Therapists in Kalamazoo, MI

I am here to support you as you navigate life's challenges and transitions. My first goal is to create a safe, confidential and relaxed environment where you can share freely and be your genuine self. I focus on the whole person and use a mix of techniques including compassion, empathy, strengths-based, skill-building, mindfulness and creative expression to address a variety of issues. We will work together to set goals and create steps to achieve those goals based on what you want and need.

Human beings are in a constant state of coping, healing or growth. I love having the opportunity to guide and support individuals through these various states. I am trained in trauma informed practice and enjoy working with individuals who have experienced trauma across the lifespan. I also have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, LGBTQIA+, and parenting challenges. I believe that self-awareness and mindfulness are powerful tools in helping us navigate life and I want to help you find what works for you.

Your counseling experience is just that- yours. My goal is to meet you where you are at in your own journey and gain understanding into your needs, strengths, supports and challenges. Together, we will build a therapeutic plan based on your desired outcomes. With over 10 years of experience working as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with children 10+, teens, adults and families. I offer support in the areas of depression, anxiety, self-esteem/self worth, family conflicts, grief and loss, LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, relationship conflicts, motivation, parenting, career exploration and sports counseling.

Counseling is a journey that is often filled with self-discovery, new awareness, and difficult choices. Telling your story can bring relief and a new way of looking at the world, and more importantly, a new way of looking at your life. Looking at where you might want to go in your life, or how you want to have better control over your emotions, behaviors, and thoughts are the challenges I’ll help you discover and manage. I have been working in the mental health and substance abuse field for 30 years and bring a variety of therapy techniques, expertise, and life experience to my work with clients.

Life experiences can impact us in surprising, often difficult and even traumatic ways leaving us feeling out of touch with ourselves and those around us. With over sixteen (16) years of experience working alongside individuals and families in a variety of clinical settings, my clinical approach begins with meeting you where you are at, without judgement or preconceived notions, to help create a safe, warm and welcoming environment for change. Combining my experience as a clinical social worker and as a parent, my aim is to provide resources and tools that can be used to breakdown the barriers that may exist in your life.

Are you struggling with a loss of interest in normal activities or with a feeling of hopelessness, do you feel consumed with grief, struggle meeting goals, maybe you find it difficult to communicate effectively with family, coworkers, or friends. Life has many transitions and you may need help coping with them (new or loss of a job, college, empty nest, separation, parenting etc). I offer you a safe nonjudgmental space to assist you with finding solutions to your concerns. I am a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor & Limited Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & I can't wait to help you through your therapeutic journey.

Life can present many challenges and talking with someone can help you to process and release emotions, learn new skills, and gain new perspectives. I work with each person as a unique individual, creating a trusting partnership where we can work together to help you achieve your goals.

Life is not always easy, and everyone has struggles. Seeking help is a courageous first step. My goal for working with my clients is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and relaxed environment. I consider all aspects of a person, such as background, race/ethnicity, culture, sexual and gender identity. My approach is holistic and is tailored to meet the individual needs of my clients. My goal is to work together with my clients to help them learn and practice positive coping skills and create the life they desire. I have experience working with children, teenagers, as well as adults.

I assist individuals and families in solving problems as they work toward recovery from addiction and other mental health conditions. I can serve as a guide, resource and source of strength for those who wish to undertake this journey. For individuals, I have an extensive background in substance use and other mental disorders and can help you work through the problems associated with those disorders. For families, I can also assist in helping parents, spouses and/or children understand what is happening to their loved one and provide coping skills for the challenges presented by the problems of the mind.

I am here to help you find the healthiest, most whole part of you. I believe recovery is EVERYWHERE. My primary purpose is to help you heal your whole self. Working under a philosophy based in compassion, acceptance and mindfulness, I want to partner with you to bring out your strengths and help find the joy that's waiting for you.

Life is ever changing and at times it can become very difficult. During these times we need others to walk us through these challenges. Together we can explore what is currently not working in your life and the changes you want to make. In sessions, we will develop the needed tools to help you make healthier choices for your life, develop skills to address problems and build a suppport system that works for you. I utilize a variety of counseling approaches and techniques to meet the needs of your situation. I work with individuals, couples and families.

It is my belief that quality of life is promoted by breaking through barriers that prevent wholistic growth of the the individual and/or family unit. Thus, it has been my professional goal to empower individuals, families and communities over the last 20 years from my clinical and educational experiences. My clinical expertise covers the following: Impulse Control Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sexual Addictions, Mood Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Learning Disorders, Domestic Violence, Sexual Victimization, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Bully Prevention, Anger Management, Family Preservation/Reintegration, Parenting, Stress Management and Assessment/Diagnostics.

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.

As a clinical psychologist, I have been supporting youth, adults, and families in improving their mental health and daily functioning for over 10 years. My therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based therapies along with your input to guide sessions and interventions. Our sessions will center on exploring your thoughts and behavioral patterns, identifying and communicating feelings and working toward developing healthy perspectives, coping strategies and strengths for improved functioning.

Welcome! My name is Morgan Overstreet. I am a licensed counselor that's been in private practice for 7 years. At my practice I offer both life coaching and therapy services! I've been supporting people who struggle with anxiety, depression, and stress due to life transitions, identity, parenting and/or relationship concerns. The human experience is complicated - I see myself as someone who is here to help others get to a healthier place with themselves, so that they can feel empowered and resilient in this world.

Are you feeling anxious, stressed and worried about your relationships with others? Have you experienced a life transition that is difficult? Are you wanting to gain emotional insight and healing and feel a greater sense of strength, courage and bravery? I am here to help. You don't have to go through it on your own. Areas I focus on include: couple's counseling, high school/college transitions, stress and anger issues, health-related difficulties like chronic pain and HIV, family conflict, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem and identity, grief, loss and trauma and issues related to gender identity development.

Life's challenges can become overwhelming and we can feel anxious, hopeless, depressed, and simply stuck.

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Since the 1980s, I have seen many clients seeking psychological assessments. At the first meeting with the client, I do thorough psychosocial history to assess individual strengths and ask the person to work with me on what needs to be changed. From there, I decide what testing would be helpful and set up an appointment for the assessment battery. Additionally, I have taught counseling skills as well as psychological assessments to graduate doctoral students for many years. I have taught courses in forensic psychology and brain behavior relationships. I supervise the work of several counselors and psychologists.