In Person Therapists in Portage, MI
Life can often feel like an uphill battle, and we all know that change isn’t easy. But achieving happiness and fulfillment is not only possible—it’s something everyone deserves. I recognize that starting therapy can feel intimidating, but prioritizing your mental, physical, and emotional health is crucial for a balanced life. My role is to guide and support you as you take meaningful steps toward creating a life you’re excited to live. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, find clarity, and build resilience.
Life can often feel like an uphill battle, and we all know that change isn’t easy. But achieving happiness and fulfillment is not only possible—it’s something everyone deserves. I recognize that starting therapy can feel intimidating, but prioritizing your mental, physical, and emotional health is crucial for a balanced life. My role is to guide and support you as you take meaningful steps toward creating a life you’re excited to live. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, find clarity, and build resilience.
Lynn Steinhauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
In my 18 years as a clinical social worker in private practice I have worked with a wide variety of people. I see my work as that of helping people to find and enhance their own coping abilities. I see it as my privilege to people who are temporarily stuck as any of us can be. I am particularly draw to helping people who have experienced trauma, are suffering from mood disorders, eating problems and the challenges of parenting and love relationships.
In my 18 years as a clinical social worker in private practice I have worked with a wide variety of people. I see my work as that of helping people to find and enhance their own coping abilities. I see it as my privilege to people who are temporarily stuck as any of us can be. I am particularly draw to helping people who have experienced trauma, are suffering from mood disorders, eating problems and the challenges of parenting and love relationships.
New Horizon Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
Are you or your child struggling with long-lasting periods of sadness; are you/they becoming more isolated, or having thoughts of self-harm? Do you find yourself or your child worrying excessively? Maybe you're just finding it difficult to connect with your child or partner? Are you looking to find relief from day-to-day stressors, increase healthy communication skills, find more effective ways to receive compliance from your child?
Are you or your child struggling with long-lasting periods of sadness; are you/they becoming more isolated, or having thoughts of self-harm? Do you find yourself or your child worrying excessively? Maybe you're just finding it difficult to connect with your child or partner? Are you looking to find relief from day-to-day stressors, increase healthy communication skills, find more effective ways to receive compliance from your child?
Sophie Skochelak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
I provide in person and virtual appointments.
Navigating medical and family systems as well as our individual circles can be overwhelming. Therapy can be a positive place to seek help, support, and guidance. I provide therapy to children, teenagers, and adults. Some of the more specific needs that I specialize in are chronic illness in children, adolescent anxiety and depression, life transitions in adulthood and caregiver burnout.
I provide in person and virtual appointments.
Navigating medical and family systems as well as our individual circles can be overwhelming. Therapy can be a positive place to seek help, support, and guidance. I provide therapy to children, teenagers, and adults. Some of the more specific needs that I specialize in are chronic illness in children, adolescent anxiety and depression, life transitions in adulthood and caregiver burnout.
Life can be challenging, and at different times in our lives we are all in need of additional support, whatever the reason may be. If you are at that point and ready to explore therapy, I would be privileged to join you, and support yourself, your child, or your family. I have been working in the field for over 15 years and strongly believe that you are the expert on yourself and your family, together we will focus on strengths, to create goals that allow you and/or your family to grow and improve your daily living. I can help you develop skills for dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, depression, among other things.
Life can be challenging, and at different times in our lives we are all in need of additional support, whatever the reason may be. If you are at that point and ready to explore therapy, I would be privileged to join you, and support yourself, your child, or your family. I have been working in the field for over 15 years and strongly believe that you are the expert on yourself and your family, together we will focus on strengths, to create goals that allow you and/or your family to grow and improve your daily living. I can help you develop skills for dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, depression, among other things.
Megan Freed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is working with women in their reproductive years who are pregnant, postpartum, experiencing infertility, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, or are in need of support related to parenting and relationships. My patients are usually coming to therapy in need of a safe outlet to process their relationships, worries, decisions and past traumas. I enjoy walking alongside of my patients and helping them to reach the goals they have in mind when they begin the therapy process. I am trained and pursuing certification in EMDR to help support women who are experiencing trauma, or have past trauma they are looking to heal from.
My passion is working with women in their reproductive years who are pregnant, postpartum, experiencing infertility, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, or are in need of support related to parenting and relationships. My patients are usually coming to therapy in need of a safe outlet to process their relationships, worries, decisions and past traumas. I enjoy walking alongside of my patients and helping them to reach the goals they have in mind when they begin the therapy process. I am trained and pursuing certification in EMDR to help support women who are experiencing trauma, or have past trauma they are looking to heal from.
Travis Ericksen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49002
Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is a mindset of moving forward despite the fear because something else is more important. You are reading this page because you already realized your wellbeing is more important than whatever emotions or challenges are trying to hold you back from your full potential. You taking this first step of seeking help is truly a courageous act and a sign of inner strength. As your counselor, I will help you develop a new mindset of courage and resilience to confidently face life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe place for you to reevaluate your lived experiences, emotions, and thinking.
Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is a mindset of moving forward despite the fear because something else is more important. You are reading this page because you already realized your wellbeing is more important than whatever emotions or challenges are trying to hold you back from your full potential. You taking this first step of seeking help is truly a courageous act and a sign of inner strength. As your counselor, I will help you develop a new mindset of courage and resilience to confidently face life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe place for you to reevaluate your lived experiences, emotions, and thinking.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed Masters Social Worker who provides evidence-based treatment with a specialization in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Individuals who seek therapy through me often have faced great emotional duress, chronic invalidation, and sustained levels of pain. This often leads to feeling unheard, incomplete, and mistrustful of themselves and others. I believe in striking a balance between acceptance and change as well as cultivating an environment where you feel both embraced for who you are and empowered to grow.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed Masters Social Worker who provides evidence-based treatment with a specialization in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Individuals who seek therapy through me often have faced great emotional duress, chronic invalidation, and sustained levels of pain. This often leads to feeling unheard, incomplete, and mistrustful of themselves and others. I believe in striking a balance between acceptance and change as well as cultivating an environment where you feel both embraced for who you are and empowered to grow.
Alaina Knoedler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. Alaina firmly believes that healing is possible and can be found within each person that is willing to seek help! That being said, Alaina strives to first and foremost assist her clients in gaining deeper understanding and insight into what the main issues are that they are experiencing in their lives.
Alaina Knoedler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. Alaina firmly believes that healing is possible and can be found within each person that is willing to seek help! That being said, Alaina strives to first and foremost assist her clients in gaining deeper understanding and insight into what the main issues are that they are experiencing in their lives.
You are in the drivers seat! We focus on the important issues to you and the goals you would like to achieve most. I believe in offering a non-judgmental, safe, and confidential space for you to share what is needed most in that moment. I bring attention to the whole individual including the brain-body connection to help heal from our traumas in both parts of ourselves. This will help foster positivity, health, and wellness. My practice continues to focus on trauma, eating disorders, addiction and other mental health concerns. I respect and admire anyone with the self-awareness to make the call to come in.
You are in the drivers seat! We focus on the important issues to you and the goals you would like to achieve most. I believe in offering a non-judgmental, safe, and confidential space for you to share what is needed most in that moment. I bring attention to the whole individual including the brain-body connection to help heal from our traumas in both parts of ourselves. This will help foster positivity, health, and wellness. My practice continues to focus on trauma, eating disorders, addiction and other mental health concerns. I respect and admire anyone with the self-awareness to make the call to come in.
I work with adults and adolescents in individual therapy. My areas of expertise include helping people overcome anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, compulsive behaviors, sexual orientation issues, and relationship conflicts to live more fulfilled lives. I also specialize in treating adolescents in areas such as anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, behavioral problems, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and social skills development.
I work with adults and adolescents in individual therapy. My areas of expertise include helping people overcome anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, compulsive behaviors, sexual orientation issues, and relationship conflicts to live more fulfilled lives. I also specialize in treating adolescents in areas such as anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, behavioral problems, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), and social skills development.
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Marisa Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults on processing traumatic experiences, regulating emotions, navigating sensitive nervous systems, and strengthening relationships through laughter, creativity, art, and play.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults on processing traumatic experiences, regulating emotions, navigating sensitive nervous systems, and strengthening relationships through laughter, creativity, art, and play.
Gary Brookmyer-Lambert Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
Nobody knows you like you know yourself. Your past decisions weigh on you and stop you from moving forward, to a place of peace and growth. Your past does not determine your future, each day is a new opportunity to start fresh. You may doubt who you are or what you want out of life, but you are the keeper of your story and do have power over your future. Your journey to finding the best life possible begins when you decide to make the change. I consider it an honor to walk down the path of exploration with you. No journey is too big or small, I believe in honoring all of life’s moments with my clients in a nonjudgmental environment.
Nobody knows you like you know yourself. Your past decisions weigh on you and stop you from moving forward, to a place of peace and growth. Your past does not determine your future, each day is a new opportunity to start fresh. You may doubt who you are or what you want out of life, but you are the keeper of your story and do have power over your future. Your journey to finding the best life possible begins when you decide to make the change. I consider it an honor to walk down the path of exploration with you. No journey is too big or small, I believe in honoring all of life’s moments with my clients in a nonjudgmental environment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the mental health field and as a clinical school counselor for over 29 years. With a passion for working with youth,I am dedicated to creating a nurturing and non-judgmental environment where young minds can thrive. I use a variety of child friendly techniques, personalized approaches and evidence-based techniques to help children explore their emotions. I enjoy helping youth develop goals around how they can continue to learn and grow into better versions of themselves throughout their childhood. I am committed to providing compassionate support every step of the way.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the mental health field and as a clinical school counselor for over 29 years. With a passion for working with youth,I am dedicated to creating a nurturing and non-judgmental environment where young minds can thrive. I use a variety of child friendly techniques, personalized approaches and evidence-based techniques to help children explore their emotions. I enjoy helping youth develop goals around how they can continue to learn and grow into better versions of themselves throughout their childhood. I am committed to providing compassionate support every step of the way.
Immediate daytime availability. Finding a therapist is about building a relationship with someone you can trust. Beginning the process can be overwhelming and intimidating, but in reaching out, your journey has already begun. I believe in an eclectic approach to meet each person’s individual needs. I have trained in Brainspotting, Art Therapy, Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Through our work together, my goal is to provide a warm, caring atmosphere infused with a bit of laughter.
Immediate daytime availability. Finding a therapist is about building a relationship with someone you can trust. Beginning the process can be overwhelming and intimidating, but in reaching out, your journey has already begun. I believe in an eclectic approach to meet each person’s individual needs. I have trained in Brainspotting, Art Therapy, Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Through our work together, my goal is to provide a warm, caring atmosphere infused with a bit of laughter.
Kara Applegate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW-C, CFLE
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, teens, and adults who have been through a traumatic experience, and other changes throughout life. I work to help you or your child process those changes, support the family system, and help regulate through those challenging behaviors. Through play, connection, and relationship building I use evidence-based practices to help support my clients where their needs are at.
I work with children, teens, and adults who have been through a traumatic experience, and other changes throughout life. I work to help you or your child process those changes, support the family system, and help regulate through those challenging behaviors. Through play, connection, and relationship building I use evidence-based practices to help support my clients where their needs are at.
I offer in person and Telehealth sessions throughout the weekdays/weeknights.
Jessica Mayer (She/Her) is a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, children, adolescents and families. Jessica’s areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship issues and life transitions. Jessica is committed to creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where her clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and works together with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and concerns.
I offer in person and Telehealth sessions throughout the weekdays/weeknights.
Jessica Mayer (She/Her) is a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, children, adolescents and families. Jessica’s areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship issues and life transitions. Jessica is committed to creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where her clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and works together with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and concerns.
Sue Muinch is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan who has been practicing since 2007. She has a Master's Degree in Counselor Education from Western Michigan University. Sue meets the client where they're at to help create a solid therapeutic alliance to motivate them to reach their goals. Sue listens with an open and empathic mind and treats people with an unconditional positive regard. Outside of work, Sue enjoys loves music, mainly classic rock and blues, and spending time in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with friends and family.
Sue Muinch is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan who has been practicing since 2007. She has a Master's Degree in Counselor Education from Western Michigan University. Sue meets the client where they're at to help create a solid therapeutic alliance to motivate them to reach their goals. Sue listens with an open and empathic mind and treats people with an unconditional positive regard. Outside of work, Sue enjoys loves music, mainly classic rock and blues, and spending time in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with friends and family.
Jamie Campeau is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field. She enjoys working with all ages, ethnicities, and orientations. She has years of experience with stress management, trauma, grief and loss, postpartum depression, infertility challenges, anxiety, and depression.
Jamie Campeau is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field. She enjoys working with all ages, ethnicities, and orientations. She has years of experience with stress management, trauma, grief and loss, postpartum depression, infertility challenges, anxiety, and depression.
Chelsea Owens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master’s in Social Work from Western Michigan University. Chelsea offers clients a warm and inviting environment. She sees therapy as a collaborative approach with the client and hopes to foster growth and change to improve lives. Chelsea helps clients identify their personal strengths and achievable goals. She enjoys working with children and their parents to help create understanding and balance within their lives.
Chelsea Owens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master’s in Social Work from Western Michigan University. Chelsea offers clients a warm and inviting environment. She sees therapy as a collaborative approach with the client and hopes to foster growth and change to improve lives. Chelsea helps clients identify their personal strengths and achievable goals. She enjoys working with children and their parents to help create understanding and balance within their lives.