Christian Therapists in Edison, Kalamazoo, MI
Be proud of yourself for reaching out for help. Are you in need of a safe space to feel feelings, process hurt, & challenge yourself to grow? Do you have specific goals you want to address? Or not sure where to start? I believe sometimes the hardest things to talk about are the best things to talk about. I want to help you to identify, process, & express your thoughts, feelings, & concerns in a healthy way. I will respond with compassion, encouragement, validation, and accountability as we celebrate your growth, insight, and courage.
Be proud of yourself for reaching out for help. Are you in need of a safe space to feel feelings, process hurt, & challenge yourself to grow? Do you have specific goals you want to address? Or not sure where to start? I believe sometimes the hardest things to talk about are the best things to talk about. I want to help you to identify, process, & express your thoughts, feelings, & concerns in a healthy way. I will respond with compassion, encouragement, validation, and accountability as we celebrate your growth, insight, and courage.
As a person of color and a Christian, I understand stigma and faith, and we can explore how your beliefs support your growth.
You’ve been holding a lot on your own, and it’s starting to feel overwhelming. You may look like you have it all together while feeling anything but okay. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to heal. I work with women, preteen/teens, and families navigating emotions, relationships, and life changes. You may be people pleasing, avoiding conflict, or stuck in patterns from the past. Therapy can help you understand what’s holding you back, reconnect with yourself, and feel more confident and authentic. If you're not sure why you're here, it's okay. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
As a person of color and a Christian, I understand stigma and faith, and we can explore how your beliefs support your growth.
You’ve been holding a lot on your own, and it’s starting to feel overwhelming. You may look like you have it all together while feeling anything but okay. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to heal. I work with women, preteen/teens, and families navigating emotions, relationships, and life changes. You may be people pleasing, avoiding conflict, or stuck in patterns from the past. Therapy can help you understand what’s holding you back, reconnect with yourself, and feel more confident and authentic. If you're not sure why you're here, it's okay. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
I draw from talk therapy, CBT, EMDR, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-informed care, integrating Christian and spiritual support, including prayer when desired.
Alongside private practice, I provide agency-based Multisystemic Therapy (MST) for adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system. MST is an intensive, evidence-based treatment addressing behavior across home, school, peer, and community systems to reduce court involvement, strengthen families, and support lasting change for youth and caregivers.
I draw from talk therapy, CBT, EMDR, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-informed care, integrating Christian and spiritual support, including prayer when desired.
Alongside private practice, I provide agency-based Multisystemic Therapy (MST) for adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system. MST is an intensive, evidence-based treatment addressing behavior across home, school, peer, and community systems to reduce court involvement, strengthen families, and support lasting change for youth and caregivers.
Do you ever wish life could be different but don't know how to make make changes? Do you wish you could have someone to confide to that isn't part of your daily life and maybe someone who will give you wisdom and help shed light on patterns of thinking that might not be helpful to you? Do you long for space to share your inner thoughts and feelings without judgement? Over the years, I have worked with a variety of individuals ages 4-50 something who long for these exact things!
Do you ever wish life could be different but don't know how to make make changes? Do you wish you could have someone to confide to that isn't part of your daily life and maybe someone who will give you wisdom and help shed light on patterns of thinking that might not be helpful to you? Do you long for space to share your inner thoughts and feelings without judgement? Over the years, I have worked with a variety of individuals ages 4-50 something who long for these exact things!
To be able to enter into a season of recovery, one must take the step to enter into a season of vulnerability. Starting where you are and taking the first step can be difficult, though seeking help is a great place to start. I am passionate about self-advocacy and providing a safe space for you. I will tailor treatment to fit your unique needs and situation, while we work together to process through your concerns and harness your strength and resiliency.
To be able to enter into a season of recovery, one must take the step to enter into a season of vulnerability. Starting where you are and taking the first step can be difficult, though seeking help is a great place to start. I am passionate about self-advocacy and providing a safe space for you. I will tailor treatment to fit your unique needs and situation, while we work together to process through your concerns and harness your strength and resiliency.
Merry S Battles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CAADC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself feeling irritated or angry without a clear reason? Are you a married or single mother struggling to raise happy, well-adjusted children? Do you sometimes turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms during stressful times? If so, it’s time to address those feelings and make positive changes.
Do you find yourself feeling irritated or angry without a clear reason? Are you a married or single mother struggling to raise happy, well-adjusted children? Do you sometimes turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms during stressful times? If so, it’s time to address those feelings and make positive changes.
Duriel Cohen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you dealing with difficult life issues and need someone you can trust to help navigate through the frustrations, pain, uncertainty, and isolation that life's problems sometime bring? Do you know and believe that your present situation and circumstance isn't the end of your story but struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel? Or maybe you see the light, but struggle with how to reach the light. I want to help you not only reach the light at the end of the tunnel, but celebrate, enjoy, and experience the freedom, joy, excitement, and relief of walking in that light.
Are you dealing with difficult life issues and need someone you can trust to help navigate through the frustrations, pain, uncertainty, and isolation that life's problems sometime bring? Do you know and believe that your present situation and circumstance isn't the end of your story but struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel? Or maybe you see the light, but struggle with how to reach the light. I want to help you not only reach the light at the end of the tunnel, but celebrate, enjoy, and experience the freedom, joy, excitement, and relief of walking in that light.
Counseling is vital because it provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Counseling offers the support needed to work through issues that are meant to weigh us down. My approach to counseling involves addressing problems, assessing personal growth, and encouraging self-reflection. Choosing counseling is an act of self-care and empowerment, helping individuals overcome challenges and emerge stronger, more resilient, and more in tune with their true selves.
Counseling is vital because it provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Counseling offers the support needed to work through issues that are meant to weigh us down. My approach to counseling involves addressing problems, assessing personal growth, and encouraging self-reflection. Choosing counseling is an act of self-care and empowerment, helping individuals overcome challenges and emerge stronger, more resilient, and more in tune with their true selves.
I view therapy as a collaborative space where it is safe to share life’s difficulties. I find joy in working together to learn to cope with stressors and develop healthy habits for better managing relationships, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and setting healthy boundaries. My primary areas of expertise include treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as working with adjustment disorders and substance use disorders. To maintain a focus on your therapeutic goals, I do not engage in discussions about political topics during sessions. I keep our time focused on your personal experiences and goals.
I view therapy as a collaborative space where it is safe to share life’s difficulties. I find joy in working together to learn to cope with stressors and develop healthy habits for better managing relationships, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and setting healthy boundaries. My primary areas of expertise include treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as working with adjustment disorders and substance use disorders. To maintain a focus on your therapeutic goals, I do not engage in discussions about political topics during sessions. I keep our time focused on your personal experiences and goals.
Feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, trauma, or pain that won't let go? This is a space for you. Many of the adults I work with carry the weight of trauma, chronic stress, or relationship wounds that show up in the body as much as the mind. You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out. Whether you're navigating past trauma, struggling in your relationships, or simply exhausted from holding it all together, we'll work at your pace — with your whole self in mind.
Feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, trauma, or pain that won't let go? This is a space for you. Many of the adults I work with carry the weight of trauma, chronic stress, or relationship wounds that show up in the body as much as the mind. You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out. Whether you're navigating past trauma, struggling in your relationships, or simply exhausted from holding it all together, we'll work at your pace — with your whole self in mind.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) based in Michigan. I received my Masters from Grand Valley State University and have been practicing for 11 years.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) based in Michigan. I received my Masters from Grand Valley State University and have been practicing for 11 years.
Kalamazoo Empowerment Services, PLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMFT, CAADC, ADS
Edison, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
At KES, we believe healing begins when people feel seen, heard, and understood.
Life can be overwhelming. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, stress, grief, anger, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
Our compassionate therapists provide a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free space where individuals, couples, families, and groups can explore life’s challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. We meet you where you are and work alongside you to help you develop the tools, confidence, and support needed to succeed.
At KES, we believe healing begins when people feel seen, heard, and understood.
Life can be overwhelming. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, stress, grief, anger, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
Our compassionate therapists provide a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free space where individuals, couples, families, and groups can explore life’s challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. We meet you where you are and work alongside you to help you develop the tools, confidence, and support needed to succeed.
I am a therapist with 20+ years as a school psychologist, experienced in assessing learning disabilities and neurodivergence (ASD, ADHD, Emotional Disturbance). Ideal clients are children and families seeking clear evaluation ( as it pertains to therapy), behavioral intervention, and social skill development. They come for expert assessment, tailored positive behavioral plans, and evidence-based therapies (CBT, ABA) to build prosocial skills, reduce challenges, and improve daily functioning and quality of life.
I am a therapist with 20+ years as a school psychologist, experienced in assessing learning disabilities and neurodivergence (ASD, ADHD, Emotional Disturbance). Ideal clients are children and families seeking clear evaluation ( as it pertains to therapy), behavioral intervention, and social skill development. They come for expert assessment, tailored positive behavioral plans, and evidence-based therapies (CBT, ABA) to build prosocial skills, reduce challenges, and improve daily functioning and quality of life.
Are you ready to stop struggling with self-doubt, anxiety, depression and managing everyday life? Feeling pressured between personal and professional life? Now is your time to choose you and the courage to heal. I understand that life can be hard especially for Black women, dealing with the demands of life. As a Black female therapist with over 20 years of experience, I understand the challenges that women face. I specialize in providing tools that will help you overcome anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and women's issues. I am here to support you with compassion and understanding.
Are you ready to stop struggling with self-doubt, anxiety, depression and managing everyday life? Feeling pressured between personal and professional life? Now is your time to choose you and the courage to heal. I understand that life can be hard especially for Black women, dealing with the demands of life. As a Black female therapist with over 20 years of experience, I understand the challenges that women face. I specialize in providing tools that will help you overcome anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and women's issues. I am here to support you with compassion and understanding.
Welcome! Thank you for taking the first step in your healing journey. Counseling is a deeply personal journey and I look forward to helping you identify the root causes to the experiences you a facing.
I enjoy working with those experiencing symptoms related to PTSD, trauma, anxiety, addiction, disordered eating, or family/work related issues. I provide individual and couples therapy.
I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy by empowering you to reach your goals.
Additionally, if you or a family member are part of the aviation/military/first responder industry, I am trained to work with this unique population.
Welcome! Thank you for taking the first step in your healing journey. Counseling is a deeply personal journey and I look forward to helping you identify the root causes to the experiences you a facing.
I enjoy working with those experiencing symptoms related to PTSD, trauma, anxiety, addiction, disordered eating, or family/work related issues. I provide individual and couples therapy.
I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy by empowering you to reach your goals.
Additionally, if you or a family member are part of the aviation/military/first responder industry, I am trained to work with this unique population.
Welcome, I am so glad you are here and have chosen to spend your precious time to engage in therapy. Choosing therapy is a stepping stone to self care, and a step to be celebrated. Through my career I have engaged with families, children and adults, with a variety of emotional health needs. As a therapist, I focus on increasing self compassion as well as compassion for the important people in our lives. We will use CBT and DBT skills, motivational interviewing and some fun sessions with art therapy. I want you to feel empowered as well as have the skills to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Welcome, I am so glad you are here and have chosen to spend your precious time to engage in therapy. Choosing therapy is a stepping stone to self care, and a step to be celebrated. Through my career I have engaged with families, children and adults, with a variety of emotional health needs. As a therapist, I focus on increasing self compassion as well as compassion for the important people in our lives. We will use CBT and DBT skills, motivational interviewing and some fun sessions with art therapy. I want you to feel empowered as well as have the skills to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Hello! We will be a great fit for therapy if you are looking for tools to heal your sense of safety, trust, power & control, and self-esteem. We will especially be a great fit if you are interested in practicing skills around mindfulness, communication, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.
Participating in therapy for myself over the years makes me truly love the work that I do, and I believe in making therapy a comforting, safe, and validating place for my clients.
Hello! We will be a great fit for therapy if you are looking for tools to heal your sense of safety, trust, power & control, and self-esteem. We will especially be a great fit if you are interested in practicing skills around mindfulness, communication, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.
Participating in therapy for myself over the years makes me truly love the work that I do, and I believe in making therapy a comforting, safe, and validating place for my clients.
My priority is to walk alongside you in a supportive and collaborative way, always keeping your well-being at the forefront. Together, we will create a treatment plan and establish purposeful goals tailored to your unique needs. Through our sessions, and with actionable strategies you can practice between appointments, you’ll gain the tools to begin living a more satisfying and purposeful life today. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed, interested in stronger relationships, struggling with past trauma, or are simply looking for someone to listen and care, I want to help.
My priority is to walk alongside you in a supportive and collaborative way, always keeping your well-being at the forefront. Together, we will create a treatment plan and establish purposeful goals tailored to your unique needs. Through our sessions, and with actionable strategies you can practice between appointments, you’ll gain the tools to begin living a more satisfying and purposeful life today. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed, interested in stronger relationships, struggling with past trauma, or are simply looking for someone to listen and care, I want to help.
Hi, I’m Stephanie. I provide clinical mental health therapy and substance abuse treatment in both Michigan and Wisconsin. I have 10 years of experience in helping clients recover from addiction, regulate moods, manage anger, increase motivation, reduce anxiety, improve self-esteem and confidence, and overcome career difficulties. At some point in everyone’s life, we all need someone to help us navigate our way, so signing up for therapy was taking your first courageous step.
Hi, I’m Stephanie. I provide clinical mental health therapy and substance abuse treatment in both Michigan and Wisconsin. I have 10 years of experience in helping clients recover from addiction, regulate moods, manage anger, increase motivation, reduce anxiety, improve self-esteem and confidence, and overcome career difficulties. At some point in everyone’s life, we all need someone to help us navigate our way, so signing up for therapy was taking your first courageous step.
I am a limited license psychologist In Grand Rapids Michigan. I have my own practice where I specialize in working with adults and children. I have a CBT focused, Mindfulness approach to helping people with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Relationship issues, Boundaries, and Communication. As well as other cognitive challenges and personality disorders.
I am a limited license psychologist In Grand Rapids Michigan. I have my own practice where I specialize in working with adults and children. I have a CBT focused, Mindfulness approach to helping people with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Relationship issues, Boundaries, and Communication. As well as other cognitive challenges and personality disorders.
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What can a Christian therapist help with?
Many Christian counselors incorporate faith-based principles into psychotherapy and draw guidance from biblical writings. This approach may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing concerns related to faith, prolonged grief, substance use, or questions about life’s purpose. Christian therapists may also offer marital, premarital, or family counseling. These can be helpful options if your concerns are more relational in nature, such as communication challenges in a marriage, conflict within a family, or adjustment following a major family transition, such as divorce or a move.
How does Christian faith shape the therapy experience?
Christian faith can shape the therapy experience by giving you a familiar framework for discussing meaning, purpose, forgiveness, relationships, and hope in sessions. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may draw on Christian values, prayer, or spiritual reflection alongside other therapeutic approaches. In addition, while training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has shown that a strong alliance between you and your therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns, but also shares a client’s faith and values. Nevertheless, an ethical Christian therapist should be clear about how they incorporate faith and should respect the level of spiritual discussion that feels right for you.
Does Christian therapy work across different denominations?
Christian therapy can be helpful for people from various different Christian traditions, including Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, and Anglican backgrounds. Many Christian therapists are able to support clients across denominations by focusing on shared Christian values, such as faith, prayer, forgiveness, and hope. That said, denomination can matter for some clients. A person’s identified denomination may shape how they understand relationships and life roles. If these differences are important to you, it may be helpful to ask a therapist whether they have experience working with clients from your specific denomination or faith tradition.
Can a Christian therapist help with marriage and couples counseling?
Christian faith-based therapy can take many different forms, including marriage counseling and couples counseling. Some therapists may also offer Christian pre-marital counseling. In these settings, Christian therapists may work with couples on concerns such as communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, parenting, and major life transitions. A Christian therapist may also help couples explore how shared Christian beliefs shape the relationship. They may encourage you and your partner to practice skills learned in therapy in your everyday lives, including both faith-based practices and non-faith-based tools, such as prayer or communication skills.
Can a Christian therapist help with sensitive issues like sex, trauma, or addiction?
Licensed therapists with adequate training should be equipped to help with a number of sensitive issues, including sex, trauma, and addiction. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may help explore how your spiritual beliefs relate to your challenges, healing, and recovery. A competent and ethical Christian therapist should not judge, shame, or impose a particular belief when discussing these topics, and if you feel judged, it may be time to seek another therapist.
How can a Christian therapist support family therapy?
Christian family therapy can help families address conflict, communication challenges, parenting concerns, grief, or adjustment following a major life transition. A Christian therapist may support family members in understanding one another’s perspectives, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, and rebuilding trust. For families who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may also help explore how family values related to Christianity can support healing.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with Christian clients?
If religion is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Christian clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask how they incorporate Christian values into therapy or how they approach certain topics that matter to you. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your religious background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles and have identified as Christian. It shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.