Marriage Counseling Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
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Heather Hemphill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLMFT, CAADC
Verified
Verified
I have worked with individuals, couples, and families experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, alcohol and drug addiction,
marriage
problems, and other types of relationship problems.
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.
Shawna Bennett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLPC, LLMFT
I am licensed in Professional Counseling,
Marriage
& Family Therapy, and a Certified Yoga Instructor. I love working with clients who are struggling, yet motivated, to make the changes needed for a more content life. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or experiencing conflict in your relationships - and you are confused about what your next steps might be - set up your free phone consultation today. I can help you get more clarity about what is right for you. Life and relationships are stressful and overwhelming enough, don't walk through your pain alone - let me walk with you and we will find your peace of mind together.
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
& Online
Jeromy Krogman
Counselor, LPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts? Is it hard to get moving in the mornings? Is your life not what you wanted it to be? Then you have come to the right place. I work with a wide range of clients but specialize helping those with OCD and anxiety. I am also certified in helping couples improve their communication and build trust back into the relationship. I have helped couples deal with
marriage
infidelity as well as financial hardship. I also specialize in working through men's struggles. I have a very relaxed personality, which helps most clients feel at ease in talking in session.
Anyssa Grendel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, LMSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
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.
Diane Schroeder, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Why hire Diane? Not only is Diane a proficient counselor, she's been through the gamut herself (childhood trauma, depression, anxiety/stress, re-
marriage
, parenting, corporate relocation/downsizing, and re-education); she understands what it's like to achieve goals and can help you believe and achieve yours too!.
Are life's challenges getting in the way of you living fulfilled and satisfied? Do anxious thoughts, stress, or past hurts control your life? Whatever is holding you back, Diane believes you don't have to stay that way - healing and growth are possible! Diane is a skilled problem solver who can help you figure out what's happening and collaborate with you to make change. She will strategize with you to put together a unique, customized plan (which may include Neurofeedback Brain Training), focused entirely on your specific situation and story.
Margaret M Lebo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-MI, LCSW-NY
Verified
Verified
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.
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.
Not accepting new clients
Cathy Betti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed
Marriage
and Family Therapist. I provide a nonjudgmental and safe therapeutic environment for my clients and I value client-therapist alliance above anything else. I have a direct yet empathetic therapy style, collaborating with my clients to help achieve their goals. I love working with couples who struggle with communication and connection, who want to learn how to reconnect or "fight better". I also love empowering partners to find their voice and express their needs in a relationship.
Thomas C Fuller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with
marriage
problems, and can help you be a more effective parent.
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.
Not accepting new clients
Core Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CAADC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a
Marriage
& Family Therapist/Counselor my goal is to provide families, couples and individuals with a safe environment where they can explore themselves and the possibility of change within their life and their relationships. Our lives are centered on relationships with others. Relationships are the building blocks of life; but, they can also be very debilitating. When those relationships become troubled, sometimes assistance from family and friends may not be enough to find balance within yourself or other relationships. Lucky for us, there are people who have dedicated their lives to helping others along their journey.
Miriam Engler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked with a variety of clients including pre-teens, adolescents, college aged kids, career an singles, young marrieds, parents, and
marital
issues later on as well as adjusting to children growing and leaving and grief issues that occur throughout our lives.
I work as a therapist because I believe we can experience real healing in our lives. The broken world in which we live frequently leaves scars and wounds. And we often wound others. As a Christian therapist I believe God heals significantly. I work with Christians and non Christians alike with respect for individual values and beliefs. Therapy begins with developing a respectful, trusting relationship. The client and therapist begin a journey to enable the client to reconcile, their past, their present, and their beliefs. It can enable them to work toward future goals successfully.
LaDawn N Evans
Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Specifications/Certifications: Prepare and Enrich/Pre-
marriage
and
Marriage Counseling
, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Life Coaching, Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Whether dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or life turmoil, you’ve made a tremendous step in your healing journey and my goal is to help you along the path to restoration and growth! You were gifted with the attributes to reach your dreams and goals. It is my job and joy to supply you with tools to unearth those jewels that are within you. I received my Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Cornerstone University and Masters of Arts in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. I have served as a life coach for 15+ years. I provide counseling and life coaching services to adults, couples, and families.
Julia Ann McIntire
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Many of us struggle to get out of the same cycle we're in and we want or need a change. Maybe you're in an unhealthy cycle in your relationship/
marriage
, in your parenting; or maybe your past trauma/abuse that was never dealt with is contributing to your current hardships. Maybe you're struggling with a cycle of depression, fear/panic, or addiction that you can't get out of. Sometimes it's hard to know where to start changing, but this is hopefully where I can begin helping you. I would love to hear your story and to provide you the clinical insight and direction you want/need to help you find healing, freedom, and contentment. :-)
Us And Kids Communication Program
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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?
Jennifer L Selent
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a
Marriage
and Family Therapist that has been working with Families, Couples, and Individuals with many diagnosis for over 15 years. I have a very wide array of experience, but do provide specialized training for the following populations: First Responders, individuals suffering from traumatic stress, eating disorders/disordered eating, addiction, and grief as well as their families. I also can support with performance issues related to competition, work, etc. I expect you would find me to be down to earth and practical, but clinically sophisticated in my approach. My goal is partnership and empowerment.
Vicki Nelson Smeby, MA, LLP
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified
Verified
Recovery from anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, low self worth, adverse events (trauma),
marital
disconnection, pathological relationships and spiritual detours.
See VickiNelsonSmeby.com website. My clients set weekly goals to achieve their optimum mental health a little at a time. I highly recommend EMDR to desensitize strong emotions around adverse events and to build or rebuild self worth. We will make this an enjoyable process that you feel engaged in and look forward to. My clients amaze me with their determination and willingness to be vulnerable and to go the distance to grow, mature and experience full healing.
Jamie LaFontsee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLMFT, LLPC
Verified
Verified
Does something feel off? Do you feel like you're getting by okay but need a little something? Therapy might be just the right tool to get you back to your full functioning self again. Sometimes life makes us carry way more than we can handle (although we rarely admit it) and that load takes a burden on us emotionally, physically, and mentally. It affects our relationships at work, home, and even our sex lives! It's not YOU, it's LIFE! My Specific areas of interest include
marital
conflict, divorce and/or remarriage, Infidelity, sex addiction, grief/loss, and more. If your LIFE is weighing you down, let's talk.
Kerry Hart
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Kerry Hart is a Couple and Family Therapist working from a systemic approach. Kerry helps her clients understand their pasts and helps shape their futures by pointing out patterns that have developed in her client's lives, as well as within their families, and family history. Kerry received her Master's in Family Therapy from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA and is a member of the American Association for
Marriage
and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Kerry enjoys working from a client centered perspective, with individuals, couples, families, teens, and adults.
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.
Dr. Tristan McBain
Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples experiencing sexual concerns, relationship or
marital
distress, and infertility using talk therapy with evidenced-based approaches.
You and your partner both love one another and value this relationship, but lately you haven't been on the same page. You don't recognize the person next to you or it's harder to picture what the future holds for your relationship. Perhaps you've drifted apart and function more like roommates than lovers. Or maybe there's a sore wound that needs mending. If there's frequent bickering or arguments, you may be stuck on getting through to each other. When you put your all into repeated attempts at reconnection, it's excruciatingly painful if it doesn't work. You're ready to break the negative patterns and embrace a new future together.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.