Adoption Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
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Ashley Dykstra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
I work with children, teens, adults, couples and families struggling with a variety of challenges. I have experience working with families and children pre and post-
adoption
. I have been trained as a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner specializing in supporting foster and adoptive families heal trauma through developing trust. Additionally, I have experience counseling individuals, families, and caregivers navigate terminal and chronic illnesses. I counsel caregivers and families through anticipatory grief as well as after the loss of a loved one. Trauma, anxiety, and depression are additional areas of focus.
Katie Bozek
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
There are several issues in which I have a special interest in, such as,
adoption
-related issues, couple concerns, parenting concerns and issues related to trauma.
I believe people are relational-beings, meaning, we develop and live our lives in relationships with others. When these relationships become distressed, it can lead to a multitude of feelings, such as depression, stress, anxiety and an overall feeling of uneasiness. These are the times when a person may need some guidance and help accessing their personal resources to find more balance in those relationships and in life in general.
Amy Zauel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified
I enjoy working with children, teens, adults and families while specializing in infertility, pregnancy counseling,
adoption
issues, parent training, anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges.
It would be hard to argue that our lives haven't been a lot more complicated over the last few years. Whether you are a child or teen dealing with peer pressure or the stressors at school, a stay at home parent trying to manage everyone's busy schedules, a working professional balancing family life and the stress a job can bring, a single or divorced parent struggling to get through each day, a young adult looking for direction in life, or part of a family trying to raise your kids in this increasingly complex world, I have extensive experience in all of these areas.
Amy Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
My therapeutic specialties include family dynamics, divorce, trauma, anxiety, depression, social/relational adjustment, school issues,
adoption
, LGBTQ+ needs, career/professional conflicts, communication, and relationship difficulties.
My role as a therapist is to give you a safe and peaceful space in which you can find hope and make the changes you desire for yourself. I have 20 years of experience working with a diverse population children, teens, young adults, couples and families. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I also utilize art therapy components, overall wellness integration and mindfulness techniques. I am experienced working with individuals, couples, and the family system whatever that may be.
Dana Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
I understand that the transition to parenthood is a life-changing experience, and the child-bearing years can bring about many unique challenges and changes. Supporting parents and families through life transitions is my passion. Whether you are experiencing postpartum depression and/or anxiety, experiencing infertility or perinatal loss, parenting through
adoption
or foster care, or maybe just struggling to adjust to parenthood in general, I am able to provide a safe and comforting space for you to process your experiences.
Bren Shantz
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
As a therapist, my role is to provide a confidential and safe environment in which you experience empathy, authenticity, and respect. I provide therapy services primarily for adults, meeting with clients in a one-on-one setting. My typical clients are those who are experiencing a variety of personal concerns, such as healing from traumatic experiences, working through relationship problems or family stress, grappling with negative experiences from a religious community, coming to terms with identity issues or mental health concerns, engaged in
adoption
or foster care, and much more.
Wendy Gornick-Maycroft
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
I am certified in DBT and CCTP (certified clinical trauma professional) levels I/II. My clinical expertise focuses on PTSD, dissociative conditions, borderline personality, eating disorders, military personnel/police/first responder issues, and the LGBTQ community. Other areas of clinical experience and treatment provided include blended families, couples issues, anxiety/depression, elder issues such as Alzheimer's and dementia, chronic illness, grief/loss,
adoption
/foster care, parenting issues, and forensics-related issues.
Ashlynn Lister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
The majority of my 10 years in the field have been within the child welfare system, which has allowed me to specialize in trauma treatment, as well as foster care/
adoption
.
I am Clinical Therapist with nearly 10 years of experience working primarily with children and teens. I use various play techniques and engaging activities to learn about the areas of need a child may have and what kinds of behaviors those needs have impacted. I am happy to work with parents who might be needing guidance or feedback regarding their children's behaviors or mental health needs as well. In addition to working with children, I also see some adolescents and young adults struggling with life changes and other mental health needs.
Amy Wierda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker with 30+ years of experience. I have worked in school social work, foster care,
adoption
, adolescent residential treatment, crisis assessment at Pine Rest Hospital, and outpatient treatment. I have been in private practice for 14 years. It is my privilege to listen to, and be with, people in their stories. Making sense of our narrative is a fundamental component to a healthy mind and spirit. And making peace with our perfectly imperfect, and unique version of humanity is essential for our emotional life and our thought space. It would be my privilege to hear your story. Peace, Amy
Diana Ditrapani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Diana "DeeDee" DiTrapani is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She received her Master's Degree from Wayne State University and has been working in the field for 34 years. Many of those years have been spent working with children and families in child welfare, foster care, and
adoption
.
Keisha McDonald
Counselor, MS, MA, LLPC
Verified
Are you exhausted from COVID or seeing a counselor you don't vibe with? Perhaps you're feeling down, anxious & unsure about the future or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to live. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and can be experienced in various forms. I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the
adoption
of new attitudes and relationships through the use of expressive arts. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track to obtain your successful outcome.
Begin Anew Counseling, LLC & Kodde Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
I provide counseling to all ages - family, dating, premarital, marriage, affair recovery (Gottman Methods Couples Training - Levels I-III completed), relationship problems, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, infertility, miscarriage, pre and post
adoption
adjustments, codependency, college issues, ADHD, abuse issues, and trauma care.
Are you struggling, confused, depressed, or anxious about your circumstances and relationships? Life is complicated and I am committed to truly hear you in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I am a skilled, caring, compassionate, counselor who will give you exceptional care, offer solution-based, holistic treatment that gives hope for change, and uses carefully selected therapy to best meet your unique needs.
Annie Giupponi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PMH-C
Verified
I became a therapist because I believe people are pretty incredible. My heart is in supporting and empowering women in navigating their relationship with their body and food and the beautiful mess of motherhood. I work with clients from a holistic perspective with a specialty in eating disorders/body image, perinatal/post-
adoption
anxiety and depression, traumatic birth, miscarriage/infant loss, overcoming perfectionism and anxiety, faith-based counseling, and sexual trauma. I practice from an intuitive eating and Health At Every Size (HAES)-informed foundation and am a certified Perinatal Mental Health professional (PMH-C).
Tashuna Hunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
I'm skilled in providing clinical guidance and therapy to individuals and families experiencing: anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, anger, complex trauma,
adoption
/child welfare involvement, and life adjustments.
My greatest joy is helping individuals reach their full potential.
Diana Ro
Psychologist, PsyD, MCL
Verified
I specialize in racial identity development,
adoption
issues, LGBTQ, social justice, and religious/spirituality issues.
Often times we are stuck in unhealthy patterns, overwhelmed by our emotions, and unsure how to free ourselves. It can leave us feeling lost, scared, and lonely. What we need is to feel seen, heard, and accepted. My goal is to provide a safe and healing space to explore your relationships, environments, and self. My hope is to empower you to make the changes you desire and achieve your goals.
Tamara Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified
As a parent of bi-racial children I am passionate in helping multi-ethnic and interracial families, as well as those exploring the process towards foster care and
adoption
.
If life has become chaotic and overwhelming, or maybe you feel isolated with anxiety, stress, depression or grief, I’m available to help you sort through these challenges. Many struggle with parenting burnout, chronic illness, abuse, family dynamics, employment, transitions and relationships. As a licensed clinical social worker with over 20yrs of professional experience I've had the privilege to work with adults, kids and families, seeking emotional support and healing. Through the scope of a multicultural background, I offer a therapeutic approach emphasized by inclusion, awareness, compassion, advocacy, patience and cooperation.
Sally Verstraete
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
I am a licensed clinical social worker, who enjoys working with adults who need support during a variety of life stressors. I understand how challenging it can be to trust someone new, so I do my best to earn your trust by being consistent, following through, and prioritizing what you want to get out of therapy. Once that trust is earned, I enjoy the privilege of joining you in exploring your values, identity, habits that work and ones that don’t, skills to manage stressful situations, and responses that help you live a more manageable and enjoyable life. Clients say I am calming, honest, respectful, supportive, and encouraging.
Renee M Orr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
I am a clinical behavioral therapist with a private practice focusing mainly on children and families. I enjoy working with children and use various play techniques to explore the lagging skills which may have developed strong responses and behaviors to stressors in your child. There are many instances in which I will accept the parent as client to address behaviors in the home. I work with siblings when appropriate and have worked with clients ages 4-adulthood.
Leslie Trentham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified
You’re surrounded by people yet you are unsure whether you’re ok. Those around you seem to think so but you feel that at any moment the right trigger could burst you into tears. You feel shame, anger, frustration, and even hopelessness at times. These are all feelings we’ve felt at one time or another throughout our lives. They are all part of the human experience. However, many of us struggle to move on from these feelings and feel weighed down by our past experiences or our current circumstances. We can feel like we’ve lost control of our own lives.
Danie Duron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR C
Verified
My ideal client would be a person hoping to heal their trauma that they have encountered in life and would like to use EMDR, (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) in order to do so.
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Adoption Therapists
If you're looking for adoption counseling in Grand Rapids or help with an adoption in Grand Rapids or for a Grand Rapids adoption therapist, these professionals provide adoption support and adoption counseling. They include adoption therapists, adoption psychologists and adoption counselors in Grand Rapids. They can help you coping with adoption in Grand Rapids, they can support adopting families and provide child counseling for the adopted child (or adopted children) or foster child (or foster children).
They provide Grand Rapids family counseling for the adoption process, understanding of international adoption and help for adoptive kids, adopted children and adoptive families.
They provide Grand Rapids family counseling for the adoption process, understanding of international adoption and help for adoptive kids, adopted children and adoptive families.