Women's Issues Therapists in Kentwood, MI
My story has inspired in me a passion for coming alongside others throughout life's journey. As a lover of storytelling, I truly enjoy getting to know people through listening to them share their experiences and learning what they think and feel about the things that are important to them. I believe that counseling can be a place where sharing stories leads to greater connection, clarity, and healing. My desire is for clients to develop an understanding of their own unique story as well as hope and skills for the future as their story continues to unfold.
My story has inspired in me a passion for coming alongside others throughout life's journey. As a lover of storytelling, I truly enjoy getting to know people through listening to them share their experiences and learning what they think and feel about the things that are important to them. I believe that counseling can be a place where sharing stories leads to greater connection, clarity, and healing. My desire is for clients to develop an understanding of their own unique story as well as hope and skills for the future as their story continues to unfold.
Life can be messy, unpredictable, wonderful, and fragile. It can also be overwhelming, so I value opportunities to slow down and listen to our bodies, emotions, and needs. Therapy is a space where you can do that - and not do it alone. I primarily work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity issues, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach has evolved to be influenced by relational, emotion-focused, person-centered, and attachment-based therapy, while remaining trauma-informed.
Life can be messy, unpredictable, wonderful, and fragile. It can also be overwhelming, so I value opportunities to slow down and listen to our bodies, emotions, and needs. Therapy is a space where you can do that - and not do it alone. I primarily work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity issues, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach has evolved to be influenced by relational, emotion-focused, person-centered, and attachment-based therapy, while remaining trauma-informed.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I am dedicated to providing thoughtful, compassionate, and individualized psychotherapy to help you achieve change and personal growth. I understand that what may work in helping one person meet their goals may not work for another. Therefore, I use a flexible, individualized, and integrative approach to help you achieve a greater sense of well being by gaining understanding and greater mastery over the factors that underlie your difficulties. I will also work with you to build on your existing strengths and develop new skills to resolve your concerns.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I am dedicated to providing thoughtful, compassionate, and individualized psychotherapy to help you achieve change and personal growth. I understand that what may work in helping one person meet their goals may not work for another. Therefore, I use a flexible, individualized, and integrative approach to help you achieve a greater sense of well being by gaining understanding and greater mastery over the factors that underlie your difficulties. I will also work with you to build on your existing strengths and develop new skills to resolve your concerns.
I specialize in treating anxiety, infertility, relationship issues, attachment issues, life adjustments, and women's issues.
My goal is to create a calm and safe space for you to share and process your story and explore solutions. I aim to make your experience with therapy a positive one by assuring you feel heard, encouraged and seen. I believe the client/therapist relationship is a powerful healing tool to success in your life. I am a Psychotherapist who earned my graduate degree from The University of Michigan School of Social Work. I enjoy working with college students and adults. I use an attachment theory framework to help you process childhood trauma and interpersonal relationships.
I specialize in treating anxiety, infertility, relationship issues, attachment issues, life adjustments, and women's issues.
My goal is to create a calm and safe space for you to share and process your story and explore solutions. I aim to make your experience with therapy a positive one by assuring you feel heard, encouraged and seen. I believe the client/therapist relationship is a powerful healing tool to success in your life. I am a Psychotherapist who earned my graduate degree from The University of Michigan School of Social Work. I enjoy working with college students and adults. I use an attachment theory framework to help you process childhood trauma and interpersonal relationships.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health. What works for one person may not work for another, and that’s an important part of the process. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you—offering support, perspective, and tools for growth. One of the most challenging and meaningful steps can be understanding your story and continuing to grow from it. My goal is not to tell you how to live, but to help you navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and self-awareness.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health. What works for one person may not work for another, and that’s an important part of the process. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you—offering support, perspective, and tools for growth. One of the most challenging and meaningful steps can be understanding your story and continuing to grow from it. My goal is not to tell you how to live, but to help you navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and self-awareness.
Life can be complicated. These complications know no economic, age, sex, religious, or racial boundary. As a practitioner working with individuals to empower them is my passion and privilege. If you are currently working to navigate through a difficult time we can work together to set goals, realize and regain your strengths to develop a long-term plan for success. There are times when everyone needs to strengthen his or her coping skills, see the situation from another view, or simply say it aloud. There are also times when the work that needs to be done is very serious. And deep. And difficult.
Life can be complicated. These complications know no economic, age, sex, religious, or racial boundary. As a practitioner working with individuals to empower them is my passion and privilege. If you are currently working to navigate through a difficult time we can work together to set goals, realize and regain your strengths to develop a long-term plan for success. There are times when everyone needs to strengthen his or her coping skills, see the situation from another view, or simply say it aloud. There are also times when the work that needs to be done is very serious. And deep. And difficult.
Tamara Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I have a particular interest in women's issues as well as female empowerment, adapting to times of transition, healing past abuse, and personal resilience following grief, guilt or shame.
If life has become chaotic and overwhelming, or maybe you feel isolated with anxiety, stress, depression or grief, I’m available to help you sort through these challenges. Many struggle with parenting burnout, chronic illness, abuse, family dynamics, employment, transitions and relationships. As a licensed clinical social worker with over 20yrs of professional experience I've had the privilege to work with adults, kids and families, seeking emotional support and healing. Through the scope of a multicultural background, I offer a therapeutic approach emphasized by inclusion, awareness, compassion, advocacy, patience and cooperation.
I have a particular interest in women's issues as well as female empowerment, adapting to times of transition, healing past abuse, and personal resilience following grief, guilt or shame.
If life has become chaotic and overwhelming, or maybe you feel isolated with anxiety, stress, depression or grief, I’m available to help you sort through these challenges. Many struggle with parenting burnout, chronic illness, abuse, family dynamics, employment, transitions and relationships. As a licensed clinical social worker with over 20yrs of professional experience I've had the privilege to work with adults, kids and families, seeking emotional support and healing. Through the scope of a multicultural background, I offer a therapeutic approach emphasized by inclusion, awareness, compassion, advocacy, patience and cooperation.
There comes a time when we all need support in remembering who we are. So many of us have learned to shrink, perform, or lose ourselves in order to belong. This can leave us feeling disconnected, lonely, overwhelmed, or unsure of who we are beneath the roles we've learned to carry. You may be thoughtful, capable, deeply feeling, and exhausted from carrying so much. Many of the individuals I work with are highly sensitive, often therapists, healers, helpers, and cycle-breakers, longing for deeper authenticity, secure attachment, meaningful relationships, self-trust, and a more wholehearted connection with themselves and their lives.
There comes a time when we all need support in remembering who we are. So many of us have learned to shrink, perform, or lose ourselves in order to belong. This can leave us feeling disconnected, lonely, overwhelmed, or unsure of who we are beneath the roles we've learned to carry. You may be thoughtful, capable, deeply feeling, and exhausted from carrying so much. Many of the individuals I work with are highly sensitive, often therapists, healers, helpers, and cycle-breakers, longing for deeper authenticity, secure attachment, meaningful relationships, self-trust, and a more wholehearted connection with themselves and their lives.
We are looking to help individuals with suicidal ideation, self harm, trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, grief, work stress, or life changes. Email or call to make a appointment.
We are looking to help individuals with suicidal ideation, self harm, trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, grief, work stress, or life changes. Email or call to make a appointment.
I believe that every person has the capacity to experience new levels of wholeness. Therapy can be a catalyst for growth; a place to be fully seen, known, and equipped. I work with women in transition, whether you're navigating college, career, marriage, or motherhood, as well as the "less shiny" changes; most especially the painful seasons. We'll work together to create sustainable rhythms for mind-body-spirit wellness. I offer a somatics-based EMDR integration to strengthen nervous system regulation or work through unprocessed trauma. Sessions offer a contained space to work through the stuff you find yourself avoiding.
I believe that every person has the capacity to experience new levels of wholeness. Therapy can be a catalyst for growth; a place to be fully seen, known, and equipped. I work with women in transition, whether you're navigating college, career, marriage, or motherhood, as well as the "less shiny" changes; most especially the painful seasons. We'll work together to create sustainable rhythms for mind-body-spirit wellness. I offer a somatics-based EMDR integration to strengthen nervous system regulation or work through unprocessed trauma. Sessions offer a contained space to work through the stuff you find yourself avoiding.
Hi, I’m Audrey. I’m an AASECT certified sex therapist. Before you read anymore, I want you to know that you are seen, you are valued, and you are important. My assumption is you may feel anxious, alone, curious, frustrated, confused or some of all those things (or none- that’s okay too). I provide a safe space for you to feel brave on your path towards awareness & growth through an empowering therapeutic relationship. It’s a privilege for me to walk alongside you, whether you are an individual or couple.
Hi, I’m Audrey. I’m an AASECT certified sex therapist. Before you read anymore, I want you to know that you are seen, you are valued, and you are important. My assumption is you may feel anxious, alone, curious, frustrated, confused or some of all those things (or none- that’s okay too). I provide a safe space for you to feel brave on your path towards awareness & growth through an empowering therapeutic relationship. It’s a privilege for me to walk alongside you, whether you are an individual or couple.
Hi, I'm Danielle! I primarily work with young adults looking to address concerns of anxiety, trauma, attachment wounds, abandonment issues, OCD, rejection, perfectionism, depression, boundaries, relationships, college-life, grief, panic, faith, abuse, body-image, identity and more. Life can be really hard sometimes but if you're wanting to make a change, I'm here to help you achieve your goals. If this isn't your story, that's okay! Lets connect and starting mapping out what works best for you.
Hi, I'm Danielle! I primarily work with young adults looking to address concerns of anxiety, trauma, attachment wounds, abandonment issues, OCD, rejection, perfectionism, depression, boundaries, relationships, college-life, grief, panic, faith, abuse, body-image, identity and more. Life can be really hard sometimes but if you're wanting to make a change, I'm here to help you achieve your goals. If this isn't your story, that's okay! Lets connect and starting mapping out what works best for you.
Hi! I'm glad you found me.
Our minds and hearts can feel heavy sometimes. Whatever you're carrying, know that you don't have to carry it alone. I take a warm, relational approach to my work, and I'd love to connect if you're curious about therapy. I want to get to know the whole you- not just the challenges you're facing. I help people better connect with their thoughts and bodies, discover and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, and move towards greater understanding and acceptance of self.
Hi! I'm glad you found me.
Our minds and hearts can feel heavy sometimes. Whatever you're carrying, know that you don't have to carry it alone. I take a warm, relational approach to my work, and I'd love to connect if you're curious about therapy. I want to get to know the whole you- not just the challenges you're facing. I help people better connect with their thoughts and bodies, discover and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, and move towards greater understanding and acceptance of self.
You deserve a space where you don’t have to explain your existence—where your pain is honored, your joy is celebrated, and your healing is prioritized. I support Black women navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and identity shifts with a culturally affirming, trauma-informed approach that centers your truth and restores your power. When you’re ready to breathe, unravel, and begin again—I’m here.
You deserve a space where you don’t have to explain your existence—where your pain is honored, your joy is celebrated, and your healing is prioritized. I support Black women navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and identity shifts with a culturally affirming, trauma-informed approach that centers your truth and restores your power. When you’re ready to breathe, unravel, and begin again—I’m here.
My ideal client is someone looking to make a change and work towards their goals. It is hard to identify how and sometimes it feels overwhelming, but that is why I am here to help!
I think people come to my practice due to my welcoming energy and my knowledge of tools and techniques. I love to get to know you as the person you are and find the best avenue for you in reaching your goals. My goal is to give you the skills to no longer need counseling and be able to take on what life throws you with the confidence of how to handle it!
My ideal client is someone looking to make a change and work towards their goals. It is hard to identify how and sometimes it feels overwhelming, but that is why I am here to help!
I think people come to my practice due to my welcoming energy and my knowledge of tools and techniques. I love to get to know you as the person you are and find the best avenue for you in reaching your goals. My goal is to give you the skills to no longer need counseling and be able to take on what life throws you with the confidence of how to handle it!
The decision to start therapy can be overwhelming & anxiety provoking. You may be wondering how therapy can help or who the right therapist is. You're not alone! My hope is to help you feel comfortable & confident in your decision to be here. I have over eight years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, life transitions, mood disorders, family &/or relational conflict, grief, complex medical diagnoses, & trauma. I strive to create an environment in which we identify where change is needed while highlighting the strengths you already possess. I value building trust, fostering connection, & embracing vulnerability.
The decision to start therapy can be overwhelming & anxiety provoking. You may be wondering how therapy can help or who the right therapist is. You're not alone! My hope is to help you feel comfortable & confident in your decision to be here. I have over eight years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, life transitions, mood disorders, family &/or relational conflict, grief, complex medical diagnoses, & trauma. I strive to create an environment in which we identify where change is needed while highlighting the strengths you already possess. I value building trust, fostering connection, & embracing vulnerability.
You don’t have to keep holding it all together.
If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or weighed down by things you can’t explain, you're not alone. Life gets heavy sometimes, and it’s okay to need support. Whatever you're carrying, you deserve a space where you can slow down, feel safe, and start to heal. Together, we’ll slow things down and figure out what’s really going on, not just the symptoms, but the stories underneath them.
You don’t have to keep holding it all together.
If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or weighed down by things you can’t explain, you're not alone. Life gets heavy sometimes, and it’s okay to need support. Whatever you're carrying, you deserve a space where you can slow down, feel safe, and start to heal. Together, we’ll slow things down and figure out what’s really going on, not just the symptoms, but the stories underneath them.
The ups and downs in life can be unexpected and difficult. I strive to partner with my clients to help them better cope with challenging life situations. My specialty is helping others to better learn about, understand, and cope with past trauma so that they are able to move forward in life. I believe in the power of coping skills, self-care, and evidence-based practices. I've worked with survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, addiction, accidents, loss, and everyday stress. I also have extensive experience supporting those involved with the foster care system and adoption.
The ups and downs in life can be unexpected and difficult. I strive to partner with my clients to help them better cope with challenging life situations. My specialty is helping others to better learn about, understand, and cope with past trauma so that they are able to move forward in life. I believe in the power of coping skills, self-care, and evidence-based practices. I've worked with survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, addiction, accidents, loss, and everyday stress. I also have extensive experience supporting those involved with the foster care system and adoption.
I believe that clients are the authors of their own lives and, as such, have the potential to turn the page and write the next chapter however they want. I work collaboratively with clients to provide tools and prepare them for a future in which their potential is recognized.
I believe that clients are the authors of their own lives and, as such, have the potential to turn the page and write the next chapter however they want. I work collaboratively with clients to provide tools and prepare them for a future in which their potential is recognized.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I am so excited to work with you. I know that starting therapy can be overwhelming. As you take your first steps, my goal is to start where you are at and guide you in discovering what you need from therapy. I have been in this field for 10+ years. This has allowed me to work with a variety of clients (young, old, and everything in between). Some minority populations I have worked with include women, immigrants, children of immigrants, adoptees, refugees, and Hispanics.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I am so excited to work with you. I know that starting therapy can be overwhelming. As you take your first steps, my goal is to start where you are at and guide you in discovering what you need from therapy. I have been in this field for 10+ years. This has allowed me to work with a variety of clients (young, old, and everything in between). Some minority populations I have worked with include women, immigrants, children of immigrants, adoptees, refugees, and Hispanics.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.