Veterans Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
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Garry D Waterman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life can be hard. You may be struggling right now. Your children may have behavior problems. You may be battling anxiety, depression, feelings of hopelessness, or lack of confidence. You may be a veteran dealing with
military
life issues. These moments are where I come in. As a clinical social worker, I consider it a privilege to help anyone overcome their struggles and challenges. Seeing someone have their hope restored gives me contentment. I would like to extend my invitation to you, and together we will work on bringing back the happier, calmer, more confident, and better YOU.

Mariah Masell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am experienced in helping clients with a variety of life challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD, gender identity, trauma, grief, and anger management. I specialize in working with teens and young adults in the LGBTQIA community, neurodivergent individuals, health care workers, and
veterans
. In addition, I have training in veterinary social work, which includes working with veterinarians and animal rescue workers, as well as addressing issues surrounding pet loss and grief.

Deena Iris Cantu
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
, combat
veterans
, post aborted women, post-partum depressed, sexual abuse, childhood trauma and others.
I work well with clients seeking help for problems with anxiety and depression. Those referred to me with these issues find that symptomatically they are struggling with panic, sleep disturbances, worry thoughts, self-defeating thoughts/behaviors, eating disorders,addictions and unknowingly, at times, some of their difficulties have been attached to old trauma. Many people with these sorts of struggles find that this spills over into problems with relationships and/or functioning at work and school. Areas of intimacy, both emotional and sexual are important work also. I work with individuals, married couples,families, and groups.

Marcie Dullea
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have specialized training working with
military
members,
veterans
, and victims of sexual assault, with Star Behavioral Health certification in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
If you are struggling with issues with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, suicidal ideation, PTSD, or OCD I am able to guide you to a better place. I work with individuals, families, and couples. My therapeutic style is eclectic, which means I strive to fit your needs and your lifestyle. I also have over 20 years experience working with families that struggle with parenting skills and children with defiance issues.

Omar H Flores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Using substances is a common form of trying to cope with family and relationship stress; it could be difficult with one’s personal history, personal trauma,
military
or similar trauma, even every-day chronic stress.
Most of us act with the best of intentions and don’t always get the results we were expecting. As a counselor, my role is not to tell a client what to do, but rather to help clients examine what their goals are, different ways goals can be achieved, and to provide supportive and honest feedback through a therapeutic relationship. I have lived in and around very diverse communities throughout my life, and I take pride in understanding and honoring everyone’s unique culture and beliefs.

Jonathan J. Eggerichs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Love & Respect Counseling provides services for a variety of mental health issues (depression, trauma, loss/grief, anxiety, marital counseling, other relationship issues, issues related to
military
service, etc.) in a private practice setting. It is a warm, inviting space where the goal is for you to feel hopeful and encouraged while you engage in the counseling process. Counseling is a collaborative process and we will work together to achieve a desired outcome.

Gina Essex
Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
First Responders; On-Duty/Retired Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, Paramedics, Dispatchers, Forensic personnel, Emergency Medical personnel,
Military
personnel and
Veterans
.
I specialize in working with individuals who experience symptoms related to complex trauma, with a special focus on First Responders—including on-duty and retired Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, Paramedics, Dispatchers, Forensic personnel as well as
Military
veterans
and personnel. I provide somatically informed psychotherapy for people who experience psycho-biological symptoms and challenges including anxiety, depression, insomnia, relationship problems, chronic pain, physical health problems, parenting challenges, grief and loss, self-harm behaviors and more.

Cristina Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified
Verified
I am also experienced in
military
life and the struggles and rewards that come from that.
You have the skills and strength you need to make the changes and the life that you want. But maybe you need some support or encouragement along the way. It is so rewarding to see a client make lasting, positive changes and to be able to walk alongside them as they achieve their goals.

Joshua Bishop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
They are moms, dads, foster kids,
veterans
, law enforcement, clergy, medical professionals, and everything in between.
My specialty is in treating sexual abuse, anxiety, trauma and PTSD effectively and efficiently. I'm trained in 3 evidence-based (validated by research) therapies for treating PTSD, and my goal is to help you find healing without wasting your time or money. During your first appointments, we'll determine the best plan for your therapy. Some approaches emphasize talking, while others have very little talking. Some use creative elements and story, while others work directly to treat your brain and nervous system. I also provide general counseling for depression, anxiety, relations

Deborah J Harrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My practice incorporates an eclectic approach, based upon many years of experience and training as a social work therapist for the
military
.
Tele-mental health therapy provides the means of reaching clients who might, otherwise, never seek treatment due to reasons such as distance, discomfort with entering any therapy office, or due to continued need for social distancing and/or illness. I utilize a HIPPA supported tele-health platform. This allows clients to engage in secure and confidential telehealth appointments. Each can be granted access to private tele-mental health sessions while remaining inside the security and comfort of your home, or perhaps during the office lunch break. I offer weekday sessions, as well as limited evening and weekend appointments.

Amanda Bernés
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm happy to have the opportunity to support you on your journey towards greater emotional well-being. I’ll meet you where you’re at with a compassionate and collaborative approach while working with you to navigate life's challenges to create a safe space for growth and healing. I strive to provide a supportive experience as we focus on your unique history. We will employ evidence-based practices while working to gather an understanding of your past to establish your present and future goals.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMT-P
Verified
Verified
I specialize in utilizing EMDR to address trauma, anxiety, first responder challenges, and PTSD. I believe every person is unique and ultimately the expert in their own life. The body and mind are intricately connected and need to be examined together, to accurately assess and reach a resolution for life's demands.

Nikki Vega
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Nikki has served in the Army, been a teacher and brings her experiences with people of diverse nationalities, languages, faiths, and cultures led to her therapy. As a licensed clinical social worker, Nikki has assisted clients of all ages in diagnosis and assessment and adolescents, adults, and seniors in therapy. She enjoys working with people who are going through life changes, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma to help create a more stable and happier sense of self in order to better understand and process where they are in their lives.

Ryan Nicholas Kron
PhD, MS
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Self-Improvement is scary. Change is terrifying. It’s hard and feels impossible. As a psychological coach, I have the expertise necessary to help you/family/children no matter how difficult the change may be. Relationship/Family conflict? Teenager issues? Men stuff? Parenting? 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 building on your strengths & resources. I am real and practical. Your journey to centered and balanced life has begun. We can do this together! Chicago sessions virtual only

John C Sullivan
Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC, CCTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a veteran, I've seen people in all forms of crises and facing all manners of difficulties in their lives. Working through marital and family crises, life transitions, career changes, severe traumas, depression, anxiety, and all manners of things was an every day experience for us and learning to cope with these issues can be difficult. Finding jobs, mending relationships, getting through depression - all things that can be worked on and I would love to help.
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Koinonia Counseling Center, PLLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
KCC clinicians specialize in trauma and work from a trauma-informed platform. What this means is that we treat various mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and substance use from the idea that trauma has affected the individual’s overall mental health. We also treat Dissociative Disorders, and we are both rainbow allies and seek to provide a nurturing, empathetic environment for our clients. We also enthusiastically celebrate all diversity and have specific skills and experience in relation to working with the disabled minority.

Tim D. Van Antwerp
Pre-Licensed Professional, LLMSW, QIDP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I think some good tools to have to start with are openness and a willingness/motivation to grow. You have already taken the first step! I'm here to help you achieve your goals by providing options, ideas, solutions, and the strategies to get there. YOU are my ideal client. Let's level up, let's start today!

Moving Forward Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
Whether working with individuals or couples, Laura brings a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to her work, and she is committed to building strong relationships with her clients based on trust, respect, and empathy. Her dedication to her clients and her profession is truly inspiring, and she is widely respected in her field for her expertise, her professionalism, and her unwavering commitment to the well-being of her clients.

Stephanie Barrette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Let’s be honest. Life gets real sometimes. Things happen and we can wind up feeling stuck, lost, or hopeless. To top it all off, we often feel pressured to put on a brave face and weather the storm. It’s for these reasons that I founded Sunshine Counseling. You deserve a space where you can be yourself, where you don’t have to hide, and where you can safely process life. Truth be told, I named my therapy practice after a mug my friend gave me which sarcastically declares, "I am a ray of freaking sunshine!" This cheeky little mug actually encapsulates my world view. It is not all sunshine and rainbows. And that's ok.

Micah Bell - Conscious Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
As a licensed clinical therapist and school social worker, my goal, focus and passion is to help every person I work with meet their full potential by helping them with healing and understanding “The Process”. I take pride in standing with you in exploring various behaviors that hinder success (thoughts, emotions, actions and inactions) with compassion and empathy.
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