Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS (she, they)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

Grand Rapids, MI 49519

Waitlist for new clients

(616) 344-5295

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Accepting New Clients - We believe that you are the master of your own life and that therapy is a joint process that we can navigate together. We are here to help you develop the tools and understanding needed to create the life you want and meet your goals. Our mission is to provide more accessible services to underserved clients. Our counselors can help with a variety of different concerns, such as struggles related to anxiety, ADHD, autism, depression, self esteem, LGBTQ+ related concerns, self-harm, OCD, substance use, relationship issues, chronic illness, family conflict, and more. We are best reached by email.

Our agency has therapists who use skills from various modalities, such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Focus, and others. We have therapists who work with adults and adolescents providing individual therapy. We want to ensure each client and therapist is a good therapeutic fit, and will work with you to find your match!

Many of our therapists are part of the LGBTQ+ community, and have experienced symptoms related to neurodivergence, anxiety, and depression themselves. We hope that our experiences can better help us to understand yours and that we can be an asset to you in your journey to grow and heal. We also prioritize hiring those who are kink and poly aware/friendly.

Call or Email Suppression 2 Expression Counseling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (616) 344-5295

Practice at a Glance

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Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Grand Rapids, MI 49519

(616) 344-5295

Grandville, MI 49418

Our services are teletherapy only and are completed via video. In the case that video is not an option, audio only sessions can be utilized.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Anxiety and Autism

$90 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Thank you for being here I'm Sam. No one has all of the answers & that's okay, let's work together to explore your journey & meet your goals

Let's Connect (616) 344-5295

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Grand Rapids, MI 49519

(616) 344-5295

Grandville, MI 49418

Our services are teletherapy only and are completed via video. In the case that video is not an option, audio only sessions can be utilized.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Anxiety and Autism

$90 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Thank you for being here I'm Sam. No one has all of the answers & that's okay, let's work together to explore your journey & meet your goals

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $90
Couple Sessions $120
Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
ASR Health Benefits
Blue Care Network
Blue Cross
Blue Cross Federal
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
Cofinity | First Health
McLaren
Meridian
Meritain Health
Molina Healthcare
MultiPlan
Optum
Priority Health
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Self-Pay - Intake: $110, Session: $90/hr, $75/45 min, $60/half hr. No show: $50 fee. Insurance rates vary based on the insurance.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

Self-Pay - Intake: $110, Session: $90/hr, $75/45 min, $60/half hr. No show: $50 fee. Insurance rates vary based on the insurance.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

Qualifications

Licensed Professional Counselor: Sam Shump

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6401014857 Sam Shump
In Practice for 9 Years
Certificate from National Board Certified Counselor 1723938 / 2023
Certificate from Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist 721670 / 2022
Attended Spring Arbor University, Master of Arts in Counseling , Graduated 2015

We are a practice with several therapists and their licensing types vary. The credentials listed in this profile are the practice owner's credentials.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

We are a practice with several therapists and their licensing types vary. The credentials listed in this profile are the practice owner's credentials.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

LGBTQ+
Anxiety
Autism

Expertise

ADHD
Anger Management
Body Positivity
Chronic Illness
Codependency
Depression
Domestic Violence
Grief
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Substance Use
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans
Women's Issues

We are an agency and each of our therapists have their own unique specialties. As a whole, our agency has a stronger focus on serving the LGBTQIA community, those who are neurodivergent, and other under served populations.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

4 Endorsements

Lyza Ballard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPA, CCPT, ASDCS

Sam is a calculated, solution focused, and a ethical provider. I appreciate her tenacity towards finding sustainable ways to serve vulnerable clients (Queer, Transgender, & neurodiversity) and assisting clients to live their most authentic and best lives.

Melissa Lynne Andrews

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

I have worked with Sam at two different establishments, and would recommend her to anyone who struggles with ADHD, addiction, alcohol use, anger, depression, drug abuse, grief, relationship issues, self esteem issues, and suicidal ideation. She is a calm a...

Ananya Avinash

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

I have had the honor of working alongside Sam over the last several years in various capacities including crisis work and private practice. She has consistently remained approachable, empathetic, and insightful to everyone who needs a listening ear. If you...

Ryan Townes

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Sam and I have known each other for years, both as friends and colleagues. Sam is a compassionate professional who uses CBT and solution-focused modalities with her clients. She is a member of the LGBTQ+ community herself and specializes in working with ...

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Deaf Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Little Person Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Deaf Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Little Person Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
Feminist
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

We are a group practice with several different therapists who all have their own unique styles and preferences with the types of therapy skills they utilize.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

We are a group practice with several different therapists who all have their own unique styles and preferences with the types of therapy skills they utilize.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

Location

Primary Location

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Grand Rapids, MI 49519

(616) 344-5295

Email us

Website

Additional Location

Grandville, MI 49418

(616) 344-5295

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Our services are teletherapy only and are completed via video. In the case that video is not an option, audio only sessions can be utilized.

Call for a free consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS

Our services are teletherapy only and are completed via video. In the case that video is not an option, audio only sessions can be utilized.

Call for a free consultation now - (616) 344-5295

Suppression 2 Expression Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS