Therapists in East Grand Rapids, MI

Are you/child feeling stuck, defeated, and overwhelmed? Maybe you/child tried to create a healthier life only to be met with disappointment and confirmation you are not enough? You are not broken. Healing is possible. In our work together, you have an opportunity to explore your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors in a safe and validating environment. I am here to help you develop skills and make long-term change. I believe you can heal the mind when you focus on healing the whole body. Let's dive in and see what you are capable of and build that life that is worth living.

Hello and welcome, I’m Hilary, a certified yoga therapist through the International Associations of Yoga Therapists with YogaLife Institute. In addition, a 500 hr certified yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance, earning my first 200 hr yoga teacher training through The Mindful School of Yoga in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2018. Yoga has been an integral aspect of my life as the teenage years approached and big changes began physically, mentally, and socially. It has been one of my brightest guiding lights, continuously leading back to myself from then until today.

Meet our team in the pictures below! My goal is to create a calm, safe space for you to share and process your story and explore solutions. I aim to make your experience with therapy a positive one by assuring you feel heard, encouraged and seen. I believe the client/therapist relationship is a powerful healing tool to success in your life. I am a Psychotherapist who earned my graduate degree from The University of Michigan School of Social Work. I enjoy working with children, teens and young adults. I use an attachment theory framework to help you process traumas and relationships.

Are you struggling with trauma? You might feel anxious, disconnected from your body, feeling the need to constantly distract yourself, or not feeling like yourself. This may be in response to a bigger life event, loss, life transitions, or something you’ve been unable to access. Sometimes, our responses are connected to childhood trauma, religious trauma, work trauma, or from past relationships. You may also question if your responses are connected to trauma at all. You want to live a life where it feels good to be present with yourself and in relationships. Where you can be authentically yourself.

Have you/your child experienced trauma or adversity that has led to depression, anxiety, self harm, low self-worth, and interpersonal difficulties? You may believe you are "broken" or "unworthy"? You are not alone. Healing and change is always possible. As a DBT, EMDR, and integrative medicine practitioner, I have years of clinical experience helping teens and adults in the psychiatric inpatient and outpatient settings. And, it can be scary to take the first steps and believe your life will get better. In our work together, the goal is to provide you with skills to help be more compassionate and mindful on this path to healing.

Have you/your child experienced trauma or adversity that has led to depression, anxiety, self-harm, low self-worth, and difficult relationships? You may believe you are "broken." You are not alone. As DBT, trauma-informed, and integrative practitioners, we have years of clinical experience working with at risk teens and adults in the psychiatric inpatient and outpatient settings. We focus on the emotional, physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects to the root causes of mental health to heal the whole body and to transform your life. We believe healing and change are always possible. We are here to help.

Hi, I’m Lilly. I’m an experienced therapist in Michigan and Massachusetts specializing in anxiety, adjustment to life changes, relationships, and depression. We all feel anxious or out of touch with ourselves or our life at times, but if you find yourself feeling that way more often than not, I want you to know that you deserve more. I’m here to support you in finding freedom from overthinking, to learn to be compassionate and kind to yourself and the people you care about, and to find feelings of safety, stability, and happiness in your daily life.

Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Does the idea of waking up to your life tomorrow seem daunting? I can help. I see symptoms such as anxiety as communication from our body that there is an underlying issue needing to be addressed. It is my purpose to walk with you in your most challenging times to help you heal and grow. There is no one size fits all when it comes to therapy and the foundation of true recovery begins with a strong therapeutic relationship. I am here to help, and not to judge and I will tailor an individualized plan just for you.

Hi, I'm Ellery. I consider it a privilege to work with individuals that are actively seeking change. I understand that it is uncomfortable to discuss intimate life topics with a stranger, and believe that trust building is essential to the growth of a client. As a therapist, it is my top priority to provide a safe and welcoming space where you will feel respected, supported, and heard. I believe therapy needs to be collaborative and am always looking for client input on what is working and why.

Hi there, I'm Dr. McDowell but you can call me Kevin if you'd like. In this section I'll talk about the types of clients that tend to find me a good fit and in the next section I'll discuss my areas of expertise. I like to work with people who have a hard time with the task of therapy. Not because you doubt it effectiveness or because you don't need it, but because it's hard to talk about yourself. Because it's difficult to be vulnerable and perhaps others haven't done a great job at listening to you in the past. It's important to feel understood and understanding, without judgement, is one of my strengths.

Connecting is not magic. Like any other skill it can be learned, practiced, and mastered. -John Gottman. I’m Heather House, a Limited License Masters Social Worker I have specialized training and certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Level 1 Gottman Method. I received my education and clinical training from Capella University. I have lived and practiced, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for over a year. I specialize in working with couples and individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, suicidal ideation, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, divorce, domestic violence, and relationship difficulties.

I like to the heart of the matter quickly and then work with my clients to co-creative solutions tailored to their specific needs. My clients describe being in therapy with me as being involved in 'deeper work.' The deeper work may be related to the past, but it also could be doing a deeper dive into your current life and finding healthier ways to cope. I am trained in leadership assessment and coaching and I consult with family-owned businesses.

The trials of life sometimes bring sadness and fear. I offer a place for healing and help in a safe environment, for children, adolescents, and adults. I will help you to find the answers to your conflicts and concerns. Whatever the problem we will work together to find the way out. I offer hope for the hopeless.

If you're searching for a therapist who will encourage you to stay in counseling for years while holding your hand singing camp songs, I suggest you keep looking. But if you prefer a trained clinician whose approach to counseling is goal-oriented and solution-focused, contact my office staff to set up an appointment. You can trust that I will be sensitive and empathetic, but since you are hiring me to do a job, I will be directive in identifying the best approach to solve your problems. Most of my clinical practice focuses on Relational/Marriage issues as well as Anxiety/Depression.

The foundation of my practice is based on the 4 principles of Empathy, Encouragement, Awareness, and Empowerment. I believe the objective of counseling is to help individuals make sense out of emotional chaos. This comes through primarily understanding two things, 1. We are products of our environment, we do what we know. 2. We all have the power to change unhealthy or unwanted behavior. My experience as a Crisis Counselor as well as an individual counselor has given me experience with just about any issue. Please let me know what you're struggling with and we can determine together if I can be supportive.

Life presents us with challenges and opportunities that sometimes require consultation. Often, change and healing are facilitated by assistance from caring others. I have repeatedly witnessed the resiliency of the human spirit. I am eager to meet with clients motivated for change and curious about the possibility of having more satisfying lives. I believe that psychotherapy requires trust and a working relationship. I am a compassionate listener and tailor my approach to best match the uniqueness of each client. I approach problems from a strengths-based, holistic perspective that considers a client's relevant biological, developmental, social, and cultural factors.

I work as a therapist because I believe we can experience real healing in our lives. The broken world in which we live frequently leaves scars and wounds. And we often wound others. As a Christian therapist I believe God heals significantly. I work with Christians and non Christians alike with respect for individual values and beliefs. Therapy begins with developing a respectful, trusting relationship. The client and therapist begin a journey to enable the client to reconcile, their past, their present, and their beliefs. It can enable them to work toward future goals successfully.

I graduated from the University of Michigan in 1983. Since that time, my focus has been on helping individuals, couples and groups ascertain and realize their goals. Using a direct approach,my clients appreciate the stability and consistency I provide to their overall progress and definitive improvement in their lives. I believe therapy is certainly a process for overcoming obstacles and making sense of one's history. It is also a vehicle to explore and decide what is you really want if life.

Currently offering Teleheasth Services, Marlene L. Lathrop, LMSW, BCD, a licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified by the American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work. Specializing in "Women Who Love Too Much"; Emotional Intelligence; Interpersonal Skills; Self-compassion and Mind:Behavior Connection. Considered warm, "real" and supportive, Marlene focuses on helping you problem-solve, take action, and reach your goals. Marlene has written articles published in national magazines; "Women's Lifestyle"; featured in the Grand Rapids Press; and a column for college "Standout" magazine.