Family Therapy in Grand Rapids, MI
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Amy Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
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.

Renee M Orr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I can help you, your child, and your
family
in whatever way necessary to bring harmony back into your home.
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.
Waitlist for new clients

Emilee VanLinden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
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.

Brent Parzuchowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about navigating complex
family
dynamics and helping families develop goals in order to meet those goals—while focusing on each individual’s behavioral tendencies.
I have extensive crisis counseling experience—specifically with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I seek to provide an environment where everyone is safe and able to navigate behavioral issues. I work with clients to manage anxiety, navigate the transition from adolescence to adulthood, discover identity, improve communication, and improve sleep quality.
Waitlist for new clients

Sharon Depcinski Certified Sex Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CST
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Sharon has been a licensed clinical social worker for 24 years. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and
Family
Life/Human Sexuality from Central Michigan University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. She completed a supervised clinical training program at the Loyola University Outpatient Sexual Dysfunction Clinic, holds a certificate in Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan and is an AASECT certified sex therapist (The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists), which includes over 200 hours of post-graduate education and consultation.

Thomas C Fuller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I can help you respond effectively to conflicts at work, in a divorce, or with your
family
.
When you are revealing the personal aspects of your life to someone, you want that person to be intelligent, warm and non-judgmental. You also want that person to be knowledgeable and practical. Most people find me to be an open,friendly person with a sense of humor. I am direct and offer practical help in addressing the problems of life. I provide a comfortable environment to help you solve your problems, reach your goals, and learn new skills for managing your life. I have 30 years of experience in helping others with a wide range of life's problems.

Anyssa Grendel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, LMSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Internal
Family
Systems.
As a group practice our clinicians are working together with clients to improve physical, emotional and mental health for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families focusing in areas of depression/anxiety, mood disorders, anger, marriage/relationships issues. Additional therapeutic focus in supporting mental health professionals above and beyond supervision and into the personal journey of their own mental health. This practice has a Golden Retriever named Kenzey for use of emotional support. ESA assessments are available for fee. Visit our website for more information on our practice and providers.

Perianne VanBelois
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Whether seeking treatment as an individual, a couple, or a
family
, I strive to create a safe space to explore one's hopes and desires.
Our lives can take many different paths, and finding the path that meets our needs and values can be hard to navigate. It can leave us in a place of feeling lost, overwhelmed, broken, and disconnected from our sense of self. This sense of hopelessness can prevent us from seeing the power within ourselves. I would be honored to meet you where you are at, and be your hope holder until you are able to see the hope that is in every situation.
Not accepting new clients

Carrie Deering
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LLMFT, NCC, CCATP
Verified
Verified
My name is Carrie Deering and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Limited Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
in Michigan, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I have experience working with individuals from the age of 4 and up. I have worked in a variety of settings including psychiatric hospitals, community settings, and school settings. I also have experience navigating and managing crises.

Stacey Williamson Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified
Verified
I utilize both EMDR and CBT/REBT to create a safe place to treat trauma or stressors ( like the current fear around the coronavirus), the impact of childhood trauma in adulthood, addiction, the impact of addiction on
family
, depression, panic/anxiety, personality disorders, vicarious trauma.
My clients come to me when they are tired of living in emotional pain. This pain may have lead them to not like themselves, feel alone, and worried and depressed. They may feel like they have no control or have lost the control that they used to have. They feel stuck or like they don't belong. My clients leave with a sense of freedom and empowerment. They understand their value/worth and like themselves. They feel like they are ready to choose what comes next in life. They have hope. Clients have told me "I feel safe now", "I never knew I could feel this good", "I actually like myself now. I didn't know I could".
Linda Z Morton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice for 20+ years and love my job! I would be honored to help you with whatever struggles you are facing. My client's ages vary from teens through seniors. I have the belief that anyone, at any age, can make changes to enrich their lives. I provide individual, marital and
family
counseling.
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616 Center for Counseling & Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Practicing since 2005, I work with children and teens, families and individuals and specialize in trauma, attachment, behavioral issues, children's mental health, relationship issues and transitions with the
family
life cycle. I assess clients and their presenting concerns with a welcoming, non-judgmental , solution-focused approach. My client-centered manner empowers the individual to realize strengths and assets available to them and how to compensate for and overcome identified barriers.

Henry Muller
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in work with children and adolescents,
family
relationships, marital issues, emotion regulation coping skills, identity awareness, communication skills, anxiety, depression, parenting, suicidal ideation, self esteem, and
family
conflict.
Being heard and validated are two of the most powerful avenues to feeling a sense of belonging and worth. Unfortunately, we run into situations in life that shut us down, tell us our life experience doesn't count, and we leave those situations feeling empty and uncertain about what we've done wrong. Through therapy, we learn to find ourselves through our values and we learn new skills to navigate the hills and valleys of life so that when those situations come up, we can come out of them stronger and more sure of ourselves. I look forward to walking that path alongside you while you discover how you can have a full life and thrive.
Not accepting new clients

Ashlynn Lister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I want to help you/your child to overcome those barriers and build the skills that are needed for your
family
to be happy and healthy again.
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.

Bridget Gottlieb, LMSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Whether the transition is the death or loss of a loved one, workplace or financial stress, the birth of a child, or a challenging relationship/
family
dynamic, we can work together to address those overwhelming feelings.
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 16 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.

Omar L Mangrum
Psychologist, MA, EdD
Verified
Verified
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!

Emily Jankowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I believe healing beings with warmth, trust, and consistent encouragement. Do you experience issues with hardships and trauma in the past, difficult romantic and
family
relationships, life's challenges, anxiety and depression? Do you want to live a happier and more fulfilling life, feel more self love and acceptance? I am here to help you improve your relationships, process and grow from trauma, better manage anxiety improve your overall mood and decrease daily interferences from your mental health.

Jacinta Glashower
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
Verified
When you are healthy both emotionally and mentally and have time to breathe in the peace of a therapy session, others (spouse, kiddos,
family
members, friends, coworkers, etc.
Support, encouragement, and space to breathe. We all need these to get us through life. From the daily anxiety of tasks and relationships to deep trauma. It can feel suffocating. I would like to provide a safe place to heal and process. To hold onto hope when you are unable to have any. To lift you up in support of your goals for yourself and your relationships. I am ready to invest in you. My hope is for us to work together to identify what you need and to find ways to best meet those needs. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, preparation for marriage, post-traumatic stress, and grief.

Heather Hemphill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLMFT, CAADC
Verified
Verified
In addressing the goals set by my clients, I combine cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive psychotherapy, and
family
systems theory.
I believe in the innate capabilities, strength, and wellness of my clients and that the counseling relationship provides the basis from which change can occur. My approach is to walk beside you and validate your personal experiences and invite you to make changes based on your priorities and values. We will work together to decide on your goals and the means for accomplishing them. It can be scary to take the first steps and believe you can achieve your goals. By working together, we can find the path that works for you to heal and grow in all areas of your life.

Kreg Westergren
MA, LLPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
He specializes in life transitions, anger management,
family
conflict, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Kreg is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor who is motivated to help every client learn healthy means of managing mental and emotional difficulties. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, results-oriented, and solution-focused care. Kreg believes that the best way to overcome difficulties and establish confidence is first to seek help. His mission is to be that person where you will feel comfortable to unfold any difficulties you may have in your personal and professional life. He will work with you in a reliable, patient, and compassionate manner that will not only foster authentic but also empathetic dialogue.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.