Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

1401 60th St. SE, Suite B, Kentwood, MI 49508

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Life is harder than you ever imagined it would be. Whether it's your painful past that keeps showing up in your present, difficulty in completing tasks and staying focus, or the anxiety and stress from things that are out of your control, you just can't find your way out of the struggle. Maybe it's your child or teenager who is struggling and needs someone else to help them find their joy and peace. A positive change is possible. Hope can be realized and joy can be a regular part of your life again.

Using your body's own natural healing process, I use Run Therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, play-based techniques, and Somatic Experiencing to help you rewrite your story in a way that empowers you and your family to meet your goals, build resilience, and live well.

Your body, spirit, and mind are ready to do more than just cope and manage. You are ready to be empowered into living a life filled with inner peace, incredible adventures, and a joyful strength that takes you wherever you want to go. Begin your journey toward true healing right now by calling today to set up your free consultation.

Call or Email Deborah Westrate now for a free 15 minute consultation - (616) 512-0076

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1401 60th St. SE

Suite B

Kentwood, MI 49508

(616) 512-0076

I offer therapy sessions in-person or online. I am available Monday-Thursday mornings, afternoons, and some evenings.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Sports Performance

I see individuals and groups

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1401 60th St. SE

Suite B

Kentwood, MI 49508

(616) 512-0076

I offer therapy sessions in-person or online. I am available Monday-Thursday mornings, afternoons, and some evenings.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Sports Performance

I see individuals and groups

Finances

Fees

Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

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I believe that therapy should be affordable and for that reason I have a "Pay What You Can" policy. You decide the cost of therapy on your terms. I do not accept insurance, but I do provide superbills for those who would like to be reimbursed by insurance. Please reach out with any questions.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

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I believe that therapy should be affordable and for that reason I have a "Pay What You Can" policy. You decide the cost of therapy on your terms. I do not accept insurance, but I do provide superbills for those who would like to be reimbursed by insurance. Please reach out with any questions.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6451022032 Deborah Westrate
In Practice for 2 Years
Certificate from Evergreen Certifications Certified Trauma Professional (CTP) / 2022
Degree/Diploma from Calvin University Bachelors in Social Work / 2007
Attended Cornerstone University, Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2021

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I have over 15 years of experience helping adults, teens, and preteens through a variety of therapeutic and empowering ways. I am licensed in the state of Michigan and hold additional certification as a trauma professional.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

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I have over 15 years of experience helping adults, teens, and preteens through a variety of therapeutic and empowering ways. I am licensed in the state of Michigan and hold additional certification as a trauma professional.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Sports Performance

Expertise

ADHD
Child
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Emotional Disturbance
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sleep or Insomnia
Specific Phobias
Spirituality
Stress
Women's Issues

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I often work with clients struggling with ADHD, trauma, and/or anxiety. During our initial sessions we will address the issues you are dealing with and collaborate to make a plan to help you heal from the past and move forward into the future towards your ideal self. Most of my clients see a sustainable reduction in negative symptoms and an increase in positive experiences within the first month.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

"

I often work with clients struggling with ADHD, trauma, and/or anxiety. During our initial sessions we will address the issues you are dealing with and collaborate to make a plan to help you heal from the past and move forward into the future towards your ideal self. Most of my clients see a sustainable reduction in negative symptoms and an increase in positive experiences within the first month.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
EMDR
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Sandplay
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

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I often use body and brain-based therapeutic techniques in my practice, enhancing and intentionally using the body's own natural healing capabilities. With EMDR, Run Therapy, or Accelerated Resolution Therapy, in combination with somatic based practices, you will no longer be triggered by past memories and will learn how to retrain your body to a default state of relaxation.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

"

I often use body and brain-based therapeutic techniques in my practice, enhancing and intentionally using the body's own natural healing capabilities. With EMDR, Run Therapy, or Accelerated Resolution Therapy, in combination with somatic based practices, you will no longer be triggered by past memories and will learn how to retrain your body to a default state of relaxation.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 512-0076

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Deborah Westrate

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

My Practice at a Glance

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