Emotionally Focused Therapists in Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI

Just as we sometimes need help caring for physical aches and pains, we often need help improving our mental health. I am passionate about helping others look inward to learn more about themselves and connect with their inner voice through the power of therapy. At its heart, therapy is as powerful as what you put into it. Being vulnerable can often feel daunting, but by working together, my goal is to help you build the confidence you need to bravely take the reins when you feel like the life you want is just out of reach.

I interlace myriad strategies for assuaging complex trauma, increasing vulnerability, improving emotional and physical intimacy, strengthening relationships, and decreasing the disconnecting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).

How are you going to get through this day, this issue, this relationship? You're trying to keep up with all of the demands with work, at home, with friends or family, it seems like no matter what you do, it's never enough. And now that it's all catching up to you, you've reached your limit. You're stressed out, overwhelmed, and exhausted. You've tried everything, the anxiety just won't go away. You want to live your life without fear or worries that hold you back from making your goals your reality.

I work with individuals, teens and couples dealing with issues including ineffective communication, spiritual struggles, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, high stress, perfectionism, divorce, fertility issues and more. If you are struggling with worrying too much, feeling down all the time, connecting with your young adult, unsure how to co-parent, need help with saving your relationship, or are just looking to make changes in your life, I can help. I create a safe and welcoming environment that starts with understanding and works toward change.

Humans are wired for connection. There are many things that occur within our lives that leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others. This can lead to experiences of feeling lost, overwhelmed or stuck in repetitive patterns that cause distress. For as long as I can remember I have been passionate about connection. Connection with oneself and others is such a valuable aspect of our human experience.

If you're experiencing anxiety, depression, and burn-out, and looking for a different approach to therapy you've come to the right place. My name is Kate, and I practice body-based psychotherapy. This means that we approach your healing from both the top-down, traditional methods of processing your issues through talk therapy, as well as the bottom-up approach of releasing body held trauma and stuck emotions through breathwork and movement. I offer unique sessions that combine talk, breathwork, meditation, and movement.

Whether this is your first time in therapy or you have tried it in the past, welcome! Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, from finding the right therapist to unraveling years of trauma and implementing changes. I'm here to support and guide you through it all. I have experience in assisting individuals ranging from 16 to 55 years old, I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, PTSD/C-PTSD, and panic attacks. My passion lies in assisting those grappling with past traumas, navigating boundaries, communication hurdles, identifying as LGBTQIA+, life transitions, and self-esteem issues.

I eagerly await to hear your story. Within many of our stories is something that becomes overwhelming. This begins to weigh us down and hinders our quality of life. When you share that something with me, we will find something to do about it. You've already done a considerable amount of work up until this point; its time to share some of that load.

Being at war with yourself and your body is exhausting. Maybe it started with your first diet in your teens or maybe it didn't start until later in life dealing with chronic pain or illness, or something else. You are sick of suffering and feeling like your body is an endless problem to be solved. It is hard to feel hopeful. Psychotherapy with me can help you deepen self-trust, self-care and self-acceptance. I have specialized training in trauma-informed approaches, including EMDR and Body Trust® which inform my holistic approach. I can support you to work through your past, honor your present and envision your future.

Do you find yourself longing for a deeper connection with yourself and others? You want close relationships and yet these very relationships become a source of pain? Many people find their way to therapy feeling lost, confused, and alone. For me, a most valuable aspect of therapy is connecting with a caring other and being able to undo the loneliness that one feels in their experience. Feeling connected in therapy allows individuals to access important core emotions and gain a deeper sense of themselves. My goal is that people leave therapy with a renewed sense of vitality and a coherent narrative of who they are.

Research shows that joy is the hardest human emotion to truly experience. Challenges with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, low self-esteem, relationships or many other things, hold us back from fully experiencing these moments of joy in life. Whenever you may be at in your journey, your choice in seeking help is one of bravery. My goal is to partner with you to better understand your present circumstances, create meaningful goals and continue to provide support and hope to you along the way.

Are you battling anxiety or depression and feel like you're 'just getting through' the day? I'm here to guide you throughout your journey in finding and maintaining strength, hope, direction, and motivation to thrive in life. I started my own practice, Enlightened Therapy, because I had a vision for a therapeutic atmosphere of safety, support, and empowerment in order for my clients to meet their goals. I operate utilizing evidence-based practices that are customized to each individual’s needs. I believe in therapy that addresses all areas of a person's life, including family, relationships, work, school, and physical health.