Spirituality Therapists in Allegan County, MI
My area of expertise is working with those who struggle with addictions, spirituality, trauma, depression and anxiety.
If you are struggling, take the first step and reach out for help. Having someone to talk to who is unbias and understanding is key to overall happiness and health.
My area of expertise is working with those who struggle with addictions, spirituality, trauma, depression and anxiety.
If you are struggling, take the first step and reach out for help. Having someone to talk to who is unbias and understanding is key to overall happiness and health.
I welcome diversity in gender, culture and spirituality.
If you are looking for a non-judgmental therapist who will provide insight into your own self-awareness, then I welcome your call. I guide my clients in an environment that assists you in connecting to your inner guidance system. My intention is to support your success in all areas of your life. I am licensed and experienced in clinical social work and qualified in psychotherapy. I am certified in life coaching, Imago couples and relationship counseling. Imago couples’ therapy has proven to be one of the most successful avenues for positive results for couples. Please contact me to learn more.
I welcome diversity in gender, culture and spirituality.
If you are looking for a non-judgmental therapist who will provide insight into your own self-awareness, then I welcome your call. I guide my clients in an environment that assists you in connecting to your inner guidance system. My intention is to support your success in all areas of your life. I am licensed and experienced in clinical social work and qualified in psychotherapy. I am certified in life coaching, Imago couples and relationship counseling. Imago couples’ therapy has proven to be one of the most successful avenues for positive results for couples. Please contact me to learn more.
I have experience working with individuals of all ages dealing with a variety of needs (trauma, mental illness, major neurocognitive disorders, comorbidity, navigating child welfare, grief & loss, postpartum, chronic illness, substance use, spirituality, etc.).
Hello! I'm so glad you're here! I have always had a desire to serve others and to walk alongside them in their highs and lows. I'm here to celebrate the good things, sit with you in the dark times, and meet you wherever you're at that day. My therapeutic style is warm and sincere, but I will also encourage you to achieve your goals. I am passionate about serving others in a holistic and healing environment. Additionally, I enjoy using humor as I find laughter to be one of the best types of medicine!
I have experience working with individuals of all ages dealing with a variety of needs (trauma, mental illness, major neurocognitive disorders, comorbidity, navigating child welfare, grief & loss, postpartum, chronic illness, substance use, spirituality, etc.).
Hello! I'm so glad you're here! I have always had a desire to serve others and to walk alongside them in their highs and lows. I'm here to celebrate the good things, sit with you in the dark times, and meet you wherever you're at that day. My therapeutic style is warm and sincere, but I will also encourage you to achieve your goals. I am passionate about serving others in a holistic and healing environment. Additionally, I enjoy using humor as I find laughter to be one of the best types of medicine!
And I have a heart for journeying with individual's who are grieving and those who are struggling with questions of identity and spirituality.
So often, in order to survive, we do whatever we can to put one foot in front of the other. Eventually, though, the old ways of dealing with our wounds don't work anymore. Whether it's a panic attack, a pornography addiction, disorienting depression, or the overwhelming flashback of previous abuse, we can no longer deny our pain.
And I have a heart for journeying with individual's who are grieving and those who are struggling with questions of identity and spirituality.
So often, in order to survive, we do whatever we can to put one foot in front of the other. Eventually, though, the old ways of dealing with our wounds don't work anymore. Whether it's a panic attack, a pornography addiction, disorienting depression, or the overwhelming flashback of previous abuse, we can no longer deny our pain.
My goal is to create space for you to experience the freedom that comes with the challenging work of growth and healing. Whether you are a new mother in need of a place to sit with a cup of coffee and feel supported through postpartum adjustment; a parent who longs to help their child cope with trauma, or if you are ready to heal from trauma of your own, my door is open. It is my sincere honor to come alongside you as you take this courageous step toward tangible and positive life change.
My goal is to create space for you to experience the freedom that comes with the challenging work of growth and healing. Whether you are a new mother in need of a place to sit with a cup of coffee and feel supported through postpartum adjustment; a parent who longs to help their child cope with trauma, or if you are ready to heal from trauma of your own, my door is open. It is my sincere honor to come alongside you as you take this courageous step toward tangible and positive life change.
I believe that we all find ourselves in stuck places throughout our lives with confusion and overwhelm about where to go and what to do next. It is even more challenging when we are isolated in these places, not knowing who to trust or who will show up for us. This is where counseling comes in as a compassionate space that encourages the person to keep going and to know themselves more deeply in the process.
I believe that we all find ourselves in stuck places throughout our lives with confusion and overwhelm about where to go and what to do next. It is even more challenging when we are isolated in these places, not knowing who to trust or who will show up for us. This is where counseling comes in as a compassionate space that encourages the person to keep going and to know themselves more deeply in the process.
Sara A. Showalter Van Tongeren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, BSP
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Life brings many changing seasons that present new challenges and struggles. Throughout the seasons of life, you can find meaning and hope. People who decide to reach out and seek to find meaning and hope are courageous. It can be difficult to be honest and look at your life's path; however, I am continually amazed at each client's strength and desire for freedom in their life. I thoroughly enjoy providing additional support that can meet each client's needs. I primarily work with female-identifying adults who are wanting to rediscover their identity and increase their own sense of empowerment.
Life brings many changing seasons that present new challenges and struggles. Throughout the seasons of life, you can find meaning and hope. People who decide to reach out and seek to find meaning and hope are courageous. It can be difficult to be honest and look at your life's path; however, I am continually amazed at each client's strength and desire for freedom in their life. I thoroughly enjoy providing additional support that can meet each client's needs. I primarily work with female-identifying adults who are wanting to rediscover their identity and increase their own sense of empowerment.
I am a firm believer that we are not meant to do life alone. It is my hope that I can be one of the people in your life who can offer you the support you need to succeed. Whether you’re facing a major life transition, grieving the loss of a life or a relationship, dealing with family conflict, or navigating one of the many other life challenges we face as humans - my door is open to you.
I am a firm believer that we are not meant to do life alone. It is my hope that I can be one of the people in your life who can offer you the support you need to succeed. Whether you’re facing a major life transition, grieving the loss of a life or a relationship, dealing with family conflict, or navigating one of the many other life challenges we face as humans - my door is open to you.
Many women and moms go through times in her life when she may asks herself, "Is this my life?" Where the many hats she wears seem to overwhelm her true, beautiful essence. Can you relate? To having a sense that life is taking you for a ride instead of you being the driver! When past dreams and ideals seem far away or nonexistent.
Many women and moms go through times in her life when she may asks herself, "Is this my life?" Where the many hats she wears seem to overwhelm her true, beautiful essence. Can you relate? To having a sense that life is taking you for a ride instead of you being the driver! When past dreams and ideals seem far away or nonexistent.
My primary goal in therapy is to create a nonjudgmental, safe space for expressing feelings and emotions. I am deeply committed to helping children aged 8 and older with issues related to school, peers, anxiety, executive functioning, and self-esteem. Additionally, I enjoy supporting teens and young adults as they navigate life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My approach is warm and compassionate, focusing on engaging children creatively to foster enthusiasm and interest in their therapeutic journey.
My primary goal in therapy is to create a nonjudgmental, safe space for expressing feelings and emotions. I am deeply committed to helping children aged 8 and older with issues related to school, peers, anxiety, executive functioning, and self-esteem. Additionally, I enjoy supporting teens and young adults as they navigate life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My approach is warm and compassionate, focusing on engaging children creatively to foster enthusiasm and interest in their therapeutic journey.
Do you want to find true happiness and have healthy relationships? I can help you get there. I work with individuals and couples who are having difficulty maneuvering through life changes to help them achieve the life they envision. Together, we work on issues surrounding anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and outside pressures from society, family, culture, media and more. Therapy is a powerful tool that has the potential to change your life in profound and lasting ways. If you don't like the road you're walking, let's pave a new one together!
Do you want to find true happiness and have healthy relationships? I can help you get there. I work with individuals and couples who are having difficulty maneuvering through life changes to help them achieve the life they envision. Together, we work on issues surrounding anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and outside pressures from society, family, culture, media and more. Therapy is a powerful tool that has the potential to change your life in profound and lasting ways. If you don't like the road you're walking, let's pave a new one together!
When things are especially stressful or overwhelming therapy can be a good resource. I am trained to assist as you make significant decisions or figure out how to proceed. Typically I help people with relationship or family matters, depression and anxiety, loss of a loved one, unexpected circumstances, and matters of personal growth or change.
When things are especially stressful or overwhelming therapy can be a good resource. I am trained to assist as you make significant decisions or figure out how to proceed. Typically I help people with relationship or family matters, depression and anxiety, loss of a loved one, unexpected circumstances, and matters of personal growth or change.
If you are a person living with anxiety, depression, or a history of trauma, you will benefit from my unique holistic approach. I offer a client centered, empowering, and collaborative approach. We can explore early life experiences, or current circumstances that may impact your sense of wellbeing, and work together to develop new coping skills, and self-care tools. I will be present with you in the process of therapy, respect where you are, and focus on your goals. I offer a compassionate, and safe space, to explore growth, healing, and new ways of navigating life.
If you are a person living with anxiety, depression, or a history of trauma, you will benefit from my unique holistic approach. I offer a client centered, empowering, and collaborative approach. We can explore early life experiences, or current circumstances that may impact your sense of wellbeing, and work together to develop new coping skills, and self-care tools. I will be present with you in the process of therapy, respect where you are, and focus on your goals. I offer a compassionate, and safe space, to explore growth, healing, and new ways of navigating life.
I have a total of 17 years experience in the following areas: mental health counseling, school counseling, spiritual health counseling, and understanding parenting/caregiving. I think therapy can be beneficial to everyone and that every person has unique gifts and potential. I like to give every individual, couple, and family a safe, nonjudgmental, and caring place to talk. Despite pain, unfairness, stress, and hardship I have seen people develop hope, resilience, healthy coping strategies, and post traumatic growth. Feel free to call with questions or to make an appointment.
I have a total of 17 years experience in the following areas: mental health counseling, school counseling, spiritual health counseling, and understanding parenting/caregiving. I think therapy can be beneficial to everyone and that every person has unique gifts and potential. I like to give every individual, couple, and family a safe, nonjudgmental, and caring place to talk. Despite pain, unfairness, stress, and hardship I have seen people develop hope, resilience, healthy coping strategies, and post traumatic growth. Feel free to call with questions or to make an appointment.
I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have worked in mental health and addictions for 23 years. I have specialized training in the area of trauma and provide EMDR treatment.
I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have worked in mental health and addictions for 23 years. I have specialized training in the area of trauma and provide EMDR treatment.
Hey there, I'm really glad you're here. Let me tell you a bit about why therapy is so meaningful to me. I began my own journey into therapy when I was younger, facing similar struggles to what you might be experiencing now. It wasn't easy, but therapy became my anchor during those tough times. It showed me that even in the midst of darkness, there's hope and room for joy. Now, I'm here to offer you that same support and guidance. If you're ready to take that step, I'm here to walk alongside you, helping you find the tools you need to feel better.
Hey there, I'm really glad you're here. Let me tell you a bit about why therapy is so meaningful to me. I began my own journey into therapy when I was younger, facing similar struggles to what you might be experiencing now. It wasn't easy, but therapy became my anchor during those tough times. It showed me that even in the midst of darkness, there's hope and room for joy. Now, I'm here to offer you that same support and guidance. If you're ready to take that step, I'm here to walk alongside you, helping you find the tools you need to feel better.
We all have a story with seasons of strength and suffering, and you deserve a safe and non-judgmental place to share yours. In the midst of affliction, one’s internal experiences may feel chaotic and overwhelming. I have experience in working with clients who are on a healing journey through trauma, anxiety, depression, and spiritual struggles. I love to work with clients who are ready to take back their lives through exploration, investigation, practice, and reflection. I believe in treating through getting to the root of what has clients stuck, and I appreciate clients who are committed to themselves and their growth
We all have a story with seasons of strength and suffering, and you deserve a safe and non-judgmental place to share yours. In the midst of affliction, one’s internal experiences may feel chaotic and overwhelming. I have experience in working with clients who are on a healing journey through trauma, anxiety, depression, and spiritual struggles. I love to work with clients who are ready to take back their lives through exploration, investigation, practice, and reflection. I believe in treating through getting to the root of what has clients stuck, and I appreciate clients who are committed to themselves and their growth
I offer virtual therapy and in person in Allegan, Jenison, and Holland, MI. I am passionate about working alongside children, adolescents, and young adults struggling through depression, anxiety, difficult life stressors, and low self esteem. My passion as a therapist comes from a desire to help each client feel empowered to share their unique story and voice with the world. I create a safe space to navigate challenges, build coping skills, and ultimately, take control of your life and your story.
I offer virtual therapy and in person in Allegan, Jenison, and Holland, MI. I am passionate about working alongside children, adolescents, and young adults struggling through depression, anxiety, difficult life stressors, and low self esteem. My passion as a therapist comes from a desire to help each client feel empowered to share their unique story and voice with the world. I create a safe space to navigate challenges, build coping skills, and ultimately, take control of your life and your story.
Are you navigating the aftermath of trauma, seeking to understand your neurodivergence, or struggling with the unique challenges that women often face in today's world? I offer a compassionate and individualized approach to therapy, helping you uncover the tools you need to heal, grow, and thrive. As a clinical social worker with years of experience, I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma and those who identify as neurodivergent. I understand that each person’s story is unique, and my goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can explore your experiences and work together to create change.
Are you navigating the aftermath of trauma, seeking to understand your neurodivergence, or struggling with the unique challenges that women often face in today's world? I offer a compassionate and individualized approach to therapy, helping you uncover the tools you need to heal, grow, and thrive. As a clinical social worker with years of experience, I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma and those who identify as neurodivergent. I understand that each person’s story is unique, and my goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can explore your experiences and work together to create change.
Is a part of you feeling ready to engage in therapy but another part of you is anxious at the thought of becoming vulnerable? Or maybe there is a different part of you feeling hopeless, depressed, and wondering “Why even bother?” I will walk alongside you to assess the inner conflicts that may be present. Sometimes, the “inner conflict” happening is between these “parts.”
Is a part of you feeling ready to engage in therapy but another part of you is anxious at the thought of becoming vulnerable? Or maybe there is a different part of you feeling hopeless, depressed, and wondering “Why even bother?” I will walk alongside you to assess the inner conflicts that may be present. Sometimes, the “inner conflict” happening is between these “parts.”
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Spirituality Therapists
What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.