Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI

By way of a multitude of evidence-based practices, assessments, and appropriate diagnoses my aspiration is to assist individuals in becoming more effective and self-reliant when in the process of resolving problems. I am passionate about promoting such elements of counseling as prevention, advocacy, and empowerment. It is also a strong personal value of mine to support and protect vulnerable individuals from harm. My intention in therapy is to develop a secure and reassuring space to uplift clients as they work towards their personal goals along their mental health and wellness journey.

I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am committed to supporting individuals as they navigate difficulties with mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship/peer conflict, anger, behavioral issues, life transitions/life skills, gender/sexual/racial identity, self-harm and suicidal ideation. I am motivated to work alongside clients as they grapple with the intersections of their racial, gender, sexual, and spiritual identities. I am invested in clients who are willing to be uncomfortable as side effect of their lifetime journey of healing and personal growth.

In my almost decade of working with individuals, families, and systems I have found that the greatest amount of healing and change happens in relationship with others. None of us is an island-even if we’ve often had to operate as one. Together we will co-create a space where you feel able to both rest and grow in yourself. This means that I strive to not only support you in processing all that you bring to our sessions, but in reimagining how you can engage with people, places, and systems outside of our sessions.

Sometimes life can present us with difficulties, as well as opportunities, that we don't expect or aren't sure how to handle. Many people find ways of healing, growing, and even striving through the counseling process. Once you've decided to seek out psychotherapy, finding the therapist who is the right fit for you can feel overwhelming. The psychologists, professional counselors and social workers at River City Psychological Services (RCPS) strive to create a safe environment where people can grow and heal.

Welcome! I am glad you are here. As a mental health professional, I provide support and intervention for a variety of psychological, career, academic, and relational experiences across the lifespan to diverse persons. This includes services to individuals, various partner structures, families, and groups. My work centers on decolonization and destigmatization of mental health services with emphasis on culturally-affirming care. As such, I identify as a LGBTQIA+, Kink, Disability, and Gender Affirming provider. The experiences of marginalized, minoritized, and disenfranchised communities remain at the forefront of my clinical work.

There are two things that I have learned about therapy over the years as both a client and a therapist: 1) Therapy takes “work”! This “work” looks different for folx because we are on our unique journeys- this is okay! 2) Healing is not linear. Meaning, you may experience a range of feelings, thoughts, and reactions on your healing journey- this is okay! Whether you are interested in delving deeper into yourself, exploring past and present experiences, just want to talk, etc., I am here to support you along the way.

Let's be honest really quickly: We've all been a "Petty Patty/Pete" at some point in our lives. It's even become popular, especially in social media. Listen to this, what I've learned in life & this field is whether we have been that person or been affected by one, we can all chase the root down to something deeper than the situation, i.e. sadness, hurt, anxiety or trauma. I am here to offer you a non-judgmental space to process from the petty to highly problematic experience. I invite you to work with me to heal in order for you to feel better from the inside out & have more "Peaceful Patty/Pete" experiences and relationships.

You want to be loved again? You want to have conversations without arguing all of the time. There’s no such thing as normal these days. It's rough. Every. Day. Nothing is getting resolved and you’re both walking on eggshells. Where did the fun, the laughter, the romance go? It seems like you just don't understand each other anymore. You're tired of living with a roommate. When we work together expect it to be direct. We'll find effective and practical solutions for your relationship hurts and struggles. I keep it real and relevant. You want your relationship to be better? So do I. Let's work together to make it happen.

As a licensed clinical therapist and school social worker, my goal, focus and passion is to help every person I work with meet their full potential by helping them with healing and understanding “The Process”. I take pride in standing with you in exploring various behaviors that hinder success (thoughts, emotions, actions and inactions) with compassion and empathy.

Thank you for visiting our post! We believe people come to therapy equipped with the tools needed to flourish in life and relationships. Sometimes the trials and tribulations of life get in the way. Unresolved fear(s), the past and loss can become barriers. We hope to assist those with the desire to grow in some area of their personal life and are willing to explore how to reach their potential. Our role is to come alongside and help build solutions that support the individual's best hopes.

Vulnerability: while rewarding, can be daunting. It isn’t easy to let someone into your internal landscape and I value the possibility of learning yours. My name is Sam and I work with clients to become intimately comfortable with the buried and beautifully impactful aspects of themselves. Often, the relationship to yourself contributes to how your days unfold in the world around you. When was the last time you heard or nurtured the parts of yourself that long for you? In doing so, a gateway opens up to a sense of self-worth that will allow you to experience yourself and your environment with a new lens.

Do you need someone to walk alongside you as you navigate difficult times and seek personal growth? I am honored to offer a safe place for healing conversations. I have over 10 years of experience working with youth, families and individuals both in Latin America, as well as in the United States.

Welcome to New Beginnings Therapy and Consulting Services, PLLC. My ideal client is someone Who is committed to self-improvement and one who is invested in themselves.

My clinical treatment experiences have included work with children diagnosed with a developmental delay, children and caregivers who have experienced trauma, I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, & Child-Parent Psychotherapy, young adults children who have experienced intense stress, trauma, physical or emotional separation from loved ones, and/or loss. I aim to strengthen the protective factors found within these primary relationships.

Our counseling exists to serve individuals and couples through professional counseling. Our counseling goal is to impact lives on a spiritual, emotional, and mental level. Counseling also involves the sharing of personal problems, concerns, and stories with a professional who is skilled at helping the client or clients come to a resolution or solution about their particular situation. The general goals for the client are that he or she can identify the issue(s), develop a plan of action, and then implement that plan to move forward and progress in spite of their spiritual, emotional and/or mental setbacks.

Feeling alone, misunderstood, or struggling with internal conflicts? Seeking a safe space to confront your challenges and be truly heard? You're not alone. Many individuals like you yearn to reclaim their worth, well-being, and authenticity by nurturing a healthy relationship with themselves. Together, we can break free from depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, or an unhealthy self-relationship and foster positive change in your life.

Finding the right therapist is a bit like finding the right fitted – you've got to try a few on to see what fits just right. Hey there! I'm Tomario, a Master level Social Worker. My focus is on helping teens, adults, and couples tackle challenges such as anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, depression, anger, self-discovery, and relationship or family conflicts. I'm all about teaming up with you to come up with effective strategies for dealing with whatever life throws your way.

My name is Dorothy Aguwa. I completed my master’s degree in Social Work at Wayne State University in 1989 in Detroit, Michigan with over 32 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings, including outpatient specialty clinics, crisis intervention, structured outpatient programs, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, private practice, and case management. I have a broad range of clinical experience working with individuals and groups across the life span in the areas of mood disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, anger and stress management, family and relationship issues, anxiety disorders and borderline personality disorder.

Life can be described as a beautiful gift, and it is also true that life can present us with circumstances that seem unfair and insufferable. When this occurs, we could benefit from support that enables us to develop insight into ourselves, obtain clarity, identify choices, accept responsibility, foster growth, learn new skills, build resilience, pursue freedom, and feel heard, seen, and empowered as we navigate life. Asking for help is challenging for many reasons, but I have witnessed how being receptive to support has brought about a multitude of blessings. I would love to serve as a source of hope and light on your journey.