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
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
EnCourage Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
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.
Lyndsey Hansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
I love forming connections with family members and integrating them into the therapy space to foster their child's development.
Hello! I am Lyndsey and I am a therapist who works with all ages and am particularly passionate about working with children, families, and couples. I aim to emphasize a person-centered approach to therapy where I believe the client is the expert on their own lives and let them take the lead. Creating strong therapeutic relationships with each of my clients is a strength of mine and the key to seeing growth in each client. I strive to have each of my clients be met with a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental, and understanding space.
I love forming connections with family members and integrating them into the therapy space to foster their child's development.
Hello! I am Lyndsey and I am a therapist who works with all ages and am particularly passionate about working with children, families, and couples. I aim to emphasize a person-centered approach to therapy where I believe the client is the expert on their own lives and let them take the lead. Creating strong therapeutic relationships with each of my clients is a strength of mine and the key to seeing growth in each client. I strive to have each of my clients be met with a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental, and understanding space.
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.
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.
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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.
Individual, family, and couples counseling for all ages and problems.Counseling for abuse, anxiety, behavioral problems, depression, fears, self-esteem, stress, marital, pre-marital, divorce, pregancy, relationship issues, parenting and step-parenting problems, employment, school, adoption, grief, death, religious issues. Twenty five years of experience. Located downtown Grand Haven at the Harbourfront Place, Suite 370.
Individual, family, and couples counseling for all ages and problems.Counseling for abuse, anxiety, behavioral problems, depression, fears, self-esteem, stress, marital, pre-marital, divorce, pregancy, relationship issues, parenting and step-parenting problems, employment, school, adoption, grief, death, religious issues. Twenty five years of experience. Located downtown Grand Haven at the Harbourfront Place, Suite 370.
Patrick Schaafsma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Olive, MI 49460 (Online Only)
We navigate new and stressful situations on a daily basis. Sometimes we are satisfied with our ability to respond. At other times, we feel stuck, inadequate, or unable to find a purpose for moving forward. Maybe we missed something significant, fell into an old and unwanted pattern, or wish things would go differently in our relationships. Whether looking through a lens of deficit or strength, family influence or individual accomplishment, spiritual background, relationships, trauma history, or any other way of filtering our experiences, we are constantly learning more about ourselves.
We navigate new and stressful situations on a daily basis. Sometimes we are satisfied with our ability to respond. At other times, we feel stuck, inadequate, or unable to find a purpose for moving forward. Maybe we missed something significant, fell into an old and unwanted pattern, or wish things would go differently in our relationships. Whether looking through a lens of deficit or strength, family influence or individual accomplishment, spiritual background, relationships, trauma history, or any other way of filtering our experiences, we are constantly learning more about ourselves.
I invite you to give me a call or send me an email to discuss how I might be able to help you and your family.
I work with youth, young adults, adults, and families who struggle with many of today's life challenges. Issues such as anxiety, anger, depression, school/work problems, loss/grief, divorce, etc. are things that I help individuals and families to effectively deal with. Everyone wants to be healthy and happy. Unfortunately life throws a lot of curve balls and this can be easier said than done. Discovering strengths and helpful ways of coping are ways to better ensure happiness and health.
I invite you to give me a call or send me an email to discuss how I might be able to help you and your family.
I work with youth, young adults, adults, and families who struggle with many of today's life challenges. Issues such as anxiety, anger, depression, school/work problems, loss/grief, divorce, etc. are things that I help individuals and families to effectively deal with. Everyone wants to be healthy and happy. Unfortunately life throws a lot of curve balls and this can be easier said than done. Discovering strengths and helpful ways of coping are ways to better ensure happiness and health.
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.
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.
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.
Hello, my name is Amy Harbison. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in childhood trauma and family counseling. If you or your loved one is experiencing distress in their relationships or if past traumatic experiences are stealing your joy, I would be honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey. The desire to see strong families and healthy relationships are two of the primary reasons I chose to pursue a career in clinical social work. The parent child relationship is the first one in which we learn who we are to others and where our sense of value and worth begins to form.
Hello, my name is Amy Harbison. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in childhood trauma and family counseling. If you or your loved one is experiencing distress in their relationships or if past traumatic experiences are stealing your joy, I would be honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey. The desire to see strong families and healthy relationships are two of the primary reasons I chose to pursue a career in clinical social work. The parent child relationship is the first one in which we learn who we are to others and where our sense of value and worth begins to form.
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.
This allows me to more easily navigate matters of cultural and family differences.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in the Holland / Zeeland area providing supportive yet challenging services in my specialty areas of couples, family, and their teens. I also specialize in the assessment and treatment of Sexual Addiction. Clients choose me because of my specific training, particularly with couples, and my ability to integrate matters of faith. Please view my website or contact me to schedule an appointment!
This allows me to more easily navigate matters of cultural and family differences.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in the Holland / Zeeland area providing supportive yet challenging services in my specialty areas of couples, family, and their teens. I also specialize in the assessment and treatment of Sexual Addiction. Clients choose me because of my specific training, particularly with couples, and my ability to integrate matters of faith. Please view my website or contact me to schedule an appointment!
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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.