Domestic Abuse Therapists in Clare County, MI

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Mary Jane Blackmer
Counselor, MA, LPC
Serves Area
I believe that given the time and space to walk through their story, the client holds the solution to the issue at hand. I will listen, encourage, support, and walk with you through your story.
I believe that given the time and space to walk through their story, the client holds the solution to the issue at hand. I will listen, encourage, support, and walk with you through your story.
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Core Counseling Services, LLC / Pam Myslivec
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! Have you been looking for someone to talk to? My therapeutic approach is person centered and eclectic in nature. I believe all human beings have the need to be heard and understood. I provide a safe space that is based on mutual respect and trust. I see myself as a mirror for reflection and a guide to different paths of choice. My goal is to help clients become the best version of themselves by healing old wounds, having awareness in the present and hope for the future.
Hello! Have you been looking for someone to talk to? My therapeutic approach is person centered and eclectic in nature. I believe all human beings have the need to be heard and understood. I provide a safe space that is based on mutual respect and trust. I see myself as a mirror for reflection and a guide to different paths of choice. My goal is to help clients become the best version of themselves by healing old wounds, having awareness in the present and hope for the future.
(989) 349-6543 View (989) 349-6543
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Andrea Prince
Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Andrea, and I love listening to everyone's life stories, no matter where they are on their journey—from the innocence of early childhood at just three years old to the rich experiences of old age. Every moment in life, whether it brings happiness or presents complex challenges, plays a vital role in shaping who you are and reflects the resilience that resides within you. My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and encouragement as you pursue your goals.
Hello, my name is Andrea, and I love listening to everyone's life stories, no matter where they are on their journey—from the innocence of early childhood at just three years old to the rich experiences of old age. Every moment in life, whether it brings happiness or presents complex challenges, plays a vital role in shaping who you are and reflects the resilience that resides within you. My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and encouragement as you pursue your goals.
(989) 447-4565 View (989) 447-4565
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Cheryl A Biddinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
Serves Area
Experience in substance & alcohol abuse use/ abuse counseling, anger mgt, depression, anxiety, & life’s everyday struggles.
I offer compassionate guidance through life’s struggles. You do not have to go it alone, help is available. Do not be afraid to reach out; we all need a shoulder. Whether it be a new situation or something that has gone on for years, I am here to help. I can help you navigate the course to YOUR life worth living!
Experience in substance & alcohol abuse use/ abuse counseling, anger mgt, depression, anxiety, & life’s everyday struggles.
I offer compassionate guidance through life’s struggles. You do not have to go it alone, help is available. Do not be afraid to reach out; we all need a shoulder. Whether it be a new situation or something that has gone on for years, I am here to help. I can help you navigate the course to YOUR life worth living!
(989) 394-3794 View (989) 394-3794
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Nicole Koch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, SCL, LPC
Serves Area
I specialize in coping with anxiety, depression, ADD, 2SLGBTQ+, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, domestic violence, women's issues, parenting issues, school difficulties, behavior management, self esteem, stress as well as other life challenges.
I believe it is crucial to provide a comfortable, confidential, and professional environment. During the treatment process we will learn about your unique emotional needs, life experiences, thoughts, beliefs, feelings and personal challenges so you can meet your goals.
I specialize in coping with anxiety, depression, ADD, 2SLGBTQ+, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, domestic violence, women's issues, parenting issues, school difficulties, behavior management, self esteem, stress as well as other life challenges.
I believe it is crucial to provide a comfortable, confidential, and professional environment. During the treatment process we will learn about your unique emotional needs, life experiences, thoughts, beliefs, feelings and personal challenges so you can meet your goals.
(989) 662-1360 View (989) 662-1360

Online Therapists

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Quintin Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Online Only
Take some time for yourself. Let's focus on what you want, need, and what matters to you. In our work together, we'll discuss options and solutions to overcome barriers; emphasize those strengths and gifts you already have to achieve goals, enhance wellness, and enrichment in your life.
Take some time for yourself. Let's focus on what you want, need, and what matters to you. In our work together, we'll discuss options and solutions to overcome barriers; emphasize those strengths and gifts you already have to achieve goals, enhance wellness, and enrichment in your life.
(810) 788-6524 View (810) 788-6524
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Logan Montgomery
Counselor, MA, LLPC
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
We all know that life can be challenging, and seeking therapy can be intimidating and scary. My goal is to offer a space where you can begin to explore parts of your story with support, compassion, and without judgment. Your story will be acknowledged and embraced, in both your darkest chapters and your most joyful ones. I specialize in working with adults. I have experience in working on several issues including depression, anxiety, marital and relational issues, sexuality, and ADHD.
We all know that life can be challenging, and seeking therapy can be intimidating and scary. My goal is to offer a space where you can begin to explore parts of your story with support, compassion, and without judgment. Your story will be acknowledged and embraced, in both your darkest chapters and your most joyful ones. I specialize in working with adults. I have experience in working on several issues including depression, anxiety, marital and relational issues, sexuality, and ADHD.
(616) 504-2953 View (616) 504-2953
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Audrey Michelle Bodiford
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can be overwhelming. Sometimes, things can happen unexpectedly, and getting back on track can be extremely difficult. This can leave you feeling isolated, scared, overwhelmed, and/or broken. Do you feel stuck? Are you confused about what you want to do with your life? Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem? Do you struggle with communication, relationships, or navigating life's challenges? You don't have to face these struggles alone. As a compassionate and empathetic life coach, mental health professional, and domestic violence survivor/advocate, I am here to support you.
Life can be overwhelming. Sometimes, things can happen unexpectedly, and getting back on track can be extremely difficult. This can leave you feeling isolated, scared, overwhelmed, and/or broken. Do you feel stuck? Are you confused about what you want to do with your life? Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem? Do you struggle with communication, relationships, or navigating life's challenges? You don't have to face these struggles alone. As a compassionate and empathetic life coach, mental health professional, and domestic violence survivor/advocate, I am here to support you.
(517) 765-6661 View (517) 765-6661
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Gabriel Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
My professional experience has focused on treating adults and college students wrestling with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and PTSD.
I specialize in treating trauma and PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Folks often come to therapy feeling disconnected from themselves. For this reason, my approach engages your story in a way that encourages reconnecting the body and mind. Whether you’re battling symptoms of depression, anxiety, existential dread, trauma, PTSD, or relational stress, I come alongside you to find hope and relief. My goal is to provide a space where your story feels honored and sacred. I look forward to earning your trust and helping you feel empowered to achieve personal healing and desired change.
My professional experience has focused on treating adults and college students wrestling with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and PTSD.
I specialize in treating trauma and PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Folks often come to therapy feeling disconnected from themselves. For this reason, my approach engages your story in a way that encourages reconnecting the body and mind. Whether you’re battling symptoms of depression, anxiety, existential dread, trauma, PTSD, or relational stress, I come alongside you to find hope and relief. My goal is to provide a space where your story feels honored and sacred. I look forward to earning your trust and helping you feel empowered to achieve personal healing and desired change.
(616) 303-5384 View (616) 303-5384
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Meghan Elizabeth Cupka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Sometimes, things happen that are unexpected and extremely difficult leaving you feeling isolated, scared, overwhelmed or maybe even broken. Are you feeling anxious? Maybe down? I am here! I am here to assist you discover your strength and to navigate through the challenges that life brings, even when you don’t feel strong. I’m here with extensive training in trauma and CBT interventions. I have found that the therapeutic relationship that we build is where the healing happens for someone just like you. Let’s walk your healing journey together!
Sometimes, things happen that are unexpected and extremely difficult leaving you feeling isolated, scared, overwhelmed or maybe even broken. Are you feeling anxious? Maybe down? I am here! I am here to assist you discover your strength and to navigate through the challenges that life brings, even when you don’t feel strong. I’m here with extensive training in trauma and CBT interventions. I have found that the therapeutic relationship that we build is where the healing happens for someone just like you. Let’s walk your healing journey together!
(616) 466-2924 View (616) 466-2924
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Jason Vermeulen
Pre-Licensed Professional, Intern, M.Div.
1 Endorsed
Wyoming, MI 49509
Whether you are navigating overwhelming emotions, anxiety, shame, grief, the ache of heartbreak and divorce, spiritual questions, or religious trauma and spiritual abuse, or other concerns, you don't have to carry it alone.
I work with each person according to their needs and personality, and my approach is informed by trauma theory, family systems theory, attachment theory, and polyvagal theory, and includes parts work, ACT, DBT, and a person-centered approach.
Whether you are navigating overwhelming emotions, anxiety, shame, grief, the ache of heartbreak and divorce, spiritual questions, or religious trauma and spiritual abuse, or other concerns, you don't have to carry it alone.
I work with each person according to their needs and personality, and my approach is informed by trauma theory, family systems theory, attachment theory, and polyvagal theory, and includes parts work, ACT, DBT, and a person-centered approach.
(616) 693-5966 x147 View (616) 693-5966 x147
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Lynn Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLP, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With over 25 years of clinical experience, I help adults heal from trauma, narcissistic abuse, depression, and chronic anxiety rebuild clarity, confidence, and emotional safety.
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, or gaslighting, feel stuck in trauma bonds or high-conflict relationships, struggle with anxiety, hypervigilance, or emotional exhaustion, and are recovering from domestic violence or long-term emotional trauma.
With over 25 years of clinical experience, I help adults heal from trauma, narcissistic abuse, depression, and chronic anxiety rebuild clarity, confidence, and emotional safety.
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, or gaslighting, feel stuck in trauma bonds or high-conflict relationships, struggle with anxiety, hypervigilance, or emotional exhaustion, and are recovering from domestic violence or long-term emotional trauma.
(517) 300-8426 View (517) 300-8426
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Spriha Sharma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Okemos, MI 48864
Regardless of your age or stage in life, it is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. Without the right tools or resources, you may find it challenging to untangle complex feelings and thoughts. I offer a supportive space where we can work together to explore personal experiences, identify underlying issues, and develop effective strategies that involve your personal strengths.
Regardless of your age or stage in life, it is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. Without the right tools or resources, you may find it challenging to untangle complex feelings and thoughts. I offer a supportive space where we can work together to explore personal experiences, identify underlying issues, and develop effective strategies that involve your personal strengths.
(517) 347-4645 View (517) 347-4645
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Rachael T Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
I have 20+ years of counseling experience working with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, C-PTSD, trauma and abuse as well as attachment and intimacy challenges. I enjoy working with those of with various racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as those in the LGBTQ+ community. I bring a strength-based and resilience-informed approach to therapy.
I have 20+ years of counseling experience working with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, C-PTSD, trauma and abuse as well as attachment and intimacy challenges. I enjoy working with those of with various racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as those in the LGBTQ+ community. I bring a strength-based and resilience-informed approach to therapy.
(231) 399-8507 View (231) 399-8507
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Sharon Wassenar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Byron Center, MI 49315
My ideal client is one that is their authentic self in sessions. I find that when a client is open and honest about who they are and what they struggle with they are also more successful at achieving their goals. I typically see teens and adults who struggle with things like: anxiety, OCD, depression, perfectionism, fear of failure, grief, trauma, and life transitions. I find that most clients want to be heard, understood and validated.
My ideal client is one that is their authentic self in sessions. I find that when a client is open and honest about who they are and what they struggle with they are also more successful at achieving their goals. I typically see teens and adults who struggle with things like: anxiety, OCD, depression, perfectionism, fear of failure, grief, trauma, and life transitions. I find that most clients want to be heard, understood and validated.
(616) 208-5371 View (616) 208-5371
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Sollars & Associates
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Flint, MI 48507
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
(248) 862-1171 View (248) 862-1171
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Alexa Sorensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Life is stressful, beautiful, unpredictable and you don’t have to do it alone. Alexa is a trauma informed therapist who blends real world experience, empathy, and clinical training to walk alongside you. With a masters in Social Work from Grand Valley State University and a background in nonprofit and corporate spaces, Alexa shows up as more than a therapist. She is a teammate, sounding board, and a steady presence. Whether you’re navigating transitions, carrying old wounds, or feeling emotionally stuck, together you will explore what growth and healing can look like on your terms without judgement.
Life is stressful, beautiful, unpredictable and you don’t have to do it alone. Alexa is a trauma informed therapist who blends real world experience, empathy, and clinical training to walk alongside you. With a masters in Social Work from Grand Valley State University and a background in nonprofit and corporate spaces, Alexa shows up as more than a therapist. She is a teammate, sounding board, and a steady presence. Whether you’re navigating transitions, carrying old wounds, or feeling emotionally stuck, together you will explore what growth and healing can look like on your terms without judgement.
(616) 439-2442 View (616) 439-2442
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Dr. June Marie Martinez
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Muskegon, MI 49441
My family experiences together with specialized training in relationships, domestic abuse, and parenting have prepared me to work with a variety of family dynamics.
Working with couples is a particular passion of mine. Combining personal experience, brain science, and scientific research in the area of relationships and family systems provides my base for helping couples - from preparing beginning couples for a life together, to healing after affairs, to assisting seasoned couples in getting unstuck.
My family experiences together with specialized training in relationships, domestic abuse, and parenting have prepared me to work with a variety of family dynamics.
Working with couples is a particular passion of mine. Combining personal experience, brain science, and scientific research in the area of relationships and family systems provides my base for helping couples - from preparing beginning couples for a life together, to healing after affairs, to assisting seasoned couples in getting unstuck.
(231) 577-1530 View (231) 577-1530
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Madeline Boutwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
2 Endorsed
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Do you struggle with low self-esteem? Are you anxious about what others think? Is stress hard for you to manage? Do you want to improve your relationships? These are just a few examples of obstacles that I am passionate about helping others to overcome. I am dedicated to helping others grow into strong, compassionate, and empowered people.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem? Are you anxious about what others think? Is stress hard for you to manage? Do you want to improve your relationships? These are just a few examples of obstacles that I am passionate about helping others to overcome. I am dedicated to helping others grow into strong, compassionate, and empowered people.
(517) 252-9757 View (517) 252-9757
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Charmagne C Lundberg
Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
I do not believe that we are meant to merely survive in life, but rather, THRIVE! However, things in life, from mere annoyances to severe traumas, can rob us of the joy, energy, hope, and love of life! My goal as a therapist is that through compassionate & active listening, guidance, education, support and encouragement, you and I together can work through these issues that are holding you back, and set you on a new path of growth, hope and healing.
I do not believe that we are meant to merely survive in life, but rather, THRIVE! However, things in life, from mere annoyances to severe traumas, can rob us of the joy, energy, hope, and love of life! My goal as a therapist is that through compassionate & active listening, guidance, education, support and encouragement, you and I together can work through these issues that are holding you back, and set you on a new path of growth, hope and healing.
(231) 422-3693 View (231) 422-3693

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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.