Strength-Based Therapists in 49546
Frank Florido
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I believe that each individual brings a unique set of skills and opportunities. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues; including family systems, relational issues, coping skills, anxiety, depression, and school issues.
I believe that each individual brings a unique set of skills and opportunities. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults on a variety of issues; including family systems, relational issues, coping skills, anxiety, depression, and school issues.
Elif Piromari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
With the use of strength-based interventions we can find a safe, culturally-responsive, and a non-judgmental environment to support your needs and overcome challenges.
As a daughter of immigrants, I am familiar with the struggles of feeling like an outsider, facing ongoing acculturation, as well as the stress and anxiety that comes with resettlement and starting over. I strive to normalize therapy and make it accessible to anyone struggling with their cultural or personal identity, including the immigrant community and anyone seeking therapy for the first time. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable with someone new is often one of the most challenging aspects of starting therapy. There is a stigma associated with seeking professional help for mental health in many communities.
With the use of strength-based interventions we can find a safe, culturally-responsive, and a non-judgmental environment to support your needs and overcome challenges.
As a daughter of immigrants, I am familiar with the struggles of feeling like an outsider, facing ongoing acculturation, as well as the stress and anxiety that comes with resettlement and starting over. I strive to normalize therapy and make it accessible to anyone struggling with their cultural or personal identity, including the immigrant community and anyone seeking therapy for the first time. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable with someone new is often one of the most challenging aspects of starting therapy. There is a stigma associated with seeking professional help for mental health in many communities.
Mark Squeteri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I work to create an environment that feels warm and supportive for each person. The relationship between the client and therapist is a true measure on how helpful the counseling experience will be for an individual. My goal is to guide and empower clients to make important meaningful changes in their life. I primarily use the methods of strength based and person centered talk therapy to achieve these outcomes. I believe everyone has the capacity to tap into the intuitive part of them self and use that wisdom to improve their life. People do have the ability to make positive changes in their life.
I work to create an environment that feels warm and supportive for each person. The relationship between the client and therapist is a true measure on how helpful the counseling experience will be for an individual. My goal is to guide and empower clients to make important meaningful changes in their life. I primarily use the methods of strength based and person centered talk therapy to achieve these outcomes. I believe everyone has the capacity to tap into the intuitive part of them self and use that wisdom to improve their life. People do have the ability to make positive changes in their life.
Carmon Therese Ferman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Recognized State of Michigan Licensed Master of Clinical Social Worker providing outpatient therapeutic counseling to individuals in the community. I specialized in substance use disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety and employment and life coaching. I work with both adolescents and adults, along with facilitating both group and individual therapy. Therapeutic techniques stem from a strength-based approach to therapy and are eclectic in nature with emphasis placed on cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy and trauma work.
Recognized State of Michigan Licensed Master of Clinical Social Worker providing outpatient therapeutic counseling to individuals in the community. I specialized in substance use disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety and employment and life coaching. I work with both adolescents and adults, along with facilitating both group and individual therapy. Therapeutic techniques stem from a strength-based approach to therapy and are eclectic in nature with emphasis placed on cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy and trauma work.
Cheryl Samuels
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Some therapies I use include cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based therapy, person-centered, symptom management, coping, conflict resolution, relationship, addictions, grief/loss, problem-solving, insight-oriented therapy, crisis intervention and supportive therapy.
Are you worried? Are you experiencing sadness or difficulty getting things done? Do you find that you are not enjoying things as you used to? Are you experiencing relationship problems or are your family concerns and responsibilities becoming overwhelming? Do you have self-critical or self-blaming thoughts? I have over 25 years of experience working to help improve people's lives in these and many other areas. My patients find that in working with me they gain the “mental health tool kit” to increase their well-being.
Some therapies I use include cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based therapy, person-centered, symptom management, coping, conflict resolution, relationship, addictions, grief/loss, problem-solving, insight-oriented therapy, crisis intervention and supportive therapy.
Are you worried? Are you experiencing sadness or difficulty getting things done? Do you find that you are not enjoying things as you used to? Are you experiencing relationship problems or are your family concerns and responsibilities becoming overwhelming? Do you have self-critical or self-blaming thoughts? I have over 25 years of experience working to help improve people's lives in these and many other areas. My patients find that in working with me they gain the “mental health tool kit” to increase their well-being.
Jhenna Jamal VanTimmeren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Jhenna Jamal VanTimmeren is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW-C) with years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults to reach their full potential by addressing their unique struggles. She seeks to improve individual self-confidence and decision-making by equipping individuals with the tools they need to navigate life's stressors. Jhenna specializes in treating anxiety sexual abuse, trauma, and PTSD.
Jhenna Jamal VanTimmeren is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW-C) with years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults to reach their full potential by addressing their unique struggles. She seeks to improve individual self-confidence and decision-making by equipping individuals with the tools they need to navigate life's stressors. Jhenna specializes in treating anxiety sexual abuse, trauma, and PTSD.
Jessica Rae Weits
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I’ve worked in in the mental health field for nearly 25 years, in inpatient and residential settings, as well as in the community. I’ve worked with diverse populations, primarily with adults of all ages, and also have experience working with adolescents who’ve experienced significant trauma. I’ve worked extensively with individuals diagnosed with severe anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation (and attempts), mood disorders, psychosis, borderline personality disorder, as well as intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental differences. I believe mental health services should be accessible to all and seek to make that a reality.
I’ve worked in in the mental health field for nearly 25 years, in inpatient and residential settings, as well as in the community. I’ve worked with diverse populations, primarily with adults of all ages, and also have experience working with adolescents who’ve experienced significant trauma. I’ve worked extensively with individuals diagnosed with severe anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation (and attempts), mood disorders, psychosis, borderline personality disorder, as well as intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental differences. I believe mental health services should be accessible to all and seek to make that a reality.
Anamaria Pogacean-Lorson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, NTS, EMDR, ADS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Waitlist for new clients
Whomever you are, I welcome you. If you are feeling stuck in your life or treatment, I extend hope and encouragement that change and transformation are possible. If you've experienced past trauma that left you feeling inadequate, you can heal and reclaim your true self and life. If, in the process of coping, you developed habits that now hinder you, you can break free and develop compassionate and wise ways to be with your difficulties. If you feel disconnected from your self/body/others, feel shut down, and/or constantly feel on edge, with guidance you can learn to feel safe, trust again, and find joy and meaning in your life.
Whomever you are, I welcome you. If you are feeling stuck in your life or treatment, I extend hope and encouragement that change and transformation are possible. If you've experienced past trauma that left you feeling inadequate, you can heal and reclaim your true self and life. If, in the process of coping, you developed habits that now hinder you, you can break free and develop compassionate and wise ways to be with your difficulties. If you feel disconnected from your self/body/others, feel shut down, and/or constantly feel on edge, with guidance you can learn to feel safe, trust again, and find joy and meaning in your life.
Abigail Elizabeth Robb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLC, LLMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Hi, I’m Abigail. As a clinician, it is my joy and purpose to help others better understand themselves and their experiences in order to live a more full and contented life. It is a wonderful gift to bear witness to the journey of others as they navigate the often-difficult waters of life’s ebb and flow. I incorporate my mindfulness training into the therapeutic process, creating solutions and effective techniques in addressing a wide range of challenges. I speak Spanish, Portuguese, German, and French.
Hi, I’m Abigail. As a clinician, it is my joy and purpose to help others better understand themselves and their experiences in order to live a more full and contented life. It is a wonderful gift to bear witness to the journey of others as they navigate the often-difficult waters of life’s ebb and flow. I incorporate my mindfulness training into the therapeutic process, creating solutions and effective techniques in addressing a wide range of challenges. I speak Spanish, Portuguese, German, and French.
Dani Lauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I am most passionate about walking with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, identity, self-esteem, body image, relationship challenges, and adjustment (into college or into young adult life), but find purpose in all my counseling relationships. In those relationships, I find it equally important to grieve and sit in brokenness and pain with clients as it is to celebrate growth, healing, and health.
I am most passionate about walking with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, identity, self-esteem, body image, relationship challenges, and adjustment (into college or into young adult life), but find purpose in all my counseling relationships. In those relationships, I find it equally important to grieve and sit in brokenness and pain with clients as it is to celebrate growth, healing, and health.
Hillary Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Waitlist for new clients
When thinking about the clients I most enjoy working with I imagine the people who are willing to put in the work, even when it can be challenging. They want to know more about themselves, their experience and how to be the best version of themselves. Willing to explore how their experiences and relationships have shaped them over the years as well as how to heal from some of them as well. It can be difficult at times to determine exact goals prior to coming into therapy so we can figure those out together.
When thinking about the clients I most enjoy working with I imagine the people who are willing to put in the work, even when it can be challenging. They want to know more about themselves, their experience and how to be the best version of themselves. Willing to explore how their experiences and relationships have shaped them over the years as well as how to heal from some of them as well. It can be difficult at times to determine exact goals prior to coming into therapy so we can figure those out together.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Welcome and I am so glad that you are here. Investing in your mental health is an investment in yourself and your quality of life. Life can bring joy but can also bring challenges that can be too difficult to maneuver alone. And you don’t have to. Engaging in therapy can be the start of unlearning old habits, changing your thinking patterns, and learning to find joy again. Whether you are being weighed down by past experiences, struggling with a recent life change, or just looking for a space to process day to day life, I can help you identify the root causes of these concerns and address them in a healthy and effective manner.
Welcome and I am so glad that you are here. Investing in your mental health is an investment in yourself and your quality of life. Life can bring joy but can also bring challenges that can be too difficult to maneuver alone. And you don’t have to. Engaging in therapy can be the start of unlearning old habits, changing your thinking patterns, and learning to find joy again. Whether you are being weighed down by past experiences, struggling with a recent life change, or just looking for a space to process day to day life, I can help you identify the root causes of these concerns and address them in a healthy and effective manner.
Jennifer Hayden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I believe that relationships are at the core of any effective therapy. It is important to me that the children and families I work with feel heard and respected. I am flexible in my approaches and how I deliver therapy. This allows me to be able to focus on the strengths of the child and family. I utilize interests, abilities, and passions to provide services that are engaging, comfortable, and impactful. I believe that children, adolescents and young adults thrive best in therapy when they are allowed to express themselves in the way that is most natural for them.
I believe that relationships are at the core of any effective therapy. It is important to me that the children and families I work with feel heard and respected. I am flexible in my approaches and how I deliver therapy. This allows me to be able to focus on the strengths of the child and family. I utilize interests, abilities, and passions to provide services that are engaging, comfortable, and impactful. I believe that children, adolescents and young adults thrive best in therapy when they are allowed to express themselves in the way that is most natural for them.
Cindy L. Haner-Velzen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Waitlist for new clients
I am dedicated to using my education, specialized training and extensive clinical expertise to guide clients in creating the life they desire and deserve to live. I am passionate about collaborating with clients and using evidenced based practices to increase healthy connections to self, life and others. Using Interactive Practices for Healing We, together, design a effective "blue print" for living which restores relationships, increases joy and decreases suffering.
I am dedicated to using my education, specialized training and extensive clinical expertise to guide clients in creating the life they desire and deserve to live. I am passionate about collaborating with clients and using evidenced based practices to increase healthy connections to self, life and others. Using Interactive Practices for Healing We, together, design a effective "blue print" for living which restores relationships, increases joy and decreases suffering.
Erika Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Safety. Trust. Control. Esteem. Connection. These are the five basic, human needs that get disrupted by trauma and stress. And not getting these needs met in our lives and relationships makes life a lot more work. I want to help you make space for yourself to identify your needs. I bring a trauma informed and trauma focused lens and we will work together to help you build connections with yourself and others.
Safety. Trust. Control. Esteem. Connection. These are the five basic, human needs that get disrupted by trauma and stress. And not getting these needs met in our lives and relationships makes life a lot more work. I want to help you make space for yourself to identify your needs. I bring a trauma informed and trauma focused lens and we will work together to help you build connections with yourself and others.
Katie Gendron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
With 28 years of experience, helping others is not just my job; it is my nature. Life can be stressful at times, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and lost in your own thoughts. With me, you will find a warm and empathetic environment so you may share your feelings and your story. I offer coping skills, ways to understand your emotions, and help you find real solutions to daily problems. These tools can help to restore a sense of calm in your life and guide you in finding your way back to yourself.
With 28 years of experience, helping others is not just my job; it is my nature. Life can be stressful at times, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and lost in your own thoughts. With me, you will find a warm and empathetic environment so you may share your feelings and your story. I offer coping skills, ways to understand your emotions, and help you find real solutions to daily problems. These tools can help to restore a sense of calm in your life and guide you in finding your way back to yourself.
Ashlynn Lister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I am Clinical Therapist with over 10 years of experience working primarily with children, teens, and young adults. I use various play techniques and engaging activities to learn about the areas of need a child may have and what kinds of behaviors those needs have impacted. I am happy to work with parents who might be needing guidance or feedback regarding their children's behaviors or mental health needs as well. In addition to working with children, I also see some adolescents and young adults struggling with life changes and other mental health needs.
I am Clinical Therapist with over 10 years of experience working primarily with children, teens, and young adults. I use various play techniques and engaging activities to learn about the areas of need a child may have and what kinds of behaviors those needs have impacted. I am happy to work with parents who might be needing guidance or feedback regarding their children's behaviors or mental health needs as well. In addition to working with children, I also see some adolescents and young adults struggling with life changes and other mental health needs.
Iesha Marie Johnson-White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
I'm a Therapist at Space for Change Therapeutic Services. I specialize and have a love for serving teens and young adults. I help teens learn coping strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and anger. I believe that creating a safe space to nurture self love, provides the opportunity for teens and young adults to successfully achieve their goals. I am intentional about cultivating a space that my clients can present their authentic selves as they address life challenges.
I'm a Therapist at Space for Change Therapeutic Services. I specialize and have a love for serving teens and young adults. I help teens learn coping strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and anger. I believe that creating a safe space to nurture self love, provides the opportunity for teens and young adults to successfully achieve their goals. I am intentional about cultivating a space that my clients can present their authentic selves as they address life challenges.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
We provide accessible, affordable and evidence-based behavioral health treatment to clients from the comfort of their home, Telebehavioral Health US provides outpatient psychotherapy using a using HIPAA compliant Video Conferencing Technology (VTC). To request an appointment go to www.telebehavioralhealth.us. Our staff will follow up with you to help you through the registration process. We look forward to working with you!
We provide accessible, affordable and evidence-based behavioral health treatment to clients from the comfort of their home, Telebehavioral Health US provides outpatient psychotherapy using a using HIPAA compliant Video Conferencing Technology (VTC). To request an appointment go to www.telebehavioralhealth.us. Our staff will follow up with you to help you through the registration process. We look forward to working with you!
Andrea Lynn Sulak
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Life can be difficult to navigate. Often we are indoctrinated by others beliefs and don't truly know who we are let alone how to live our lives. When energy gets stuck in the body and mind, whether it's from trauma, painful experiences or everyday stimuli in our lives, it causes patterns of unhealthy thoughts and behaviors.
Life can be difficult to navigate. Often we are indoctrinated by others beliefs and don't truly know who we are let alone how to live our lives. When energy gets stuck in the body and mind, whether it's from trauma, painful experiences or everyday stimuli in our lives, it causes patterns of unhealthy thoughts and behaviors.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.