comes their way to make the choices that are right for them.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.