Therapists for Adults in Traverse City, MI
I’m here to support adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults as they navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
My professional background is unique: I've worked in both in private practice and in the field of child welfare, which has given me deep insight into family systems, stress, trauma and the ways people learn to cope. This range of experience allows me to meet clients where thy are and offer tailored support that feels both practical and empowering
I’m here to support adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults as they navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
My professional background is unique: I've worked in both in private practice and in the field of child welfare, which has given me deep insight into family systems, stress, trauma and the ways people learn to cope. This range of experience allows me to meet clients where thy are and offer tailored support that feels both practical and empowering
Relationships and how to navigate difficult people - specifically how to recover from Narcissistic abuse and how to navigate living with a Narcissist.
Healing from trauma and dealing with current PTSD from trauma in childhood or past abuse.
Healing from church wounds / spiritual harm.
Depression and anxiety as it relates to feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve.
Bodywork and difficulties with expressing emotions.
Grief and loss particularly around the death of a child.
Grief as it relates to COVID and this era of societal losses.
Recovering the loss of yourself and building back your identity for who you TRULY are.
Dreamwork
Relationships and how to navigate difficult people - specifically how to recover from Narcissistic abuse and how to navigate living with a Narcissist.
Healing from trauma and dealing with current PTSD from trauma in childhood or past abuse.
Healing from church wounds / spiritual harm.
Depression and anxiety as it relates to feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve.
Bodywork and difficulties with expressing emotions.
Grief and loss particularly around the death of a child.
Grief as it relates to COVID and this era of societal losses.
Recovering the loss of yourself and building back your identity for who you TRULY are.
Dreamwork
I am so excited you have found me here. I understand that reaching out for help can feel challenging, but I’m here to make it easier and support you every step of the way. Therapy offers so many benefits, and at the heart of it is having someone by your side during the difficult moments, providing tools to help you grow, and guiding you back on the path toward the life you envision. Life brings challenges to us all, and true resilience is about how we learn, adapt, and move forward with purpose.
I am so excited you have found me here. I understand that reaching out for help can feel challenging, but I’m here to make it easier and support you every step of the way. Therapy offers so many benefits, and at the heart of it is having someone by your side during the difficult moments, providing tools to help you grow, and guiding you back on the path toward the life you envision. Life brings challenges to us all, and true resilience is about how we learn, adapt, and move forward with purpose.
Rachel Hoppe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
3 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
Waitlist for new clients
I provide compassionate, collaborative support for children, teens, and adults.
I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support children and teens to build coping skills, process their experiences, and strengthen their resilience. For adults, I offer support for challenges like anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and healing from past hurt.
I provide compassionate, collaborative support for children, teens, and adults.
I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support children and teens to build coping skills, process their experiences, and strengthen their resilience. For adults, I offer support for challenges like anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and healing from past hurt.
Immediate Availability - virtual/telehealth, BCBS, Aetna, and more. Free 15 minute phone consultation. Do you struggle with stress, anxiety, irritability, depression, emotional eating, or addictive patterns? Feeling hounded by feelings of not being "good enough"? Are you looking for a gentle but effective approach to improving your life? If you are ready to stop fighting yourself and start feeling better, I provide a space where you can gently and effectively address anxiety, stress, and difficulties with emotions.
Immediate Availability - virtual/telehealth, BCBS, Aetna, and more. Free 15 minute phone consultation. Do you struggle with stress, anxiety, irritability, depression, emotional eating, or addictive patterns? Feeling hounded by feelings of not being "good enough"? Are you looking for a gentle but effective approach to improving your life? If you are ready to stop fighting yourself and start feeling better, I provide a space where you can gently and effectively address anxiety, stress, and difficulties with emotions.
First off, congrats. You decided to look for counseling - a decision that takes a lot courage and a willingness to invest in yourself. I'm honored to be your partner for that journey. Being human is really hard work, and my job is to create a space where you can become the kind of human you want to be. In our work together, we'll focus less on feeling better and more on getting better at feeling, expanding your options for responding to the things you think, feel, and experience, so that you can make fulfilling, values-based decisions no matter what comes your way.
First off, congrats. You decided to look for counseling - a decision that takes a lot courage and a willingness to invest in yourself. I'm honored to be your partner for that journey. Being human is really hard work, and my job is to create a space where you can become the kind of human you want to be. In our work together, we'll focus less on feeling better and more on getting better at feeling, expanding your options for responding to the things you think, feel, and experience, so that you can make fulfilling, values-based decisions no matter what comes your way.
Ashley Rich
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like you are struggling to know who you are and how to make tough changes in your life? Are you struggling with complex trauma or dissociative issues? I help people strengthen their sense of self, work through challenges, and build the confidence they need to move forward. My focus is on supporting individuals who are navigating trauma symptoms, struggling with a crisis, experiencing dissociation, living with neurodivergent conditions, or just struggling in life.
Therapy with me is meant to feel safe, straightforward, and supportive. There’s no judgment—just honest communication and space to be understood.
Do you feel like you are struggling to know who you are and how to make tough changes in your life? Are you struggling with complex trauma or dissociative issues? I help people strengthen their sense of self, work through challenges, and build the confidence they need to move forward. My focus is on supporting individuals who are navigating trauma symptoms, struggling with a crisis, experiencing dissociation, living with neurodivergent conditions, or just struggling in life.
Therapy with me is meant to feel safe, straightforward, and supportive. There’s no judgment—just honest communication and space to be understood.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients, including teens and adults of all ages, with whom I offer a safe environment to share one's story and explore steps towards positive processing and change.
Life is about feeling our feelings, processing our experiences, overcoming hurdles and truly LIVING our lives in abundance. These elements contribute to living in the present with our whole hearts. My practice is called LIVE TRUE. I am always being lured to living true. To myself. To others. And to an abundant life. The Live True motto: Summoning strength and beauty. Igniting courage and compassion. May we all pursue what it means to truly LIVE! I offer individual and group counseling. Specialties include single mothers, teenagers, divorce, grief, loss, trauma, relationships, life transitions and career-related issues.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients, including teens and adults of all ages, with whom I offer a safe environment to share one's story and explore steps towards positive processing and change.
Life is about feeling our feelings, processing our experiences, overcoming hurdles and truly LIVING our lives in abundance. These elements contribute to living in the present with our whole hearts. My practice is called LIVE TRUE. I am always being lured to living true. To myself. To others. And to an abundant life. The Live True motto: Summoning strength and beauty. Igniting courage and compassion. May we all pursue what it means to truly LIVE! I offer individual and group counseling. Specialties include single mothers, teenagers, divorce, grief, loss, trauma, relationships, life transitions and career-related issues.
No one is coming to save you, but that doesn't mean you have to face life's challenges alone. My goal is to help you become the hero in your own story, confronting the obstacles that stand in your way and building a life that feels worth living. For more than 25 years and over 30,000 hours of clinical experience, I have helped people facing some of life's most challenging circumstances. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, grief, painful life transitions, divorce, social isolation, and other mental health concerns.
No one is coming to save you, but that doesn't mean you have to face life's challenges alone. My goal is to help you become the hero in your own story, confronting the obstacles that stand in your way and building a life that feels worth living. For more than 25 years and over 30,000 hours of clinical experience, I have helped people facing some of life's most challenging circumstances. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, grief, painful life transitions, divorce, social isolation, and other mental health concerns.
Dr. Kish is a counselor, therapist, and counseling psychologist. She believes that people have gifts and talents that can help them manage difficulties in their lives. She uses a strengths-based approach, integrating people's gifts, personal resources, social supports, and spiritual beliefs. A variety of therapeutic approaches may be used, tailored to individual needs. Dr. Kish prides herself in working collaboratively. People must be interested and invested in their own change. The more people are involved in creating the changes they want to see in their life's mosaic, the more likely those changes are to occur and sustain.
Dr. Kish is a counselor, therapist, and counseling psychologist. She believes that people have gifts and talents that can help them manage difficulties in their lives. She uses a strengths-based approach, integrating people's gifts, personal resources, social supports, and spiritual beliefs. A variety of therapeutic approaches may be used, tailored to individual needs. Dr. Kish prides herself in working collaboratively. People must be interested and invested in their own change. The more people are involved in creating the changes they want to see in their life's mosaic, the more likely those changes are to occur and sustain.
I believe my years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults as well as my education has uniquely qualified me to assist you in meeting your goals of living an abundant effective life.
I want to help people live effective lives. So many of us find ourselves living one day at a time just trying to survive our circumstances. I believe there is much more to life. We are designed to live life fully. My philosophy is that life is experienced and enjoyed within the context of all our relationships, not just romantic. When our relationships are struggling our enjoyment of life suffers. When we enjoy the fruit of healthy relationships we are able to truly taste the sweetness of life the way it was designed to be lived. Finding personal healing and wholeness equips us to give and receive life giving communion with others.
I believe my years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults as well as my education has uniquely qualified me to assist you in meeting your goals of living an abundant effective life.
I want to help people live effective lives. So many of us find ourselves living one day at a time just trying to survive our circumstances. I believe there is much more to life. We are designed to live life fully. My philosophy is that life is experienced and enjoyed within the context of all our relationships, not just romantic. When our relationships are struggling our enjoyment of life suffers. When we enjoy the fruit of healthy relationships we are able to truly taste the sweetness of life the way it was designed to be lived. Finding personal healing and wholeness equips us to give and receive life giving communion with others.
With over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families, I have developed a holistic approach to therapy that embraces the individual needs for every client.
Hi and Welcome! I'm so glad you are here. If you are looking to make a change to your life I can help with that. Whether young, old or in between, we all have the power within us to change our story and welcome healing and wellness into our lives. As Rumi once said, "The dark thought, the shame, the mailce. Meet them at the door laughing and invite them in. Be grateful for whatever comes. Because each has been sent as a guide." I can help assist in this journey, to be a guide for you or your family member in learning the tools to help assist in creating a more peaceful and meaningful life.
With over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families, I have developed a holistic approach to therapy that embraces the individual needs for every client.
Hi and Welcome! I'm so glad you are here. If you are looking to make a change to your life I can help with that. Whether young, old or in between, we all have the power within us to change our story and welcome healing and wellness into our lives. As Rumi once said, "The dark thought, the shame, the mailce. Meet them at the door laughing and invite them in. Be grateful for whatever comes. Because each has been sent as a guide." I can help assist in this journey, to be a guide for you or your family member in learning the tools to help assist in creating a more peaceful and meaningful life.
You may feel stuck, anxious, or worn down from trying to balance it all. Maybe you’re adjusting to health changes, navigating stress, or searching for clarity in your relationships or career. My clients want to feel grounded again, to reconnect with their bodies, live in alignment with their values, and build the confidence and self-compassion needed not just to cope, but to truly thrive.
You may feel stuck, anxious, or worn down from trying to balance it all. Maybe you’re adjusting to health changes, navigating stress, or searching for clarity in your relationships or career. My clients want to feel grounded again, to reconnect with their bodies, live in alignment with their values, and build the confidence and self-compassion needed not just to cope, but to truly thrive.
I utilize evidence-based practices, including EMDR and Brainspotting, to support pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults as they navigate their unique paths to growth and well-being.
The road you’ve traveled may feel deeply tread upon, where peace, clarity, joy, and fulfillment appear to be mirages on the horizon. The weight of anxiety, depression, and trauma can loom large, casting shadows over your days. It can be hard to face this darkness alone. In the embrace of compassionate relationships, the seeds of healing are sown, and the potential for growth blooms. Within the therapeutic space, we cultivate an environment of safety and trust—a place where your story can unfold. Together, we’ll navigate the winding path to healing, discovering the steps that lead you toward the light you seek.
I utilize evidence-based practices, including EMDR and Brainspotting, to support pre-teens, teens, young adults, and adults as they navigate their unique paths to growth and well-being.
The road you’ve traveled may feel deeply tread upon, where peace, clarity, joy, and fulfillment appear to be mirages on the horizon. The weight of anxiety, depression, and trauma can loom large, casting shadows over your days. It can be hard to face this darkness alone. In the embrace of compassionate relationships, the seeds of healing are sown, and the potential for growth blooms. Within the therapeutic space, we cultivate an environment of safety and trust—a place where your story can unfold. Together, we’ll navigate the winding path to healing, discovering the steps that lead you toward the light you seek.
Immediate openings for adults and children 5+.
Available for in-person and virtual sessions for Michigan clients.
Immediate openings for adults and children 5+.
Available for in-person and virtual sessions for Michigan clients.
I'm a curious and compassionate therapist with experience supporting adult and teen clients seeking assessment and treatment for trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, disordered eating, and other stressors.
Reach out today to begin your therapy journey.
I'm a curious and compassionate therapist with experience supporting adult and teen clients seeking assessment and treatment for trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, disordered eating, and other stressors.
Reach out today to begin your therapy journey.
Today, 1/4 of my clients are teens; 1/4 are adult women; 1/2 are now adult men.
With me you will have both light and deep conversations about your life journey, past and present. Along the way, you will find me being both logical and discerning in identifying issues of concern.. As a practical and pragmatic person, I try to customize my responses to your issues by weaving some form of one or two of many different approved counseling modalities into our sessions. I believe we heal with some combination of our head, our heart, and our spirit, and that presents differently with every client . I enjoy working from a Christian perspective when appropriate for you. Pricing as low as $100 is often available.
Today, 1/4 of my clients are teens; 1/4 are adult women; 1/2 are now adult men.
With me you will have both light and deep conversations about your life journey, past and present. Along the way, you will find me being both logical and discerning in identifying issues of concern.. As a practical and pragmatic person, I try to customize my responses to your issues by weaving some form of one or two of many different approved counseling modalities into our sessions. I believe we heal with some combination of our head, our heart, and our spirit, and that presents differently with every client . I enjoy working from a Christian perspective when appropriate for you. Pricing as low as $100 is often available.
You are taking a courageous first step towards finding relief and feeling like yourself again. I believe through a safe and supporting relationship, healing and growth can happen. I am specialized in areas around women's health and mental health experiences, including perinatal wellness( pregnancy, birth and postpartum), attachment, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss. Parenthood and the path to parenthood releases symptoms we never expected, and old wounds that we never thought would surface and rupture. I believe mental health is your intrinsic right. You deserve to be seen, to be heard, and to be well.
You are taking a courageous first step towards finding relief and feeling like yourself again. I believe through a safe and supporting relationship, healing and growth can happen. I am specialized in areas around women's health and mental health experiences, including perinatal wellness( pregnancy, birth and postpartum), attachment, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss. Parenthood and the path to parenthood releases symptoms we never expected, and old wounds that we never thought would surface and rupture. I believe mental health is your intrinsic right. You deserve to be seen, to be heard, and to be well.
Ty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
2 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
You are struggling, and have no one to turn to. You have come here seeking solutions, and I can help you find them. Sometimes life does not go the way we planned, or the way we wanted. Whether it's illness, depression, anxiety, doubt, grief, or shame, the end of a relationship, an engagement or marriage, the loss of a loved one, the birth of a child, or the achievement of a long-term goal, I can help you remove the roadblocks and get back on the path to your best life.
You are struggling, and have no one to turn to. You have come here seeking solutions, and I can help you find them. Sometimes life does not go the way we planned, or the way we wanted. Whether it's illness, depression, anxiety, doubt, grief, or shame, the end of a relationship, an engagement or marriage, the loss of a loved one, the birth of a child, or the achievement of a long-term goal, I can help you remove the roadblocks and get back on the path to your best life.
I have 7 years of experience supporting individuals and families through grief at Michael's Place in Traverse City, as well as extensive experience assisting older adults and their loved ones through major life transitions.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re struggling with anxiety, navigating a life transition, coping with grief, or simply feeling stuck. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin moving toward the life you want.
As a clinical counseling intern at Mental Wellness Counseling in Traverse City, I bring a warm, grounded presence to the therapeutic relationship. I believe we all have an inner capacity for healing, especially when we feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and respect.
I have 7 years of experience supporting individuals and families through grief at Michael's Place in Traverse City, as well as extensive experience assisting older adults and their loved ones through major life transitions.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re struggling with anxiety, navigating a life transition, coping with grief, or simply feeling stuck. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin moving toward the life you want.
As a clinical counseling intern at Mental Wellness Counseling in Traverse City, I bring a warm, grounded presence to the therapeutic relationship. I believe we all have an inner capacity for healing, especially when we feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and respect.
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.