Family Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI

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. I also consult with family -owned businesses.

Couples with young kiddo are particularly at risk for marriage and family strife because they are so busy, and because there is so much that is new to their brains, emotions and relationship. Figuring out how to be both mom and dad as well as husband and wife is often overwhelming and troubling. Tension builds when the relationship energy gets split between kiddos needs (and there are a lot of them!) and marriage needs (and those are valid as well). The energy to figure out how to integrate all those needs, wants, wishes becomes divided and divisive. Disconnected and discontent brew and relationship trouble stews. What to do?

Sometimes, the reasons why partners become upset with each other run deeper than the present circumstances. When partners persist in doing or saying things that upset each other over and over again, there is often something more at stake than meets the eye. Stop feeling stuck in the same old problem cycle. I have over 30 years helping couples, individuals, and families find new solutions to old problems. I have found my post-graduate training in marriage and family therapy to be a valuable resource in helping others achieve their goals and potential. I have also presented at national conferences.

Looking for a change? Stressed, sad, overwhelmed? Relationship troubles? Feel out of control? Want to feel more confident? Calm and content? At ease in relationships? More balanced? I work with clients in Michigan who feel that things are slowly creeping or rapidly spiraling out of control. I know how difficult it can be to ask for help and try to instill hope and specific, creative strategies for change in a relaxed environment. Therapy is a way to "unstick" the problem areas in your life. I help develop goals and sort out thoughts and challenges that get in the way.

Emily is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a focus on treating trauma across the life span, addressing the past in order to help clients live a fuller and more balanced life in the present and future. Emily enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. It is her belief that all stages of life come with unique challenges and counseling can equip people with the proper tools to face life’s difficulties with confidence. Emily earned her master’s degree from Western Michigan University and her undergraduate from Grand Valley State University.

Our lives are stories and we all want them to be stories worth telling, that give us hope. Maybe you long to rewrite the story you are living. I believe everyone has the ability to change their story. Whether you are a couple, a family , or an individual, you can have hope. I desire to walk alongside you in your struggles and help you to forge a new path. Sometimes all it takes is a listening ear; sometimes it takes long, hard work. But you have the choice-to step out in courage and to start writing a new story.

You have a story, and it makes sense that you feel, believe, act and react as you do. Change and growth rarely occur in anything that resembles a straight line and being mean to yourself really does not help. If you want to believe these statements but are finding it difficult, I would love an opportunity to meet with you. I am a fully licensed psychologist and enjoy working with adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns. I believe that therapy occurs within a partnership where together we will make educated decisions about how to approach your goals based on your specific life circumstances, needs, values, and strengths.

I specialize in addiction treatment. Are you or a loved one struggling with Substance Abuse? Do you need experienced direction for what to do, where to go, and what's the process of substance abuse treatment for yourself or family member? Want to know if you are enabling your family member with a drug or alcohol problem? You need to find an expert in the field with personal experience to guide you through the journey of recovery. I have been in the substance abuse field for 20+ years, I have also survived my own personal struggle with substance abuse and I know the path to follow for long term recovery.

I believe that relationships are at the core of any effective therapy. It is important to me that the children and families I work with feel heard and respected. I am flexible in my approaches and how I deliver therapy. This allows me to be able to focus on the strengths of the child and family . I utilize interests, abilities, and passions to provide services that are engaging, comfortable, and impactful. I believe that children and adolescents thrive best in therapy when they are allowed to express themselves in the way that is most natural for them.

In the 30 plus years I have worked as a psychologist, the most frequent comment I hear from clients is that they appreciate my warmth, plainspoken feedback, and practical suggestions for change. I have worked effectively with people of all ages, orientation, and ethnicity over a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, and health related problems. Treatment interventions I have used over the years include cognitive behavioral techniques, traditional counseling, biofeedback, hypnosis, and family therapy among others. I look forward to talking with you!

An individual once asked what I did for a living and what it taught me. After a moment, I offered spending time with people that life has stomped on and I learned how resilient people can be. Professional experience has focussed upon treatment and evaluation for those who have faced severe life trauma. This has included combat veterans, abuse victims, as well as medical and environmental catastrophe. A respect for families and children under stress prompted work with issues such as divorce, custody, parental rights and adoption. Experience with militay personel, and others who were resilient under extreme stress fostered work in assessing and develping leadership in roles such as corporate psychology and career development.

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.

Congratulations for taking the first steps toward a mentally, emotionally and relationally healthier you! Having obtained a Bachelor's degree in Family Life Counseling from Spring Arbor University, and a Master's degree in Counseling and Mental Health Therapy from The University of Pheonix, I am dedicated to the empowerment of healthy families, promoting self-reliance and emotional stability for individuals and communities.

I love to work with children/adolescents and young adults that may be struggling with various issues ranging from anxiety/depression, to dealing with childhood trauma. They may be seeking a way to live a more fulfilled life, gain new coping skills, seek out mindfulness techniques, or create a more healthy and sustainable family structure. My goal is to provide treatment to individuals and family systems who are looking to live a more fulfilled, and less stressed life.

I believe it is a difficult decision to reach out for support from another person. In so doing, therapy not only needs to be a gentle guidance towards a happier lifestyle, but it also needs to incorporate challenges. In working with individuals, couples and families, I enjoy creating a balance of both of these concepts. Shifting our perceptions and changing our behaviors is not a simple process for anyone. I work with parents, teenagers and even our littlest people during stressful life situations including depression, anxiety, anger management, marital issues, women's issues, and processing traumatic events.

Self-Improvement (is scary). Change is terrifying. It’s hard and even feels impossible. As a psychologist, I have the expertise necessary to help you/ family /children no matter how difficult the change may be. Family conflict? Teenager issues? Parenting? Relationship problems? Marital discord? Body image issues? Low self-esteem? LGBTQ+ matters? I can help you and we can change your concerns to successes! I center my therapy on YOUR GOALS and build on your strengths and resources. I am real and practical. Your journey to centered and balanced life has begun. WE CAN DO THIS TOGETHER! https://thetruismcenter.com/therapist/dr-ryan-kron/

I am an experienced Psychotherapist with 25 years experience working with children, teens, adults, and families in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, and life changes. I offer individual and family therapy, as well as co-parenting and (voluntary) reunification services. Treatment in my Grand Rapids office includes the option of animal-assisted support with Dexter, my awesome sidekick.

Are you looking for a missing piece? I enjoy working with people in individual and/or group/ family sessions. Specific areas of interest include marital conflict, adjustment to divorce and/or remarriage, Infidelity, repair of relationship post infidelity, grief/loss, adjustment after trauma, adult victims of abuse, domestic violence, and depression/anxiety. I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life/backgrounds. Whatever your concern may be, we will work on it together, without judgment. Let's explore together what a better/healthier you might look like today! Let's find the spark that's missing; put pieces back together.

Even though transitions are a part of all of our lives, they sometimes stir up old pain or are just too overwhelming to navigate without some help. You deserve the time and support to work through it and counseling can provide that for you. I believe in a person centered, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral and strength based counseling approach. I have over 14 years of experience using these approaches working with individuals of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, chronic illnesses and transitions at all stages of life.