Couples Counseling Therapists in Traverse City, MI
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Madison Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified
Verified
As a Limited Licensed Social Worker (LLMSW) with several years of experience in supporting clients through navigating the complexities of change and the human experience, I wholeheartedly believe in the power of human connection in safe, affirming spaces. My goal as a therapist is to help individuals gather information from their experience, develop an understanding of this information, and utilize it to learn the proper tools to make life feel more meaningful. I aim to
partner
with clients in their therapeutic journey and emphasize authenticity and transparency within the therapeutic relationship.
Not accepting new clients
Darcy Britten
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I believe that all individuals have the wisdom, strength and resilience to bring about change. It is a privilege to help you develop coping skills and solutions to problems, and to be a
partner
with you in your healing from pain and trauma. My work is guided by Solution Focused Therapy and I use Brainspotting, a brain based psychotherapy modality, which allows access to the midbrain, where traumatic experiences are stored. I provide a safe place where you can build on strengths and heal emotional pain and anxiety, to lead a more satisfying life.
Jeremy Bilderback
Counselor, MA, LLPC
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.
Denise Wunderlich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified
Verified
My extensive experience, education, and skills allow me to help individuals and
couples
resolve a variety of problems.
Relationships can be hard! You can put your heart and soul into trying to fix problems and still feel stuck. Maybe you're in an exhausting cycle of never-ending challenges and feeling discouraged because nothing ever changes, or trapped and wondering, "What's the point anyway?" Let's face it, often friends and family mean well, but sometimes they're part of the problem! If you're: feeling misunderstood, worried a lot, easily angered, having trouble sleeping or eating or finding the energy to get through the day, or lacking excitement about doing things that you used to love, then it may be time to get professional help!
Kim Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified
Verified
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.
Bridget M Callaghan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I am a trained
couples
therapist and see
couples
on a limited basis.
I am dedicated to helping others navigate their complex and uncomfortable emotions and behaviors. At the core of therapy is change. Change itself can be scary, exciting and challenging. We will get through it together.
Stephen Scott
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
Verified
I provide counseling services to adults, teens,
couples
, & families.
Sometimes, finding hope and purpose can be really difficult. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, relationship issues, teenager adjustments, or even an addiction, the storms of life can be challenging, but you don’t have to weather those storms alone. Everyone deserves to feel hope…everyone deserves to live life with purpose. As a counselor, I've had the privilege of walking with hundreds of people through heavy and often overwhelming seasons in their lives. One of the many things I've learned is that your past does not need to define your future. Restored health, hope, and purpose can be your reality.
Jeffrey D Goodwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I focus on
couples counseling
using the Gottman method, and grief and trauma using talk therapy and EMDR.
I love helping adolescents and their families! Sounds strange I know, but it's true. I provide a listening ear and create a non-judgmental space for youth ages 11-24 to talk about life, love, friendship, and the challenges associated with transitioning into adulthood. I also work with struggling adults,
couples
and stressed families, and help individuals deal with things like depression and anxiety. Life puts lots of pressure on individuals, marriages, parents, and families, and I'd love to help you find ways to cope with the pressure and go from surviving to thriving!
Zane Schwaiger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLMFT
Verified
Verified
In my work with
couples
and families, I provide a warm, non-judgmental presence to help you share your story, make discoveries, and meet your goals. I have a particular passion for helping
couples
, and I also work with individuals of all ages. I see family members as part of a connected system, and I honor each person's need for belonging and independence within their closest relationships. My background in education and love for the natural world shape my connection with clients.
Aimee VanAndel
Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adolescents, adults,
couples
, and families to help them make long-lasting changes in their lives.
We all want to live our best life, but sometimes anxiety, depression, or just the “stuff” in life gets in the way. Maybe you feel stuck in a job, relationship, or situation that just doesn’t bring you joy anymore. Maybe you get so worried about making a wrong choice that it's hard to make a choice at all. We all feel a little lost sometimes and just don’t know where to go from here, how to make our dreams a reality, how to feel fulfilled, how to have a purpose.
Julie Olson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Hi! I’m glad you’re here. Life can be hard and confusing and scary. You may be feeling overwhelmed or you’re struggling with low self-worth and self-doubt. Maybe you’re having difficulty in your relationships with friends, family or
partner
(s). Perhaps you’re struggling to identify and express your emotions. Add to that, despite all of the positives associated with social media, many people are feeling more isolated and alone than ever. I specialize in treating people struggling with depression, anxiety and trauma as well as life transitions such as navigating college, careers and relationships.
Great Lakes Psychology Group
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
We provide professional, confidential counseling and assessment for children, adolescents, adults,
couples
, and families. GLPG has multiple locations throughout the Midwest, over 100 therapists in various specialties, and accept most insurance plans. Evening and weekend appointments are available for your convenience.
Great Lakes Psychology Group
Counselor
Verified
Verified
We provide professional, confidential counseling and assessment for children, adolescents, adults,
couples
, and families. GLPG has multiple locations throughout the Midwest, over 100 therapists in various specialties, and accept most insurance plans. Evening and weekend appointments are available for your convenience.
Not accepting new clients
Steven McCleary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ADS
Verified
Verified
I incorporate mindfulness-based interventions, a strong knowledge of neuroscience, and research-based therapy approaches to assist individuals or
couples
to increase their ability to fully embrace their experience and mindfully create change in their lives.
I practice Integrative Psychotherapy, which incorporates all aspects of the person in the change process. Many people who seek counseling do so as a result of experiencing a problem that they cannot resolve on their own. This creates difficulties in moods, behaviors, and relationships as that problem begins to drain their energy and attention. My goal is to assist you in re-connecting with a sense of balance, or integration, in your life.
Head and Heart Therapeutic Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LPC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
We practice Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Gottman-informed
couples counseling
.
We believe every person deserves to feel, heal, and evolve. In the context of warm, authentic relationships, we provide therapy based on social science research: treatments that have been proven to help people find real solutions to real problems. In our practice: clients are accepted whole-heartedly and become the hero of their own stories. We provide a safe environment, affirming relationships, and science-based therapy. Clients become empowered to make meaning from trauma and conquer phobias, anxiety, and depression.
Kathryn Penfold, M.Sc, LLP
Limited Licensed Psychologist, BSW, MSc, LLP
My areas of treatment include relationship difficulties (
couples
,parent/child,family) depression, anxiety, stress and trauma as well as other clinical areas.
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
Not accepting new clients
Heeren Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
Allison Heeren LMSW provides individual,
couples
and family therapy for a broad spectrum of issues, including expertise in marital therapy, women's issues, eating disorders, chronic illness, grief and loss, and infertility.
Heeren Family Therapy offers counseling for all age groups. We are fully licensed mental health professionals, each with over 30 years of clinical experience. We use treatment techniques uniquely tailored to meet the needs of our clients. Our goal is to offer a confidential, safe, and nurturing environment where clients take an active role in their own treatment. Through the therapeutic process, we help clients gain an intellectual and emotional understanding of their issues so they are empowered to make healthy choices toward wellness. We have a holistic philosophy and will help with referrals to appropriate community resources as needed.
Waitlist for new clients
Kristen VanDerKolk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Adult services; specifically new moms, parents, and
couples
range from grief, stress, anxiety, depression, infertility, premarital and relationship issues.
I consider counseling a safe space to share struggles that we are facing in this world. Life can be hard, lonely, and overwhelming at times for all ages. Having support for yourself as you navigate through difficult feelings, situations, and decisions is what counseling provides. I believe that we all want to live at our true potential and sometimes that takes a refresh or deep look at how we are currently functioning. Life is a journey meant to be experienced with others.
Tyler Higley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in working with teens, adults and
couples
dealing with issues that are taking away from their ability to live out the life they desire.
I believe all people generally have the resources to help themselves, yet sometimes simply need a safe, trustworthy professional to help work through issues, identify goals, make healthy decisions and take steps necessary to live life more fully. I use an integrative approach that draws largely from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solutions-focused and cognitive behavioral theories. I recognize and respect the fact that individuals have widely varying perspectives and needs. Lastly, I am fully virtual and offer either phone or video sessions.
Kerrie Grow McLean
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
My work with
couples
is centered around improving clients' understanding of their
partner
's intimacy needs and how to communicate and express their own sexuality.
As a licensed clinical psychologist I provide brief and long term therapy specializing in treating sexual issues and helping clients improve the satisfaction in their relationships. Working with both individuals and
couples
, my practice focuses on guiding clients to live a more authentic and fulfilling life through greater intimate connection.
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What type of Traverse City mental health professional is right for me?
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If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist or counselor in Traverse City?
When looking to find a therapist, start by considering training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
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