Michelle Van Elst
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Let's Connect (616) 681-5478
I offer virtual therapy and in person in Allegan, Jenison, and Holland, MI. I am passionate about working alongside children, adolescents, and young adults struggling through depression, anxiety, difficult life stressors, and low self esteem. My passion as a therapist comes from a desire to help each client feel empowered to share their unique story and voice with the world. I create a safe space to navigate challenges, build coping skills, and ultimately, take control of your life and your story.
I primarily use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness strategies, as well as elements of art and play therapies to build skills to help you cope with the challenges of life.
Please reach out to have a quick chat to see if we are a good fit for each other! Looking forward to chatting!
Call or Email Michelle Van Elst now for a free 15 minute consultation - (616) 681-5478
Let's Connect (616) 681-5478
Finances
Insurance
- ASR Health Benefits
- Blue Care Network
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Priority Health
Michelle Van Elst
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 681-5478
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6801120565 Michelle Van Elst
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended Grand Valley State University, MSW, Graduated 2019
- License: State of Illinois 150.105464 / 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Michelle Van Elst
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (616) 681-5478
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Career Counseling
- Caregivers
- Child
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Michelle Van Elst
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 681-5478
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Play Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Michelle Van Elst
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (616) 681-5478
Location
Additional Location
Hope and Wholeness Psychology
426 Water Street
Allegan, MI 49010
(616) 681-5478Nearby Areas
Michelle Van Elst
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 681-5478