Parenting Therapists in Middleville, MI
Bret Alan Hoxworth
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Middleville, MI 49333
I am a seasoned, compassionate therapist, with over 25 years of counseling experience in assisting you to navigate life and heal inside & in your various relationships. EMDR is the most powerful tool for healing that I have acquired to help you find inner strength and peace. Along with EMDR, I have been trained in an adjunct treatment called LENS to reset the brain and optimize its functioning and ability to calmly focus. These adjunct treatments turn out to be a winning combination for many seeking inner peace, healthy self-esteem, & more wholeness. I am also skilled in helping you gain and maintain your addiction recovery.
I am a seasoned, compassionate therapist, with over 25 years of counseling experience in assisting you to navigate life and heal inside & in your various relationships. EMDR is the most powerful tool for healing that I have acquired to help you find inner strength and peace. Along with EMDR, I have been trained in an adjunct treatment called LENS to reset the brain and optimize its functioning and ability to calmly focus. These adjunct treatments turn out to be a winning combination for many seeking inner peace, healthy self-esteem, & more wholeness. I am also skilled in helping you gain and maintain your addiction recovery.
I am committed to providing a comfortable and warm therapeutic experience for clients to explore their experiences and needs. In understanding how your story fits with who you are and identifying ways to manifest what you want, together we'll build self-awareness, healthier relationships, and effective coping.
I am committed to providing a comfortable and warm therapeutic experience for clients to explore their experiences and needs. In understanding how your story fits with who you are and identifying ways to manifest what you want, together we'll build self-awareness, healthier relationships, and effective coping.
You didn’t expect things to turn out this way. You’re heart pounds and your head gets fuzzy. Things are SO challenging lately. You’re feeling Overwhelmed and underappreciated, but.. I mean, everyone’s overwhelmed or feeling self-doubt and pressure, right? Doesn’t everyone feel like they don’t fit in or awkward? You’re really good at putting on that happy face for your friends & family, but inside you feel like nothing ever goes as planned, you’re stressed, unsatisfied and overwhelmed. Going to School or work causes anxiety, staying home causes anxiety and life is just plain Hard!
You didn’t expect things to turn out this way. You’re heart pounds and your head gets fuzzy. Things are SO challenging lately. You’re feeling Overwhelmed and underappreciated, but.. I mean, everyone’s overwhelmed or feeling self-doubt and pressure, right? Doesn’t everyone feel like they don’t fit in or awkward? You’re really good at putting on that happy face for your friends & family, but inside you feel like nothing ever goes as planned, you’re stressed, unsatisfied and overwhelmed. Going to School or work causes anxiety, staying home causes anxiety and life is just plain Hard!
Circumstances are building and you fear that its weight will eventually grow to crush and consume you. You have so much to manage and yet you long to just let go of it all. You’re ready for a change, but it is terrifying. To face it may cause you to crumble, nevertheless, you will yourself to get through each day. If this sounds familiar and you wish to do more than get by, it is possible to flourish again. I aim to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
Circumstances are building and you fear that its weight will eventually grow to crush and consume you. You have so much to manage and yet you long to just let go of it all. You’re ready for a change, but it is terrifying. To face it may cause you to crumble, nevertheless, you will yourself to get through each day. If this sounds familiar and you wish to do more than get by, it is possible to flourish again. I aim to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
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I work with clients encountering a variety of challenges including: difficulty with parenting and relationships; balancing work and family; spiritual concerns; adjustments to parenthood; chronic pain; work stress; navigating small business or self-employment; and family struggles.
Your experiences, thoughts, and struggles are unique to you and so are your gifts, joys, and perspectives. Developing awareness around how your circumstances influence who you are helps you gain clarity and allows you to write future chapters of your life with intention. Counseling is a space to be seen without judgment and safely explore what it might look like to live into a future of intentionality and purpose. Pursuing your full, whole self is a gift you give not only yourself but to those around you.
I work with clients encountering a variety of challenges including: difficulty with parenting and relationships; balancing work and family; spiritual concerns; adjustments to parenthood; chronic pain; work stress; navigating small business or self-employment; and family struggles.
Your experiences, thoughts, and struggles are unique to you and so are your gifts, joys, and perspectives. Developing awareness around how your circumstances influence who you are helps you gain clarity and allows you to write future chapters of your life with intention. Counseling is a space to be seen without judgment and safely explore what it might look like to live into a future of intentionality and purpose. Pursuing your full, whole self is a gift you give not only yourself but to those around you.
I have experience treating clients with anxiety, ADHD, school refusal issues, depression, grief and parenting issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in working with children, adolescents and adults. As children grow and change, they often think and respond differently than adults would. I meet kids where they are at to help them through their struggles in a way that makes sense to them. I help parents understand the limits of the developing brain and how that can play into some of the struggles their child might be experiencing. I have worked in the school setting, taught college level classes and continue to speak to local teachers about the ways children grow and understand the world.
I have experience treating clients with anxiety, ADHD, school refusal issues, depression, grief and parenting issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in working with children, adolescents and adults. As children grow and change, they often think and respond differently than adults would. I meet kids where they are at to help them through their struggles in a way that makes sense to them. I help parents understand the limits of the developing brain and how that can play into some of the struggles their child might be experiencing. I have worked in the school setting, taught college level classes and continue to speak to local teachers about the ways children grow and understand the world.
As a parent, connecting with kids can be a struggle and attempting to guide them can feel impossible.
I work with clients who feel anxiety and depression, who are managing ADHD, divorce, parenting, family conflict, low self-esteem, and more. I use many therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Motivational Interviewing and more. Using a collaborative approach you can achieve your goals.
As a parent, connecting with kids can be a struggle and attempting to guide them can feel impossible.
I work with clients who feel anxiety and depression, who are managing ADHD, divorce, parenting, family conflict, low self-esteem, and more. I use many therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Motivational Interviewing and more. Using a collaborative approach you can achieve your goals.
Amie Murphy-Powers
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained to treat a variety of presenting concerns including anxiety/depression, the spectrum of trauma, neurodevelopmental disorders including ADHD and autism, mood disorders, women's issues, relationship concerns, infertility, grief, self-esteem, parenting, and various issues with life changes.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but I strive to make the process as comfortable and welcoming as possible. In our first session, we'll discuss your concerns, goals, and how we can work together effectively. Whether you're seeking short-term support or long-term personal growth, I'm here to guide you every step of the way.
I am trained to treat a variety of presenting concerns including anxiety/depression, the spectrum of trauma, neurodevelopmental disorders including ADHD and autism, mood disorders, women's issues, relationship concerns, infertility, grief, self-esteem, parenting, and various issues with life changes.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but I strive to make the process as comfortable and welcoming as possible. In our first session, we'll discuss your concerns, goals, and how we can work together effectively. Whether you're seeking short-term support or long-term personal growth, I'm here to guide you every step of the way.
As a genocide survivor and a single parent, I understand first hand how challenging life can get.
I am here to listen and use my expertise to find ways that you can take charge of your life and achieve happiness, health, stability and peace. I have experience working with a wide range of people such as asylum seekers, immigrants, refugees, and members of other marginalized groups.
As a genocide survivor and a single parent, I understand first hand how challenging life can get.
I am here to listen and use my expertise to find ways that you can take charge of your life and achieve happiness, health, stability and peace. I have experience working with a wide range of people such as asylum seekers, immigrants, refugees, and members of other marginalized groups.
I also provide parent training and engage in collaboration with school professionals!
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Behavior Therapy primarily guide my case conceptualization and treatment. However, I use a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches based on my client’s unique needs.
I also provide parent training and engage in collaboration with school professionals!
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Behavior Therapy primarily guide my case conceptualization and treatment. However, I use a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches based on my client’s unique needs.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families though fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting young kids, and grief and loss.
My therapeutic perspective is grounded in Attachment Theory. I use Internal Family Systems, DBT, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment modes of care. These are client-centered, trauma informed, and relationship-based practices. It's important to me that clients feel safe enough to acknowledge vulnerable parts and move toward their goals.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families though fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting young kids, and grief and loss.
My therapeutic perspective is grounded in Attachment Theory. I use Internal Family Systems, DBT, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment modes of care. These are client-centered, trauma informed, and relationship-based practices. It's important to me that clients feel safe enough to acknowledge vulnerable parts and move toward their goals.
Jean Chamness Russner
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MSA, MA LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Parenting is hard work, especially if your child is experiencing emotional or behavioral issues.
People are my Passion. If you need a listening ear to process feelings, a helping hand to navigate life transitions or interpersonal relationships, or support for managing mental health conditions, I'm here to help. With over 20 years of experience and being CBT Certified, I use DBT-informed CBT techniques, combined with the healing effects of a positive, supportive relationship, to teach you coping strategies to manage stress and improve your emotional well-being. I especially enjoy working with families of children and adolescents struggling with emotional or behavioral issues.
Parenting is hard work, especially if your child is experiencing emotional or behavioral issues.
People are my Passion. If you need a listening ear to process feelings, a helping hand to navigate life transitions or interpersonal relationships, or support for managing mental health conditions, I'm here to help. With over 20 years of experience and being CBT Certified, I use DBT-informed CBT techniques, combined with the healing effects of a positive, supportive relationship, to teach you coping strategies to manage stress and improve your emotional well-being. I especially enjoy working with families of children and adolescents struggling with emotional or behavioral issues.
My ideal client struggles with anxiety, stress, parenting challenges, depression, or trauma.
I have expertise in supporting clients facing depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, life transitions, and trauma. I provide encouragement, creative problem solving, and hope. I am accredited in Triple P's Level 4 Positive Parenting, equipping me to offer specialized support to parents in navigating their challenges effectively.
My ideal client struggles with anxiety, stress, parenting challenges, depression, or trauma.
I have expertise in supporting clients facing depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, life transitions, and trauma. I provide encouragement, creative problem solving, and hope. I am accredited in Triple P's Level 4 Positive Parenting, equipping me to offer specialized support to parents in navigating their challenges effectively.
I provide care for all stressors related to pregnancy and/or parenting (infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, postpartum adjustment, parenting challenges).
My name is Sarah Veliz and I practice in the metro-Detroit area. My practice is 100% telehealth and I can see a client located anywhere in Michigan. I accept private pay, BCBS and Medicare. I have been practicing for 10+ years and have a strengths-based solution focused approach. I believe therapy can be beneficial for anyone and that everyone has the ability to meet their own goals. I offer a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
I provide care for all stressors related to pregnancy and/or parenting (infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, postpartum adjustment, parenting challenges).
My name is Sarah Veliz and I practice in the metro-Detroit area. My practice is 100% telehealth and I can see a client located anywhere in Michigan. I accept private pay, BCBS and Medicare. I have been practicing for 10+ years and have a strengths-based solution focused approach. I believe therapy can be beneficial for anyone and that everyone has the ability to meet their own goals. I offer a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Emily (Nieuwsma) Blazic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, AASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockford, MI 49341
My husband and I have the tools needed to practice/improve our parenting skills.
Hello, from Mrs. Emily, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. I strive to create a heartfelt and connected environment where you can feel free to share your challenges without judgement. I am passionate to help children, their parents, and young adults overcome challenges they are enduring. I’m a strong believer in hope and resilience of the human soul. Healing can occur if you are believed in, joined with on your journey, and empowered to make healthy changes.
My husband and I have the tools needed to practice/improve our parenting skills.
Hello, from Mrs. Emily, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. I strive to create a heartfelt and connected environment where you can feel free to share your challenges without judgement. I am passionate to help children, their parents, and young adults overcome challenges they are enduring. I’m a strong believer in hope and resilience of the human soul. Healing can occur if you are believed in, joined with on your journey, and empowered to make healthy changes.
Chad Michael Fessenden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Comstock Park, MI 49321
Areas of specialty: Anxiety, Addictions, Child and family concerns, Depression, Grief & loss, Men’s issues, Marriage counseling, Pre-marital counseling, Parenting advice, Chronic disease.
We get it. Life can be tough. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to about all of it. There is a theme in our society that we are victims of our circumstances. While it is regrettable that many of life’s circumstances are beyond our control, at Green Branches we believe that everyone has the power to overcome these circumstances. It is our mission to help you find healing through recognizing your own empowerment.
Areas of specialty: Anxiety, Addictions, Child and family concerns, Depression, Grief & loss, Men’s issues, Marriage counseling, Pre-marital counseling, Parenting advice, Chronic disease.
We get it. Life can be tough. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to about all of it. There is a theme in our society that we are victims of our circumstances. While it is regrettable that many of life’s circumstances are beyond our control, at Green Branches we believe that everyone has the power to overcome these circumstances. It is our mission to help you find healing through recognizing your own empowerment.
The truth is, the challenges of parenting can take a toll on your mental health.
Helping parents in all stages of pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood is the heart of my practice. Together, we’ll build coping strategies, create a support system, and work on making you a priority—so you can feel more confident, more connected, and more fulfilled in your parenting journey, your relationships, and in life overall.
The truth is, the challenges of parenting can take a toll on your mental health.
Helping parents in all stages of pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood is the heart of my practice. Together, we’ll build coping strategies, create a support system, and work on making you a priority—so you can feel more confident, more connected, and more fulfilled in your parenting journey, your relationships, and in life overall.
My ideal clients are navigating issues such as life changes, parenting challenges, anxiety, and depression.
I warmly welcome diverse clients, focusing on parents eager to understand child development and individuals seeking self-awareness. If you want to develop coping skills for anxiety and depression, I'm here to help improve your daily life. For those 18 and older, I offer ADHD testing to provide clarity and support. Let's work together to unlock your potential
My ideal clients are navigating issues such as life changes, parenting challenges, anxiety, and depression.
I warmly welcome diverse clients, focusing on parents eager to understand child development and individuals seeking self-awareness. If you want to develop coping skills for anxiety and depression, I'm here to help improve your daily life. For those 18 and older, I offer ADHD testing to provide clarity and support. Let's work together to unlock your potential
Carolyn Sutherby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Waitlist for new clients
She specializes in treating children and families and provides parenting support for caregivers with children/adolescents who have behavioral health concerns and conducts individual and family therapy.
HSP/HSC often feel like "something is wrong" with them. However with education, support and understanding this population can thrive. For more information please see: www.hsperson.com
She specializes in treating children and families and provides parenting support for caregivers with children/adolescents who have behavioral health concerns and conducts individual and family therapy.
HSP/HSC often feel like "something is wrong" with them. However with education, support and understanding this population can thrive. For more information please see: www.hsperson.com
Great Lakes Hope, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Muskegon, MI 49444
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, marital issues, parenting issues, behavioral or any other mental health need; it can feel very lonely and overwhelming.
I have 20 years experience as a social worker. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, children and infants. I am trained in TF- CBT, CBT, motivational interviewing, and I am a level 2 endorsed IMH therapist.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, marital issues, parenting issues, behavioral or any other mental health need; it can feel very lonely and overwhelming.
I have 20 years experience as a social worker. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, children and infants. I am trained in TF- CBT, CBT, motivational interviewing, and I am a level 2 endorsed IMH therapist.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.