Therapists in Kentwood, MI
Not accepting new clients

Maija Grisa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Choosing the right therapist can be a really difficult decision. One of the biggest barriers to starting therapy may simply be that you don’t know what to expect. My goal as a therapist is to provide you with complete transparency as we work together to reach your goals. My role in our relationship is to support you as you process, grow, and heal.
Not accepting new clients

Lawrence Donta' Young
Counselor, LLPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My goal is to be able to walk along side of the individuals and families, and to help navigate the desired destination of the client. I trust that this will happen by making sure that there is communication and expectations that are attainable and desirable for all involved parties. I use multiple approaches to accomplish this.

Kerby Killingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I always knew that in some capacity, I wanted to work in a profession that would allow me to help people. As a young adult, I realized that counseling would be an amazing way for me to work with people as they face difficulties in life. I attended Grand Valley State University where I received my Bachelor's degree in psychology and later the University of Phoenix where I received my Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling.

Sarah Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Hello! My role as a therapist is to provide you with a non-judgmental, safe environment, that allows for personal growth. I believe that having a happy, healthy, fulfilling life is not only related to physical health, but is strongly intertwined with mental health as well. I acknowledge that every person is unique in their needs, as well as what is needed from a counseling relationship and adapt to your needs.

Davison Sarai Nicholas
Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC, MST-PSB
It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.

Eric Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello there! My name is Eric and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been working in the mental health field since 2011, ranging from providing support in an inpatient psychiatric setting to providing telehealth crisis management and services, and more recently transitioning to working more one-on-one. My focus is to be able to work with you to take a closer look at what has been going on in life leading to this moment, what it is that we can address together, and how we can move together towards achieving a better tomorrow for you! One step at a time.
Kentwood, MI 49512
& Online

Brian K Fujii
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, MAC, CAMS
Verified
Verified
"Why is my life so out of control?" This is a very common question patients ask me when first entering treatment. The real question is what are the underlying root causes that is generating these challenging behaviors. Through a thorough assessment I will help you identify such areas as depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder, life stressors, etc. that may actually be driving the dysfunctional behaviors of alcoholism and/or drug abuse, marital distress, poor anger management and overall stressful interpersonal conflicts. Let me help you develop a plan of action to get your life back today.
Waitlist for new clients

Carmelita N Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Me 1st Counseling Services, LLC desires to walk along side of individuals, families, and groups as they navigate through life many complexities. One of the sure ways to do this is by working to make sure that communication on all levels and in all types of relationships is most effective, while having a high level of integrity and ethics coupled with multiple counseling approaches and life-coaching.
Kentwood, MI 49508
& Online
Waitlist for new clients

Debra Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LPC, MA, MBA
Verified
Verified
If your life has been disrupted by anxiety, anger, depression, an addiction or the crisis of a divorce/break-up, job loss, financial difficulty or parenting challenge, know that you are not alone and that counseling can help you - heal; conquer any type of challenge; establish a workable life plan; repair relationships; renew your faith; and restore your emotional health. If your child is struggling with a behavior problem, ADHD, a learning difficulty or worrisome levels of stress and anxiety, counseling can help them gain self-control, alter disruptive behavior, use effective coping skills and restore their self-confidence.
Waitlist for new clients

Hope Welch
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
Verified
Is life a little overwhelming right now? You deserve to be heard in a non-judgmental environment regardless of your life journey and the issues that you're currently facing. Despite what challenge it is that you're experiencing, there is a road map to improving your life satisfaction. Counseling can provide a space for each individual to self-navigate current life situations. You'll also learn coping skills for when future stressors arise. I offer Christian counseling as an option for those interested but I love working with people from all walks of life.

Julia Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CGCS, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You want to be loved again? You want to have conversations without arguing all of the time. There’s no such thing as normal these days. It's rough. Every. Day. Nothing is getting resolved and you’re both walking on eggshells. Where did the fun, the laughter, the romance go? It seems like you just don't understand each other anymore. You're tired of living with a roommate. When we work together expect it to be direct. We'll find effective and practical solutions for your relationship hurts and struggles. I keep it real and relevant. You want your relationship to be better? So do I. Let's work together to make it happen.

Tim Popma
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Tim and I am looking forward to working with you! To me, counseling is a shared partnership in which we work together to explore solutions that work for your life. My role as your counselor is to be a listener, witness, and facilitator in assisting you with your goals. I believe positive change and positive outcomes are possible and that you possess strengths to find solutions to your concerns and problems.

Oriana Christina Bruno
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, ICAADC, CTS
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Over the past eighteen years, I have worked in community mental health, residential and private practice facilities helping children, adolescents, and adults solve problems and make significant changes in their lives. I am a Limited Licensed Psychologist, Certified Trauma Specialist, Adoption Specialist and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I strongly believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important element in making lasting changes. Helping you feel comfortable so we can build a trusting and secure relationship is my goal.

Kristine Galli
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Especially in times of crisis or transition, when the things we look to for our identity or sense of self are in flux or lost, we can feel lost ourselves. We wonder who we are, what we’re doing, and where we’re going. Our minds get foggy, we feel stuck and aimless, and we’re often overwhelmed by our thoughts. We get caught up in our emotions and forget what grounds and centers us.
Kentwood, MI 49512
& Online

Lynn Jackson
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified
Verified
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and adults, in order for them to process individual difficulties, devise a plan of action, and facilitate emotional health and well-being. My client base includes those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, sexual and physical abuse, parenting difficulties, relationship issues, and family discord. I view myself as a coach to help identify strengths, determine what might be hindering progress, and pave the way for moving forward.

Valencia Agnew
PhD, DBTC
17 Endorsed
17 Endorsed
I believe in the unique potential within each and every one of us, and it is this belief that drives me to help those in need. My passion and compassion, along with almost 14 years of experience, help me provide clients with tools, guidance, and support needed to journey towards healing, self-exploration, and resolution. I am known to work on many of the more difficult cases in the Grand Rapids area, and recognized by the school, legal and healthcare communities as being a leading provider of group and counseling services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Katie Bozek
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe people are relational-beings, meaning, we develop and live our lives in relationships with others. When these relationships become distressed, it can lead to a multitude of feelings, such as depression, stress, anxiety and an overall feeling of uneasiness. These are the times when a person may need some guidance and help accessing their personal resources to find more balance in those relationships and in life in general.

Gary Watson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Sad, Worried, and Stubborn Teenagers; Rocky Relationships; Worried Parents; and Stressed Individuals. These are the people I help. You probably already know what the problem is and what you don’t want anymore. You don’t want to be sad, you don’t want to be in this rut, or you're tired of arguing with your teenager or spouse about the same things over and over. Trying to solve it yourself can be like trying to eat a huge pizza that hasn’t been cut into slices-- it's overwhelming and you don’t know where to start. My job is to help you break the solution into pieces so you can decide where to start and what your next steps are.

Kara Lilly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Do you struggle with anxious thoughts? Have you experienced harm in your past? Are you or others getting in the way of you living your best life? You are not alone. I am here to listen and to give you the tools that you need for positive change.
Pamela D. Jennings
Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified
Verified
I especially enjoy working with women broadly on empowerment issues in the areas of emotional coping, stress managment and self care, trauma, addictions, self esteem, and functioning healthily in relationships. I have experience working with women who struggle with eating disorders, childhood abuse and abuse in adult relationships, post-partum depression, major depression, and anxiety disorders. I have lengthy experience in treating men and women with substance abuse and dependence issues indivdually and in groups using a number of approaches.
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What type of Kentwood mental health professional is right for me?
While most types of therapy have a lot in common, they also fall into clusters that share core features, such as cognitive therapies or psychodynamic approaches. It is important to seek someone who practices evidence-based therapy, meaning one or more forms of treatment that have been scientifically evaluated and tested, and demonstrate consistent improvement for a majority of patients.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist or counselor in Kentwood?
When looking to find a therapist, start by considering training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Understanding cost and insurance coverage is an important concern for many people. With some basic research and conversations with prospective therapists, you should be able to have a good understanding of the best way to afford therapy.