Family Therapy in Ottawa County, MI
Using mindfulness techniques and a combination of different theoretical approaches, a holistic approach can help with depression, anxiety, emotional difficulties, trauma, stress, family issues and work-related problems.
Integrative, connected, holistic, and person-centered are just some of the words that I would use to describe my therapeutic approach with my clients. I believe that your body, mind, and spirit are all connected and play a crucial role in your healing journey, and understanding this connection can encourage you to thrive and heal on a deeper level.
Using mindfulness techniques and a combination of different theoretical approaches, a holistic approach can help with depression, anxiety, emotional difficulties, trauma, stress, family issues and work-related problems.
Integrative, connected, holistic, and person-centered are just some of the words that I would use to describe my therapeutic approach with my clients. I believe that your body, mind, and spirit are all connected and play a crucial role in your healing journey, and understanding this connection can encourage you to thrive and heal on a deeper level.
Joshua Martinez
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP, LLPC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Haven, MI 49417
In my free time, I enjoy backpacking, disc golf, grilling out with friends and family, and mint chocolate chip ice cream.
I believe in creating a warm and safe place where people can feel comfortable working through their difficulties and emerge with new strength. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families on a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues. Some people have a clear idea of the problem they want to address, and others are simply experiencing too much difficulty and only know that something needs to change. In either case, I explore their individual experiences and perspectives, and what they would like out of the therapeutic process before collaboratively developing the interventions and tools that best meet their needs.
In my free time, I enjoy backpacking, disc golf, grilling out with friends and family, and mint chocolate chip ice cream.
I believe in creating a warm and safe place where people can feel comfortable working through their difficulties and emerge with new strength. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families on a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues. Some people have a clear idea of the problem they want to address, and others are simply experiencing too much difficulty and only know that something needs to change. In either case, I explore their individual experiences and perspectives, and what they would like out of the therapeutic process before collaboratively developing the interventions and tools that best meet their needs.
I can help by validating their feelings, identifying stressors, teaching coping strategies and working with the client and family as a unit and as individuals.
My ideal client would be a child or teen, but can do adults if needed! Their issues could span a variety of areas. Coping with trauma, self-esteem issues, eating disorders and behavioral disorders are just a few areas of issues I can address. Their needs and goals may vary but adjusting to life situations, learning coping strategies and recognizing themselves as worthwhile people would be my goals.
I can help by validating their feelings, identifying stressors, teaching coping strategies and working with the client and family as a unit and as individuals.
My ideal client would be a child or teen, but can do adults if needed! Their issues could span a variety of areas. Coping with trauma, self-esteem issues, eating disorders and behavioral disorders are just a few areas of issues I can address. Their needs and goals may vary but adjusting to life situations, learning coping strategies and recognizing themselves as worthwhile people would be my goals.
Whether you’re grappling with family conflict, depression, anxiety, navigating single parenthood, or seeking support for substance use issues, I’m here to provide compassionate guidance and effective interventions tailored to your unique needs.
Whether you’re grappling with family conflict, depression, anxiety, navigating single parenthood, or seeking support for substance use issues, I’m here to provide compassionate guidance and effective interventions tailored to your unique needs.
Experience a Difference! GR TherapyGroup offers experienced and innovative counseling and therapy for any situation. By creating the best possible setting to practice, GR TherapyGroup ensures our therapists can provide West Michigan with the best family, individual, and couples counseling services. In-person and online counseling available.
Experience a Difference! GR TherapyGroup offers experienced and innovative counseling and therapy for any situation. By creating the best possible setting to practice, GR TherapyGroup ensures our therapists can provide West Michigan with the best family, individual, and couples counseling services. In-person and online counseling available.
We have therapists who specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, family dynamics and more.
We are a small, local collection of therapists (Clinical Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors). We LOVE to work a wide range of people and concerns. We have therapists who only work via telehealth, some who see people in person, and many who do both. We work with children as young as 7 or 8 years old and up. We can work with individuals, couples and families. Our goal is to help your identify and achieve YOUR goals for a happier, healthier life.
We have therapists who specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, family dynamics and more.
We are a small, local collection of therapists (Clinical Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors). We LOVE to work a wide range of people and concerns. We have therapists who only work via telehealth, some who see people in person, and many who do both. We work with children as young as 7 or 8 years old and up. We can work with individuals, couples and families. Our goal is to help your identify and achieve YOUR goals for a happier, healthier life.
Compassionate Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, Phd , PA
Verified Verified
Spring Lake, MI 49456
We want our services to bring you and your family hope, healing, and wholeness.
As compassionate therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential. Our caring multidisciplinary team is ready to guide you through depression, anxiety, anger, mood issues, trauma, relationship conflict, or other life stressors. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a person-centered approach tailored to your needs to help you reach the personal or relational growth you deserve. We hope that you come to know the unique person that God has created you to be in order to live your life in abundance.
We want our services to bring you and your family hope, healing, and wholeness.
As compassionate therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential. Our caring multidisciplinary team is ready to guide you through depression, anxiety, anger, mood issues, trauma, relationship conflict, or other life stressors. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a person-centered approach tailored to your needs to help you reach the personal or relational growth you deserve. We hope that you come to know the unique person that God has created you to be in order to live your life in abundance.
Jean Chamness Russner
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MSA, MA LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
Let me assist you in understanding how to best respond to your child and enhance your family relationships.
People are my Passion. If you need a listening ear to process feelings, a helping hand to navigate life transitions or interpersonal relationships, or support for managing mental health conditions, I'm here to help. With over 20 years of experience and being CBT Certified, I use DBT-informed CBT techniques, combined with the healing effects of a positive, supportive relationship, to teach you coping strategies to manage stress and improve your emotional well-being. I especially enjoy working with families of children and adolescents struggling with emotional or behavioral issues.
Let me assist you in understanding how to best respond to your child and enhance your family relationships.
People are my Passion. If you need a listening ear to process feelings, a helping hand to navigate life transitions or interpersonal relationships, or support for managing mental health conditions, I'm here to help. With over 20 years of experience and being CBT Certified, I use DBT-informed CBT techniques, combined with the healing effects of a positive, supportive relationship, to teach you coping strategies to manage stress and improve your emotional well-being. I especially enjoy working with families of children and adolescents struggling with emotional or behavioral issues.
Anne Marie Hancock
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP, LLMFT, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Haven, MI 49417 (Online Only)
My experience includes providing person centered and supportive individual psychotherapy, psycho-education, and psychosocial skills development to adults, of diverse backgrounds using a variety of approaches including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Life is about transition and transformation, from the time we enter the world, and with every transition comes increased exposure to greater life stressors. These stressors may result in sleep disturbance, anxiety, depression, PTSD, impaired relationships, anger or addiction. Through therapy, we will explore the origin of those symptoms, identify positive coping techniques, establish healthy boundaries and implement change, allowing for personal growth and improved self-efficacy. Hope and healing begins today, with just one phone call.
My experience includes providing person centered and supportive individual psychotherapy, psycho-education, and psychosocial skills development to adults, of diverse backgrounds using a variety of approaches including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Life is about transition and transformation, from the time we enter the world, and with every transition comes increased exposure to greater life stressors. These stressors may result in sleep disturbance, anxiety, depression, PTSD, impaired relationships, anger or addiction. Through therapy, we will explore the origin of those symptoms, identify positive coping techniques, establish healthy boundaries and implement change, allowing for personal growth and improved self-efficacy. Hope and healing begins today, with just one phone call.
Tara S Romano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, BCD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Holland, MI 49423
I am Licensed in Social Work and Marriage and Couples counseling, a Board Certified Diplomate in clinical social work, a certified Level II EMDR practitioner, an alumna of the Chicago Family Institute two year post-graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy and a field instructor for advanced level clinical practitioners.
My style is warm, with a desire to continually learn and use new skills that best suit the "hopeful" and the "hopeless." My life has been spent working with individuals and families and their experiences with sexual, substance, or physical abuse and trauma.
I am Licensed in Social Work and Marriage and Couples counseling, a Board Certified Diplomate in clinical social work, a certified Level II EMDR practitioner, an alumna of the Chicago Family Institute two year post-graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy and a field instructor for advanced level clinical practitioners.
My style is warm, with a desire to continually learn and use new skills that best suit the "hopeful" and the "hopeless." My life has been spent working with individuals and families and their experiences with sexual, substance, or physical abuse and trauma.
You're already there! I would be honored to take the next steps with you, your child, or family.
Life is full of different rhythms. Some rhythms are fast...some slow...some feel like a scattered mix. Other rhythms are joyful...complex...life changing. If you are reading this, you likely have a rhythm that you want support in understanding, healing, or changing. I can help.
You're already there! I would be honored to take the next steps with you, your child, or family.
Life is full of different rhythms. Some rhythms are fast...some slow...some feel like a scattered mix. Other rhythms are joyful...complex...life changing. If you are reading this, you likely have a rhythm that you want support in understanding, healing, or changing. I can help.
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Mary Kathryn Mooi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
Mary’s specialties include family systems work, trauma informed care, cognitive behavior therapy, solution focused therapy, motivational interviewing and she often utilizes a psychodynamic framework.
Mary is a seasoned therapist and a mature woman who has always worked in human services. Clients have included children and families in the adoption and foster care system, families having children with disabilities, and caregivers needing respite from the constant demands of children or seniors who are unable to meet their own needs. From relationship problems to depression, anxiety or trauma, Mary offers knowledge, sensitivity and creative options to her clients.
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Anxiety, depression, and difficult family relationships are foundational to life's pain.
I've been in practice 25 yrs - with individuals/couples & families -- kids 6+, many teens, college students & adults. I'm shamelessly informal -- no ties or pressed shirts here!. The office is quite unique - - very large, ultra comfy, w/MANY natural oddities... slightly chaotic -- like life! Good strong coffee/tea/soda & munchies always available. Pets welcome. I'm adopted myself, a licensed foster parent, & work with trauma and attachment. I have a multi-cultural family & lived abroad (Africa). I do co-parenting therapy & am also very familiar w/court systems, working with Dr.'s, lawyers, schools and custody issues.
Anxiety, depression, and difficult family relationships are foundational to life's pain.
I've been in practice 25 yrs - with individuals/couples & families -- kids 6+, many teens, college students & adults. I'm shamelessly informal -- no ties or pressed shirts here!. The office is quite unique - - very large, ultra comfy, w/MANY natural oddities... slightly chaotic -- like life! Good strong coffee/tea/soda & munchies always available. Pets welcome. I'm adopted myself, a licensed foster parent, & work with trauma and attachment. I have a multi-cultural family & lived abroad (Africa). I do co-parenting therapy & am also very familiar w/court systems, working with Dr.'s, lawyers, schools and custody issues.
Jaci Biere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49424 (Online Only)
I use an integrative approach to therapy based on client’s needs, and pull from my training in Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness Practices, and DBT.
My name is Jaci Biere, and I am an LCSW who has been working in the mental health field for the past 9 years. Are you going through a difficult season in your life, and need help feeling like yourself again? Are you carrying a lot, feeling overwhelmed, and feeling like your life isn’t totally in your control anymore? Are you riddled with anxiety, held back by insecurities, or finding it difficult to self-motivate to do the things you used to enjoy? Are you recovering from a trauma, or trying to navigate a fracture in one of your relationships? You are not alone in your feelings, and I am here to help.
I use an integrative approach to therapy based on client’s needs, and pull from my training in Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness Practices, and DBT.
My name is Jaci Biere, and I am an LCSW who has been working in the mental health field for the past 9 years. Are you going through a difficult season in your life, and need help feeling like yourself again? Are you carrying a lot, feeling overwhelmed, and feeling like your life isn’t totally in your control anymore? Are you riddled with anxiety, held back by insecurities, or finding it difficult to self-motivate to do the things you used to enjoy? Are you recovering from a trauma, or trying to navigate a fracture in one of your relationships? You are not alone in your feelings, and I am here to help.
Kyle Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, Coach
Verified Verified
Grand Haven, MI 49417
With over 30 years of clinical experience, Kyle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and nationally certified by NASW's Academy of Certified Social Workers as well as a certified MentorCoach. "I am a pragmatist with a knack for developing interpersonal power in others. With a practical and research-guided approach, I help families and individuals draw on their strengths and replicate successes, both small and large. I work with individuals, couples, multi-generational family systems, families with children - and I am trained and experienced in working with a wide variety of life issues."
With over 30 years of clinical experience, Kyle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and nationally certified by NASW's Academy of Certified Social Workers as well as a certified MentorCoach. "I am a pragmatist with a knack for developing interpersonal power in others. With a practical and research-guided approach, I help families and individuals draw on their strengths and replicate successes, both small and large. I work with individuals, couples, multi-generational family systems, families with children - and I am trained and experienced in working with a wide variety of life issues."
Our lives are full of changes, struggles, and great joys. It is during the times when we are experiencing a variety of family or personal struggles that we need someone to listen to us and offer resources and alternative points of view while we challenge ourselves to grow. Whether you, your teenager or your family are experiencing obstacles, I would like to help. I have spent nearly 20 years working with adolescents, particularly girls, and their families. I also enjoy working with athletes and sports-minded individuals.
Our lives are full of changes, struggles, and great joys. It is during the times when we are experiencing a variety of family or personal struggles that we need someone to listen to us and offer resources and alternative points of view while we challenge ourselves to grow. Whether you, your teenager or your family are experiencing obstacles, I would like to help. I have spent nearly 20 years working with adolescents, particularly girls, and their families. I also enjoy working with athletes and sports-minded individuals.
Areas of interest: Family of origin issues, interpersonal relationship difficulties, body image concerns, college and graduate school stress, identity exploration, and pregnancy/post-partum concerns.
Many of us have experienced hardships and suffering in our lives, and sometimes we need help. I believe psychotherapy is a space that can help by providing healing and comfort to those who need it. Many things can contribute to life’s difficulties including historical, systemic, emotional, relational, and interpersonal factors. In therapy, I am interested in how these complexities impact you.
Areas of interest: Family of origin issues, interpersonal relationship difficulties, body image concerns, college and graduate school stress, identity exploration, and pregnancy/post-partum concerns.
Many of us have experienced hardships and suffering in our lives, and sometimes we need help. I believe psychotherapy is a space that can help by providing healing and comfort to those who need it. Many things can contribute to life’s difficulties including historical, systemic, emotional, relational, and interpersonal factors. In therapy, I am interested in how these complexities impact you.
Finding the right therapist can be the first step towards a journey of healing and personal growth. My name is Liliana Navarro, and I am a bilingual psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, depression, relationships, family conflict and trauma. With 8 years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of assisting individuals, couples, and families navigate through challenging times towards more fulfilling lives. My goal is to provide a safe space to be able to identify and process areas that need work in your life.
Finding the right therapist can be the first step towards a journey of healing and personal growth. My name is Liliana Navarro, and I am a bilingual psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, depression, relationships, family conflict and trauma. With 8 years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of assisting individuals, couples, and families navigate through challenging times towards more fulfilling lives. My goal is to provide a safe space to be able to identify and process areas that need work in your life.
I enjoy working with individuals who are looking within themselves for the answers to the questions. The key to inner healing is partially about asking the right questions. I am best suited to working with individuals who struggle with anxiety; depression; childhood trauma and issues related to being raised in a home with alcoholic parents or family members. I have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities. It can be difficult to be parenting a child with a mental illness or autism. I am person-centered in my approach. I work collaboratively with individuals to help each reach his/her potential.
I enjoy working with individuals who are looking within themselves for the answers to the questions. The key to inner healing is partially about asking the right questions. I am best suited to working with individuals who struggle with anxiety; depression; childhood trauma and issues related to being raised in a home with alcoholic parents or family members. I have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities. It can be difficult to be parenting a child with a mental illness or autism. I am person-centered in my approach. I work collaboratively with individuals to help each reach his/her potential.
Abundance of Hope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
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I have a heart for helping people and walking alongside them in their journey of healing. Life can bring unexpected pain and suffering. Often times you can feel lost and confused with no one to turn to. Counseling is a beautiful way to seek help from someone who will guide you through the littlest to most difficult times in your life. Everyone can benefit from talking to someone who is not a family member or friend. Someone who will truly hear your needs and unconditionally support you. I am here for you! Please Call Today!
I have a heart for helping people and walking alongside them in their journey of healing. Life can bring unexpected pain and suffering. Often times you can feel lost and confused with no one to turn to. Counseling is a beautiful way to seek help from someone who will guide you through the littlest to most difficult times in your life. Everyone can benefit from talking to someone who is not a family member or friend. Someone who will truly hear your needs and unconditionally support you. I am here for you! Please Call Today!
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.