Female Therapists in Benzie County, MI
Are you going through something that you could use a little help with right now? Stress, anxiety, relationship issues or just need someone to help you problem-solve...if so, you've come to the right person. Life provides plenty of opportunities for blessings, or lessons, and sometimes it helps to have someone to process those lessons with. Navigating the darker side of life, the difficult times is not easy but if you're willing to be open there is help out there to get through them stronger and wiser. Counseling isn't a quick fix, it's a learning process and it can really help. Reach out if you think you'd like to talk.
Are you going through something that you could use a little help with right now? Stress, anxiety, relationship issues or just need someone to help you problem-solve...if so, you've come to the right person. Life provides plenty of opportunities for blessings, or lessons, and sometimes it helps to have someone to process those lessons with. Navigating the darker side of life, the difficult times is not easy but if you're willing to be open there is help out there to get through them stronger and wiser. Counseling isn't a quick fix, it's a learning process and it can really help. Reach out if you think you'd like to talk.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of individuals who have faced various forms of trauma, from the subtle to the profound. My mission as a clinical social worker is to create a safe and nurturing space where healing can flourish, empowering my clients to overcome the emotional scars that trauma can leave behind. I understand that healing is a unique and deeply personal journey, and I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the individual needs of each client, fostering resilience and supporting healing from within.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of individuals who have faced various forms of trauma, from the subtle to the profound. My mission as a clinical social worker is to create a safe and nurturing space where healing can flourish, empowering my clients to overcome the emotional scars that trauma can leave behind. I understand that healing is a unique and deeply personal journey, and I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the individual needs of each client, fostering resilience and supporting healing from within.
Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt unworthy, unlovable, filled with self judgement, fear and anxiety? When no matter what you tried--new job, new town, new relationship; long lasting satisfaction eluded you. Perhaps you’re feeling that way now? Allow me to assist you on your journey to gain access to the emotional wellness you are seeking. I offer understanding and compassion to guide you beyond the places you are stuck. You deserve to live your life to the fullest and not allow new or longstanding emotional issues to keep you from reaching your full potential and becoming the person you want to be.
Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt unworthy, unlovable, filled with self judgement, fear and anxiety? When no matter what you tried--new job, new town, new relationship; long lasting satisfaction eluded you. Perhaps you’re feeling that way now? Allow me to assist you on your journey to gain access to the emotional wellness you are seeking. I offer understanding and compassion to guide you beyond the places you are stuck. You deserve to live your life to the fullest and not allow new or longstanding emotional issues to keep you from reaching your full potential and becoming the person you want to be.
As a mental health therapist with over ten years of experience, I offer outpatient therapy services to children, families and women.
Life can just be downright hard as we are thrown challenges that we must maneuver in life. Discovering the source of the challenge and recognizing it is the first step. Then the journey begins. I like to refer to the journey as a river. Life can be smooth at times and calm and peaceful, but at other times you may feel like you are on a whitewater rapid. It is in those times, when you may feel like you are losing control that it is helpful to have someone help you navigate the waters. Together we can create a plan to break down barriers, maneuver the rapids or high current times and strive to meet the desired outcome.
As a mental health therapist with over ten years of experience, I offer outpatient therapy services to children, families and women.
Life can just be downright hard as we are thrown challenges that we must maneuver in life. Discovering the source of the challenge and recognizing it is the first step. Then the journey begins. I like to refer to the journey as a river. Life can be smooth at times and calm and peaceful, but at other times you may feel like you are on a whitewater rapid. It is in those times, when you may feel like you are losing control that it is helpful to have someone help you navigate the waters. Together we can create a plan to break down barriers, maneuver the rapids or high current times and strive to meet the desired outcome.
Heather Kline Schaffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MEd, LPC, NCC, ERYT500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, MI 49635
Dr. Kline Schaffer has been recognized twice in the last decade by U.S. Congressman for her work with individuals, families, and groups coping through transitions, trauma & grief. She currently takes referrals for children, adults, couples, families, and groups; she has embraced serving others in full-time private practice since 2008. She supports clients with a holistic approach utilizing the best practices of Functional & Integrative Medicine, personalizing each treatment plan & working at the individuals pace to facilitate their best life! www.fernviewcenterforwellbeing.com
Dr. Kline Schaffer has been recognized twice in the last decade by U.S. Congressman for her work with individuals, families, and groups coping through transitions, trauma & grief. She currently takes referrals for children, adults, couples, families, and groups; she has embraced serving others in full-time private practice since 2008. She supports clients with a holistic approach utilizing the best practices of Functional & Integrative Medicine, personalizing each treatment plan & working at the individuals pace to facilitate their best life! www.fernviewcenterforwellbeing.com
I believe in the power of evidence-based treatments to help individuals, couples, and families overcome challenges and achieve positive change. I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, valuing each client's unique strengths and experiences. I believe in the importance of creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors without judgment. I am committed to providing high-quality and culturally sensitive care, and empowering clients to enhance their coping skills and strategies to promote healthy functioning and overall well-being.
I believe in the power of evidence-based treatments to help individuals, couples, and families overcome challenges and achieve positive change. I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, valuing each client's unique strengths and experiences. I believe in the importance of creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors without judgment. I am committed to providing high-quality and culturally sensitive care, and empowering clients to enhance their coping skills and strategies to promote healthy functioning and overall well-being.
Good therapy can produce long lasting life changes. Although shifts in behavior and emotions can take time, even in the short term there can be immediate relief. I see the relationship between the patient and therapist as central to a positive outcome. Although we are all infinitely diverse and complex, collectively we seek to be understood. I listen with curiosity and empathy to understand each individual's unique experience. In treatment I create an atmosphere of trust where together we can identify your strengths, find practical solutions to problems and unfold underlying vulnerabilities that are obstacles to your experience of a rich and fulfilling life.
Good therapy can produce long lasting life changes. Although shifts in behavior and emotions can take time, even in the short term there can be immediate relief. I see the relationship between the patient and therapist as central to a positive outcome. Although we are all infinitely diverse and complex, collectively we seek to be understood. I listen with curiosity and empathy to understand each individual's unique experience. In treatment I create an atmosphere of trust where together we can identify your strengths, find practical solutions to problems and unfold underlying vulnerabilities that are obstacles to your experience of a rich and fulfilling life.
Kathryn Penfold, M.Sc, LLP
Limited Licensed Psychologist, BSW, MSc, LLP
Verified Verified
Frankfort, MI 49635
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
Dana LaCross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Benzonia, MI 49616
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is currently full. Please email me if you are interested in being on my waitlist. I love working with people who are seeking growth and self-understanding. Therapy is hard work. It pushes us to see things in new ways and to explore feelings and behavior patterns. And, hopefully, it leads to feeling healthier and more connected to ourselves, our needs, and in our relationships. I approach therapy from a holistic and integrative perspective--I believe well-being is influenced and impacted by many factors including physical health, genetics, personality, and life experiences.
My practice is currently full. Please email me if you are interested in being on my waitlist. I love working with people who are seeking growth and self-understanding. Therapy is hard work. It pushes us to see things in new ways and to explore feelings and behavior patterns. And, hopefully, it leads to feeling healthier and more connected to ourselves, our needs, and in our relationships. I approach therapy from a holistic and integrative perspective--I believe well-being is influenced and impacted by many factors including physical health, genetics, personality, and life experiences.
Whether you seek emotional relief, better relationships, personal growth, or healing, I can help you unlock your full potential and lead a more satisfying life. Clients often want to understand themselves better, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Every couple faces challenges. Do you want to be seen and struggle to get your partner’s attention? Are you tired of going around in circles when you argue or avoiding arguments or tough topics? Has the passion and romance fizzled? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by trying to live up to someone else’s standards?
Whether you seek emotional relief, better relationships, personal growth, or healing, I can help you unlock your full potential and lead a more satisfying life. Clients often want to understand themselves better, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Every couple faces challenges. Do you want to be seen and struggle to get your partner’s attention? Are you tired of going around in circles when you argue or avoiding arguments or tough topics? Has the passion and romance fizzled? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by trying to live up to someone else’s standards?
Is your child overly worried or fearful? Do you have a stressed out teen who struggles with body image and eating problems? Are you experiencing recurrent intrusive unwanted thoughts or engaging in repetitive behaviors? As a licensed clinical psychologist, I am dedicated to improving the lives of children, adolescents, and young adults with compassionate, supportive, and evidence-based therapy. Our solution-focused sessions will look at what is working well for you now and how to make changes to your thoughts, behaviors, coping skills, and relationships in order to feel better and stay better.
Is your child overly worried or fearful? Do you have a stressed out teen who struggles with body image and eating problems? Are you experiencing recurrent intrusive unwanted thoughts or engaging in repetitive behaviors? As a licensed clinical psychologist, I am dedicated to improving the lives of children, adolescents, and young adults with compassionate, supportive, and evidence-based therapy. Our solution-focused sessions will look at what is working well for you now and how to make changes to your thoughts, behaviors, coping skills, and relationships in order to feel better and stay better.
Solution Focused Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLP, LPC, LPCCS
Verified Verified
Honor, MI 49640
Heather Hoffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Benzonia, MI 49616
Not accepting new clients
Human beings are resilient. They survive unimaginable things through resourceful measures, though these can be incomprehensible to others. Sometimes, the very things people do to get through tough times can result in negative consequences (addictions, people-pleasing, perfectionism, suicidal/self-harming behaviors, procrastination). Some folks seek therapy to explore different ways of coping to decrease disruption in their lives. Some people use therapy to process events from earlier years while others focus on adjusting current behaviors. There is no wrong way on the path toward healing - it's all about learning what works for you.
Human beings are resilient. They survive unimaginable things through resourceful measures, though these can be incomprehensible to others. Sometimes, the very things people do to get through tough times can result in negative consequences (addictions, people-pleasing, perfectionism, suicidal/self-harming behaviors, procrastination). Some folks seek therapy to explore different ways of coping to decrease disruption in their lives. Some people use therapy to process events from earlier years while others focus on adjusting current behaviors. There is no wrong way on the path toward healing - it's all about learning what works for you.
Online Therapists
Courtney Whinnery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
Has your life been feeling overwhelming or discouraging? Maybe you've been feeling sad or pulled in too many directions. You might experience fear that seems to bubble up from nowhere. Maybe you're dealing with addiction or someone you love is using drugs or alcohol. You probably don't want to tell people close to you that you are struggling. These experiences can leave you feeling alone, scared and misunderstood.
Has your life been feeling overwhelming or discouraging? Maybe you've been feeling sad or pulled in too many directions. You might experience fear that seems to bubble up from nowhere. Maybe you're dealing with addiction or someone you love is using drugs or alcohol. You probably don't want to tell people close to you that you are struggling. These experiences can leave you feeling alone, scared and misunderstood.
Accepting new clients! As a mental health professional, I am here to provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic atmosphere. My goal as a counselor is to promote your sense of self-empowerment as well as help create positive change. Through evidence-based practices, I work with clients to create a strong therapeutic bond and a place to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I view vulnerability as a sign of strength and as the ability to connect to others.
Accepting new clients! As a mental health professional, I am here to provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic atmosphere. My goal as a counselor is to promote your sense of self-empowerment as well as help create positive change. Through evidence-based practices, I work with clients to create a strong therapeutic bond and a place to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I view vulnerability as a sign of strength and as the ability to connect to others.
Marne March Olli Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Gaylord, MI 49735
Marne March Olli, LLC offers counseling services to clients looking for assistance in making positive changes in response to life circumstances and improving social-emotional health. Through behavior and thought modification we can achieve more rewarding relationships, raised performance in school and/or work. as well as improvements in overall happiness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and have passed the National Counselor Exam (NCE) and have 25+ years of problem solving experience.
Marne March Olli, LLC offers counseling services to clients looking for assistance in making positive changes in response to life circumstances and improving social-emotional health. Through behavior and thought modification we can achieve more rewarding relationships, raised performance in school and/or work. as well as improvements in overall happiness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and have passed the National Counselor Exam (NCE) and have 25+ years of problem solving experience.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I specialize in providing individual therapy to adults, children, and adolescents experiencing a variety of issues, some of which include trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, domestic violence, adjustment disorders, and parent/child relational struggles. I am a believer in the power of hope, resilience, personal growth, new beginnings, and healing. Through a shared experience in the therapeutic process, it is my wish that you will find peace, intent, resolve, and the path that lights your way to discovering your authentic self.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I specialize in providing individual therapy to adults, children, and adolescents experiencing a variety of issues, some of which include trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, domestic violence, adjustment disorders, and parent/child relational struggles. I am a believer in the power of hope, resilience, personal growth, new beginnings, and healing. Through a shared experience in the therapeutic process, it is my wish that you will find peace, intent, resolve, and the path that lights your way to discovering your authentic self.
Hi, I am Elizabeth Kickert and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. Before starting my own private practice, Willow Tree Counseling, I worked as a school social worker in the elementary, middle and high school settings. As a result of my time spent working with youth in the schools, I have a lot of experience in helping individuals over come issues with depression, anxiety, at-risk behaviors and suicidal ideation, anger management, school and home related behavior problems, self-worth, social skills and relationship problems.
Hi, I am Elizabeth Kickert and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. Before starting my own private practice, Willow Tree Counseling, I worked as a school social worker in the elementary, middle and high school settings. As a result of my time spent working with youth in the schools, I have a lot of experience in helping individuals over come issues with depression, anxiety, at-risk behaviors and suicidal ideation, anger management, school and home related behavior problems, self-worth, social skills and relationship problems.
Sharon L Werner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If you would like to be met with warmth, compassion, and kindness, you have come to the right place! As a self-compassion focused therapist, my goal is to help those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues to create change...through acceptance. Carl Rogers famously said, “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." I know how hard it can be to find self-acceptance when it feels like everything in our lives is going wrong. I would like to support you in your journey to self-acceptance…both when things are working and when they are not.
If you would like to be met with warmth, compassion, and kindness, you have come to the right place! As a self-compassion focused therapist, my goal is to help those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues to create change...through acceptance. Carl Rogers famously said, “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." I know how hard it can be to find self-acceptance when it feels like everything in our lives is going wrong. I would like to support you in your journey to self-acceptance…both when things are working and when they are not.
Attending the first session with a therapist can be scary, especially if you have never been in therapy. I try hard to make the client feel comfortable and safe, and let them know it is normal to not know what to say. I enjoy working with each individual client to help them navigate through different issues and situations they may be facing. We will work together to create a unique therapeutic experience for your current stage of life. I work with adolescents through geriatric populations.
Attending the first session with a therapist can be scary, especially if you have never been in therapy. I try hard to make the client feel comfortable and safe, and let them know it is normal to not know what to say. I enjoy working with each individual client to help them navigate through different issues and situations they may be facing. We will work together to create a unique therapeutic experience for your current stage of life. I work with adolescents through geriatric populations.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.