Marriage Counseling Therapists in Bellaire, MI

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Stephanie Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with individuals, families and couples.
My main area of interest is to help individuals adult family members and couples have more positive relationships with themselves and with others in their lives. I especially like working with other therapists and/or people who work in helping professions including teachers, because I am passionate about helping helpers connect to their own needs.
I enjoy working with individuals, families and couples.
My main area of interest is to help individuals adult family members and couples have more positive relationships with themselves and with others in their lives. I especially like working with other therapists and/or people who work in helping professions including teachers, because I am passionate about helping helpers connect to their own needs.
(773) 382-1496 View (773) 382-1496
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Jill Valliere
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Serves Area
At Pyramid of Hope Counseling, LLC my goal is provide the best mental health services for individuals, couples and families in Northern Michigan.
Working as a medical profession since early adolescence, I have developed an expertise & ease counseling individuals with Acute/Chronic Physical & Mental illness and Crisis/Trauma Management. As a Facilitator of Prepare & Enrich & trained in Gottman's methodology, I provide individuals/ couples strategies to grow, strengthen and foster health relationships.
At Pyramid of Hope Counseling, LLC my goal is provide the best mental health services for individuals, couples and families in Northern Michigan.
Working as a medical profession since early adolescence, I have developed an expertise & ease counseling individuals with Acute/Chronic Physical & Mental illness and Crisis/Trauma Management. As a Facilitator of Prepare & Enrich & trained in Gottman's methodology, I provide individuals/ couples strategies to grow, strengthen and foster health relationships.
(231) 881-5001 View (231) 881-5001

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Kelly D. Daunter
Psychologist, PsyD
Serves Area
I provide therapy with individuals, couples, and families surrounding a variety of issues including but not limited to communication and relationship dynamics, stress management, depression, anxiety, and anger as well as grief and loss, substance use, eating disorders, and educational and occupational challenges.
I particularly enjoy training clients in meditation and mindfulness along with a variety of other stress management tools. Helping clients achieve balance and find ways to better manage their stressors is rewarding and a valuable piece of what I do.
I provide therapy with individuals, couples, and families surrounding a variety of issues including but not limited to communication and relationship dynamics, stress management, depression, anxiety, and anger as well as grief and loss, substance use, eating disorders, and educational and occupational challenges.
I particularly enjoy training clients in meditation and mindfulness along with a variety of other stress management tools. Helping clients achieve balance and find ways to better manage their stressors is rewarding and a valuable piece of what I do.
(231) 570-8186 View (231) 570-8186
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Mental Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MHP
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! My ideal client is someone who is struggling with anxiety/depression or both. Trauma is also one of my specialties. My client wants to get to a place where he or she can be comfortable with themself and recognizes they are not living their best life. They are ready to delve into their past & present and are ready to divulge that which is preventing or getting in the way of experiencing life to the fullest. Be ready to reacquaint yourself with yourself, let go of crippling fear and gain self confidence that has been lost. I am ready to help you. Are you ready to help yourself?
Hi! My ideal client is someone who is struggling with anxiety/depression or both. Trauma is also one of my specialties. My client wants to get to a place where he or she can be comfortable with themself and recognizes they are not living their best life. They are ready to delve into their past & present and are ready to divulge that which is preventing or getting in the way of experiencing life to the fullest. Be ready to reacquaint yourself with yourself, let go of crippling fear and gain self confidence that has been lost. I am ready to help you. Are you ready to help yourself?
(231) 444-5257 View (231) 444-5257
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Caitlin Braxton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Online Only
It’s no small feat to ask for help, and finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. You should feel proud of yourself for taking this first step toward healing and growth. I believe therapy works best when it’s the right fit. I aim to build a relationship rooted in trust, empathy, and a shared commitment to your goals. Sessions are a space just for you, a place where your needs are prioritized and your experiences are met with unconditional support and encouragement. Together, we’ll explore where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there.
It’s no small feat to ask for help, and finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. You should feel proud of yourself for taking this first step toward healing and growth. I believe therapy works best when it’s the right fit. I aim to build a relationship rooted in trust, empathy, and a shared commitment to your goals. Sessions are a space just for you, a place where your needs are prioritized and your experiences are met with unconditional support and encouragement. Together, we’ll explore where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there.
(231) 300-9568 View (231) 300-9568
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Cathryn J Schuil
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Schuil offers professional counseling services for individuals, families, and couples who seek emotional equilibrium during life's inevitable changes and challenges.
Ms. Schuil operates from a strength-based perspective that recognizes her client's ability to be more than the sum of past or presenting issues. With an eye toward potentiality and possibility, Ms. Schuil is an astute guide in her client's quest for clarity, self-empowerment, and personal awareness.
Schuil offers professional counseling services for individuals, families, and couples who seek emotional equilibrium during life's inevitable changes and challenges.
Ms. Schuil operates from a strength-based perspective that recognizes her client's ability to be more than the sum of past or presenting issues. With an eye toward potentiality and possibility, Ms. Schuil is an astute guide in her client's quest for clarity, self-empowerment, and personal awareness.
(231) 760-8938 View (231) 760-8938
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Dr. Maristela C. Zell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Traverse City, MI 49686
With over 30 years of combined experience as a psychotherapist, healer, and educator, I work with children, adults, families, and couples.
Nearly every action requires a leap of faith, which can trigger fear and self-doubt, sometimes bruising our fragile sense of self. Yet, I firmly believe that we possess the remarkable ability to navigate the complexities of the mind, tap into the wisdom of the body, and harness the courage of our hearts. This capacity enables us to regain clarity during times of hurt, dissatisfaction, or uncertainty about making changes in our lives. Although suffering may leave us feeling hopeless and disconnected, it also reveals our true potential to face life’s multifaceted realities and seek new opportunities for growth and healing.
With over 30 years of combined experience as a psychotherapist, healer, and educator, I work with children, adults, families, and couples.
Nearly every action requires a leap of faith, which can trigger fear and self-doubt, sometimes bruising our fragile sense of self. Yet, I firmly believe that we possess the remarkable ability to navigate the complexities of the mind, tap into the wisdom of the body, and harness the courage of our hearts. This capacity enables us to regain clarity during times of hurt, dissatisfaction, or uncertainty about making changes in our lives. Although suffering may leave us feeling hopeless and disconnected, it also reveals our true potential to face life’s multifaceted realities and seek new opportunities for growth and healing.
(231) 432-7087 View (231) 432-7087
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Courtney Biggar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
I am a clinical social worker supporting adolescents and families in school and community settings. As a school social worker, I provide counseling, crisis support, and collaborate with families and educators to promote student well-being. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions while building resilience and healthy coping skills. I value creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered, using a strengths-based, collaborative approach to foster meaningful growth.
I am a clinical social worker supporting adolescents and families in school and community settings. As a school social worker, I provide counseling, crisis support, and collaborate with families and educators to promote student well-being. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions while building resilience and healthy coping skills. I value creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered, using a strengths-based, collaborative approach to foster meaningful growth.
(231) 599-9237 View (231) 599-9237
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Bridget M Callaghan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Traverse City, MI 49684
I am a trained couples therapist and see couples on a limited basis.
I am dedicated to helping others navigate their complex and uncomfortable emotions and behaviors. At the core of therapy is change. Change itself can be scary, exciting and challenging. We will get through it together.
I am a trained couples therapist and see couples on a limited basis.
I am dedicated to helping others navigate their complex and uncomfortable emotions and behaviors. At the core of therapy is change. Change itself can be scary, exciting and challenging. We will get through it together.
(231) 244-9672 View (231) 244-9672
Photo of Ksenia Fairchild - Short- and longer-term counseling, Counselor, LPC
I consult men, women who have relationships with them, and couples experiencing a wide variety of concerns: from communication impasses and mismatched sexual desire, to chronic and intense conflict, difficulties with managing extended family, and betrayal of trust.
You will look at the ways that you've adjusted to each other that leave you disheartened and despairing, and will practice more adaptive strategies of being a couple. I strive to remain neutral, not favoring either partner, as my interest and focus is on the relationship, its dynamics and potential. Short- and long-term counseling is offered.
I consult men, women who have relationships with them, and couples experiencing a wide variety of concerns: from communication impasses and mismatched sexual desire, to chronic and intense conflict, difficulties with managing extended family, and betrayal of trust.
You will look at the ways that you've adjusted to each other that leave you disheartened and despairing, and will practice more adaptive strategies of being a couple. I strive to remain neutral, not favoring either partner, as my interest and focus is on the relationship, its dynamics and potential. Short- and long-term counseling is offered.
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Julie Monan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns they can’t seem to change—whether that shows up in relationships, anxiety, or emotional reactivity.
My work is relational, integrating EMDR to help process the experiences that shape how you think, feel, and respond. Therapy with me is about understanding the patterns beneath the surface and helping those patterns shift at their root. I have spent the past several years deepening my work through EMDR training and consultation, including couples EMDR.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns they can’t seem to change—whether that shows up in relationships, anxiety, or emotional reactivity.
My work is relational, integrating EMDR to help process the experiences that shape how you think, feel, and respond. Therapy with me is about understanding the patterns beneath the surface and helping those patterns shift at their root. I have spent the past several years deepening my work through EMDR training and consultation, including couples EMDR.
(231) 201-3471 View (231) 201-3471
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Kayla Nachazel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My passion as an LLMSW include helping adults, couples, and older teens, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, pre and postpartum challenges, relational challenges, and various life obstacles.
My approach is united, centered, kind, and direct. In order to achieve one's maximum potential, we must not only do the work together, but YOU must be willing to do the work and make changes individually. I utilize several different modalities based on client need. I look forward to assisting you in your endeavor of forging your best self and life.
My passion as an LLMSW include helping adults, couples, and older teens, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, pre and postpartum challenges, relational challenges, and various life obstacles.
My approach is united, centered, kind, and direct. In order to achieve one's maximum potential, we must not only do the work together, but YOU must be willing to do the work and make changes individually. I utilize several different modalities based on client need. I look forward to assisting you in your endeavor of forging your best self and life.
(231) 412-9346 View (231) 412-9346
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Stacey R. Krause
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, GC-C, CCATP, CCTP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I have been working with individuals and couples for 27 years.
I believe everyone deserves to be listened to, heard and respected as individuals. I use humor (as appropriate), compassion and empathy when dealing with individuals and couples. Therapy can be a very scary first step. My goal is to make your experience fulfilling, comfortable and safe. Let me help you.
I have been working with individuals and couples for 27 years.
I believe everyone deserves to be listened to, heard and respected as individuals. I use humor (as appropriate), compassion and empathy when dealing with individuals and couples. Therapy can be a very scary first step. My goal is to make your experience fulfilling, comfortable and safe. Let me help you.
(586) 400-1506 View (586) 400-1506
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Kelly Kieft
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LLMFT
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Whether you're an individual who wants to better understand your relationship to anxiety, depression, a harsh inner critic, or a couple who wants to develop deeper relational connection and intimacy; we work together to understand the root of the problem.
In my practice, I offer a heartfelt, empathic and grounded space for you to explore your experiences. My approach is deeply relational. I bring my curiosity, sensitivity, and a sense of levity and playfulness to the work. In addition to weekly therapy, I also offer couples therapy intensives for those who are looking for concentrated healing and growth.
Whether you're an individual who wants to better understand your relationship to anxiety, depression, a harsh inner critic, or a couple who wants to develop deeper relational connection and intimacy; we work together to understand the root of the problem.
In my practice, I offer a heartfelt, empathic and grounded space for you to explore your experiences. My approach is deeply relational. I bring my curiosity, sensitivity, and a sense of levity and playfulness to the work. In addition to weekly therapy, I also offer couples therapy intensives for those who are looking for concentrated healing and growth.
(616) 537-6595 View (616) 537-6595
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Matthew Zerilli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CADC
Traverse City, MI 49686
I am a clinical therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful and lasting change. My work focuses on supporting clients by identifying their strengths and helping them build skills to achieve their goals. I provide therapy for individuals and families using a variety of evidence based practices to address complex behavioral and emotional concerns. My experience includes working with clients both in-person and virtually, supporting individuals and families in crisis, and collaborating with a network of local support resources.
I am a clinical therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful and lasting change. My work focuses on supporting clients by identifying their strengths and helping them build skills to achieve their goals. I provide therapy for individuals and families using a variety of evidence based practices to address complex behavioral and emotional concerns. My experience includes working with clients both in-person and virtually, supporting individuals and families in crisis, and collaborating with a network of local support resources.
(231) 440-9447 View (231) 440-9447
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Heather Marie Pineda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
I’m so glad you’re here, maybe life feels heavy right now, or perhaps you’re stuck in a cycle that no longer serves you. Think of therapy as an opportunity to rewrite your story, discover hidden strengths, and design a life that feels true to who you are.
I’m so glad you’re here, maybe life feels heavy right now, or perhaps you’re stuck in a cycle that no longer serves you. Think of therapy as an opportunity to rewrite your story, discover hidden strengths, and design a life that feels true to who you are.
(231) 272-6394 View (231) 272-6394
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Danielle Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, LMSW, SSW
3 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
My work as a therapist is grounded in the core values of human relationships, dignity and worth of the person, human and cultural diversity, social justice and advocacy, and community mental health. I offer goal oriented and person-centered therapy individualized to client's expressive nature. I work with clients who would like to challenge their growth and get to know themselves in order become a better version of who they are. I believe that each of us has a life path and holds the capacity to authentically contribute to our world in a unique & positive manner.
My work as a therapist is grounded in the core values of human relationships, dignity and worth of the person, human and cultural diversity, social justice and advocacy, and community mental health. I offer goal oriented and person-centered therapy individualized to client's expressive nature. I work with clients who would like to challenge their growth and get to know themselves in order become a better version of who they are. I believe that each of us has a life path and holds the capacity to authentically contribute to our world in a unique & positive manner.
(231) 262-5629 View (231) 262-5629
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Alyssa Hanbury
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Traverse City, MI 49686
I enjoy working with couples and individuals to offer a safe place to discuss hard topics.
We were not meant to live our lives alone (or feel alone in a marriage). It is my passion to walk alongside my clients to pursue a positive outlook for the future ahead. As a member of the Great Lakes Psychology Group network, you can book an appointment with me instantly by clicking on the ‘my website’ button, where you’ll find my up-to-date calendar.
I enjoy working with couples and individuals to offer a safe place to discuss hard topics.
We were not meant to live our lives alone (or feel alone in a marriage). It is my passion to walk alongside my clients to pursue a positive outlook for the future ahead. As a member of the Great Lakes Psychology Group network, you can book an appointment with me instantly by clicking on the ‘my website’ button, where you’ll find my up-to-date calendar.
(231) 559-3638 View (231) 559-3638
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Courtney Duplantis Norman
Pre-Licensed Professional, Intern
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am supervised by Jean Moree, LPC, NCC, CCTSI, a licensed clinician with over 16 years of experience specializing in anxiety, trauma, & couples.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy can offer a supportive space to better understand what you’re experiencing, gain clarity, and begin making meaningful changes at a pace that feels right for you. Many people come to counseling carrying stress, painful emotions, or patterns that no longer serve them. Together, we can gently examine what feels heavy, identify patterns contributing to distress, and explore what you would like to experience differently in your life.
I am supervised by Jean Moree, LPC, NCC, CCTSI, a licensed clinician with over 16 years of experience specializing in anxiety, trauma, & couples.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy can offer a supportive space to better understand what you’re experiencing, gain clarity, and begin making meaningful changes at a pace that feels right for you. Many people come to counseling carrying stress, painful emotions, or patterns that no longer serve them. Together, we can gently examine what feels heavy, identify patterns contributing to distress, and explore what you would like to experience differently in your life.
(231) 412-3603 View (231) 412-3603
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Lauren Schlueter
Counselor, MA, LLPC, NCC
Serves Area
Welcome! You're in the right place. Throughout our lives, we're learning from our relationships how to feel safe and loved. We feel the effects both in our relationships and our world, sometimes resulting in stress, pain and shame. I believe that authentic, compassionate connection can begin to restore the feeling of safety needed for self-actualization. My goal is to provide a warm and grounding space for you to set down all that you carry and turn towards it with the kindness that you deserve.
Welcome! You're in the right place. Throughout our lives, we're learning from our relationships how to feel safe and loved. We feel the effects both in our relationships and our world, sometimes resulting in stress, pain and shame. I believe that authentic, compassionate connection can begin to restore the feeling of safety needed for self-actualization. My goal is to provide a warm and grounding space for you to set down all that you carry and turn towards it with the kindness that you deserve.
(231) 440-2617 View (231) 440-2617
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.