Career Counseling Therapists in Otsego County, MI

I love the work that I do in helping people learn how to find a fresh perspective on where they are, where they want to go, and how to get there. My gift is in my ability to easily connect with people and I create an environment where we work together to get results. In addition to face-to-face counseling, I am also a certified Life Coach and Tele-Counselor which means that we can work by phone/web, if needed. I have been practicing for over 20 years working with adults, couples, families and adolescents. I opened up Grace Counseling Professionals in an effort to bring counselors together to make a difference in our community.

Are you a person or couple whose life looks “good” from the outside, and yet it still feels like something is missing? You’ve accomplished a lot in life, but don’t feel the sense of fulfillment you expected. A big life change—maybe a breakup, new job, new marriage, change in family dynamic, or move—has highlighted the fact that you’re still not as happy or content as you want to be. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences, and you’re ready to change your “default setting” and start creating new patterns.

I work with Women to help Navigate life transitions with grace! I specialize in supporting women in various phases of life—be it a career change, relocation, empty nest, relationships, or learning to enjoy retirement. Together, we'll uncover the steps needed to transition gracefully into the next chapter of your life. We will set personalized weekly goals and break them into manageable, bite-sized pieces tailored just for you. As an accountability partner through these transitions, we can create a roadmap for your journey and turn those aspirations into reality.

We believe in providing counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and professionals seeking their full licensures. We see clients struggling with common mental health difficulties and other life problems such as: ADHD, Disability Managment, Depression and Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Employment Needs, General Counseling Needs, Grief, Loss and Life Transitions, Relationship Difficulties, Divorce, Stress Management, Suicide Prevention: Identification, Prevention and Treatment, Transition to College and Career Success; Understand Yourself, Explore Various, Career Options, Learn to Set Meaningful Goals, and Choose the Right Education and Training Path to Achieve Them. Trauma, including the Loss of a Loved One, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Family Crisis & PTSD.

Freedom! Ready to get unstuck? You're this far already, reading this. Seeking support proves you haven't given up. It shows you're strong. Heal with talking or spec.-acupuncture. Calm insomnia, ease your body, relieve fatigue or life dissatisfaction. Select TCM methods, or step-by-step techniques to quiet distress, process trauma, soothe anxiety/depression. Suffering alone isn't bravery; you DON'T have to live this way. Break free from diet-culture with intuitive, unconditional eating. Find your natural body size. Change your mood patterns/communication skill. Use a Professional Career Counselor for the job you deserve. Make a plan!

My ideal client is inspired to be curious together and work together to identify and remove blockages that prevent a life of clarity and abundance. Whether relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief, unresolved trauma, addiction, career matters, or even the most deeply-stuck moods (anxiety, depression, etc.), we all possess within us the capacity to instinctively heal and thrive with sustained connection, vibrancy and aliveness. It’s likely a simple solution, in need of the right "non-pathological" and rigorously client-centered approach is all. My clients are empowered to reconnect with and regain trust in themselves.

I often work with individuals facing challenges that arise from life transitions, identity, relationships, parenting, career/college, and family conflict. Many topics of concern include but are not limited to symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, trauma background, and grief. My approach to therapy focuses on honoring your strengths and meeting you exactly where you are.

Alexa has spent her life gaining personal and career experiences to provide support and empathy to those who could benefit from an experienced and empathetic emotional wellness partner. With a Masters degree in Social Work from GVSU, experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Alexa comes to your table to be on your team as a partner, mentor, and support person, to help you navigate the twists and turns that life will throw your way.

Good therapy can produce long lasting life changes. Although shifts in behavior and emotions can take time, even in the short term there can be immediate relief. I see the relationship between the patient and therapist as central to a positive outcome. Although we are all infinitely diverse and complex, collectively we seek to be understood. I listen with curiosity and empathy to understand each individual's unique experience. In treatment I create an atmosphere of trust where together we can identify your strengths, find practical solutions to problems and unfold underlying vulnerabilities that are obstacles to your experience of a rich and fulfilling life.

Hello! My name is Nicole and I've worked with clients for over 20 years in a variety of settings. My philosophy is that counseling is something everyone can utilize throughout life for a multitude of reasons. I hope that through the process we will build a strong relationship and work together to set and meet goals. It is through this treatment process where we learn about your unique personal characteristics, emotional needs, life experiences, thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and personal challenges. I believe it is crucial to provide a comfortable, confidential, and professional environment.

As a counselor, I strive to help clients with emotions that have become problematic in their daily life. I work with each person to assist them in overcoming obstacles they may face through a solution-focused and person-centered approach. I believe that all individuals have the ability to discover change within themselves and find their greater purpose within their life. I have the tools to assist clients to build up a stronger foundation in order to achieve greater happiness.