Therapists in Grand Blanc, MI

Welcome to the doorway of a safe space. My name is Chia and I would like to welcome you to join me as we navigate the thoughts and feelings that lead you to seeking a therapist. In this space, we can talk about whatever is on your heart and work together to both set and achieve your goals.

Do you have a difficult Teenager who's on a path to self-destruction? That's my kind of kid. I can help. Are you in need of Marital Counseling? The biggest problem between couples is the lack of Problem Resolution and Fair Fighting Skills. Both are essential to a healthy relationship. I can help. Maybe Divorce inevitable and you'd like to plan for a soft landing. I can help. Trying to find love on the internet? Toxic jobs? Addiction? Self-defeating thoughts or behaviors? Depression? Anxiety? I can help.

Passionate about fostering individuality and deeply committed to supporting diverse journeys towards healing and self-discovery. I strive to create a safe space where every individual feels validated and empowered to embrace their uniqueness. I have been fortunate enough to experience a diverse range of mental health settings throughout my educational career including the residential and case management sides of the foster care system, residential adult foster care, ABA therapy support for children on the autism spectrum, inpatient substance abuse settings, and outpatient Medication Assisted Treatment for substance abuse.

Welcome! I’m a licensed clinical therapist with a deep commitment to helping individuals overcome challenges and supporting their journey toward healing and growth. With a master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of Denver, and over 14 years of experience helping adults, children, and families, my areas of expertise are trauma, anxiety, depression, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community.

Struggling with anxiety, feeling low, or carrying the weight of past experiences? I'm here to help you navigate these challenges and find your way to a brighter, more balanced life. I'm Krystin, a compassionate therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I work with adults and teens, providing a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.

There are days when the fear feels so big that there is no room in your chest for breath. Some mornings, it seems like sleeping forever would be much easier than getting out of bed. It may seem like a herculean task to get through the day, or you may simply know that life can be better than it is. You wonder if you are worthy of happiness. Perhaps you think that your friends and family are tired of listening to your struggles or that support groups have not provided the help you need. You may feel the need for additional insight or for significant support in dealing with personal demons.

I have been providing therapy for more than 15 years to individuals, groups, and families. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient settings. I treat the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process where we work to find healthy solutions to overcome internal and external barriers you may be experiencing. I accept who you are and want to be. My goal is to help you to discover, utilize, and hone your strengths in achieving optimal wellness and enrichment in your life.

In current times, it can be easy to become overwhelmed with the stressors of life. Whether those stressors are workplace stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or whatever life may be throwing your way, we aim to help alleviate these circumstances through a safe and welcoming environment. We have several therapists at our three locations with the training and skills to help you become the best version of yourself.

Availability is: M-Th. 9 A.M-5P.M. with nighttime slots available. Are you struggling with coasting through life? Want to get unstuck after feeling stuck for too long? Having a counselor to talk to, receive feedback from, and learn new appropriate coping tools can be a part of your journey. My goal is to help people learn about their potential and assist them with fulfilling that potential, whatever that may look like for them. Whether you are looking to maintain your mental health, address core issues, work through sports performance issues, or have severe emotional needs, I am here to assist you on your journey to a healthy mind.

"The struggle you're in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow." I'm passionate about working with adults and couples who are seeking to overcome life challenges and live a fulfilling life. I strive to create a supportive, safe, and non-judgmental environment that encourages insight and self-awareness and enhances the self-discovery process. I will empower you to make positive changes in your life that increase personal connections and help you to feel hopeful about the future.

From a young age, the inclination to approach others who appear to be experiencing hardship became instilled in me through early life experiences and choices. The passion I have towards helping others achieve their full life potential and engage in purposeful growth is of great importance to me.  I received my Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of Michigan and subsequently received my Master of Arts in clinical psychology at the Michigan School of Psychology. Having worked years in partial hospitalization, I enjoy working with individuals who are both experiencing

Life can be full of challenging emotions and difficult situations. As a strength-based counselor, my goal is to tailor therapeutic interventions to meet your specific needs. I offer a safe space, free of judgement, where you can process your hurts, difficult relationships, insecurities, anger and worries. I am proactive in my approach and want to work with you to help you achieve your daily, short and long term goals.

My favorite thing in the world is to affirm for someone that their feelings matter. I want you to feel safe expressing all of your thoughts and emotions. There is no problem too big or too small to talk about. No matter the situation, your reactions and feelings are important. I view therapy as a collaborative process. My clients tell me what they need help with, and we work together to figure out what their best course of action is. My job isn’t to tell you what to do and send you away. My job is to listen to you and empower you to take action to improve your life.

Are you sick of feeling unheard and unseen? As a neurodivergent provider in a society that is not always neurodivergency affirming, I feel connected to clients who feel as if they are navigating life without understanding themselves or their experiences. My own experiences and training have drawn me to my passion of working with neurodivergent children and adults utilizing a neurodivergency affirming approach.

I am a Licensed Social Worker in Michigan with over 15 years of clinical experience in the mental health world. I specialize in managing anxiety, depression, anger, low self esteem, grief and loss, relationships, life transitions, and trauma. Feelings can hit hard and be confusing. Trauma and/or negative experiences can alter our brain in ways that make us more vulnerable to intense, negative emotions. This can create a state of mindlessness throwing our awareness and acceptance off balance. We can become more reactive and at times dissociate from experiences, not truly enjoying life and unable to recall certain memories.

30+ years of professional experience and many more years of life experience have led me to EMDR. This treatment modality has proven to be successful in treating people who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, or a multitude of other experiences: domestic violence, sexual assault, violent crime. The focus of my work is the treatment of children and adults seeking to heal from trauma, anxiety and depression. It is my life's passion, providing emotional support and relief to those who have become stuck in their past experiences so they can live a more fulfilled present and future.

It is my belief that every individual is unique and that each person will bring specific needs and goals into therapy. By using an eclectic approach to therapy, I strive to increase an individual's well-being. I work with individuals with the intention that each person may employ healthy coping skills in order to utilize strengths and process through difficulties. I provide a warm and comfortable environment in which an individual is able to enhance their own sense of well-being.

We have a team of therapists who have years of experience working with Adults as well as adolescents and children, involving the family unit into the therapeutic process. Using varying approaches. Art and mindfulness practices are sometimes useful, especially in areas of reducing anxiety related issues. We have had many years of experience as a school counselors/inpatient therapists and are easily able to bridge the home/school therapeutic continuum. I have recently added to our team due to overwhelming demand. For in person work, we have an inviting office including a Play/Art room.

Are you suffering from Anxiety, Depression, or Grief? Do you have a child or teen who is struggling with these problems or perhaps having trouble finding ‘direction’ in life? have you tried Therapy in the past and it just didn’t seem to click? if so, VAE Life Coaching can help you. Counseling and Psychology can be of benefit, but combined with coaching skills and planning techniques, you can see a vast improvement very quickly. Not only are these sessions great for adults, they work as well if not better for young people and teens. You can rid yourself from those feelings or doom or gloom and start living A life of joy and purpose.