Grief Therapists in Ottawa County, MI

I hope you will find working with me to be rewarding, educational and helpful. I am comfortable working with adolescents, men, women and senior citizens. You will receive counseling in a non-judgmental, relaxing and peaceful environment. Life can be a journey that is sometimes filled with struggles. I am here to help navigate that journey and learn some new techniques to get back on the path to a joyful life.

Welcome! Are you ready to experience the transformative synergy of mind and body healing? I'm a dedicated integrative therapist specializing in functional nutrition, committed to helping you achieve optimal mental and physical well-being. My approach emphasizes the importance of the mind-body connection, so we can achieve lasting healing. Our mental and physical health are deeply intertwined, and nurturing this relationship can lead to profound improvements in overall wellness.

We all have meaningful stories to tell, and I look forward to learning how I can be of service to you, whether it’s easing stress, improving communication, getting your relationship (with others and yourself) back on track or helping you develop healthy thinking patterns. I can help give you “tools for your toolbox” to help overcome life’s obstacles. My goal is for you to feel valued, safe, and heard while building a relationship of trust and understanding. I will walk alongside you and provide collaborative, action oriented and honest feedback to shape your journey towards a greater sense of freedom, meaning & purpose.

Imagine a life where anxiety no longer holds you back, where you have the tools to conquer daily struggles, and where you feel a renewed sense of control and enjoyment of life. Are you overwhelmed and exhausted by the countless demands of motherhood? Are you tired of saying "yes" when you really just want to say "no"? Are you frustrated by being misunderstood and having the same argument over and over with your spouse? Have you lost a sense of purpose or joy amidst the mundane daily tasks of motherhood? I specialize in supporting women and post-partum moms find joy, hope and healing in the midst of your daily responsibilities.

Currently accepting new clients. I have extensive experience working with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, shame/guilt, trauma, family and relational difficulties, grief/loss and bereavement, school related or social issues. Through cognitive therapy, mindful practices, and skill based coping techniques I can work with you to reduce symptoms and improve your quality of life and relationships.

I enjoy working with primarily adults struggling through a life transition, college stress, medical issue, professional burnout, caregiver burnout, trauma, anxiety/perinatal anxiety, or grief. My clients desire to connect to an internal sense of sturdiness that allows them to live more empowered, hopeful and meaningful lives. I have a clinical specialty working with people who are struggling to find connection in their relationships and are at a crossroad in their life (divorce, grief & loss, new parents, affair recovery, professional burnout). I would be honored to help you make sense of your life and rebuild again.

As you seek out a counselor, you can understandably feel vulnerable at times. I provide a supportive space for you come as you are. It's a privilege when you trust and allow me to walk alongside you through challenges but also to celebrate your successes. It is rewarding to work with you, to learn together and to help you reach a more full life. For over twenty years I have offered support in relational work with children, teens, adults and families helping them navigate life transitions and offered information on supportive services.

When things are especially stressful or overwhelming therapy can be a good resource. I am trained to assist as you make significant decisions or figure out how to proceed. Typically I help people with relationship or family matters, depression and anxiety, loss of a loved one, unexpected circumstances, and matters of personal growth or change.

My practice is focused on individual, relationship and transformative counseling. If you are striving to heal, set goals, create healthy boundaries, have a deeper awareness or overcome self limitations, call me today. We all have many challenges and sometimes all it takes is to talk to someone who will share the tools needed for you to be successful. It is my passion to be where you are, and you decide how fast you want to get there. I am committed to my work and my clients!

I invite you to a safe space where you can learn to trust, speak your truth and realize your potential for emotional growth and change. I believe in the human spirit and ones ability to discover the answers to difficult questions. I have a passion for working with shy, introverted and highly sensitive people as well as caregivers.

When our Memories are greater than our Dreams we tend to focus only on setbacks and disappointments. Changing behaviors that lead to a healthy lifestyle may seem like mission impossible based on the struggles and failures encountered in the past. I have a passion to help clients overcome obstacles that have lead to a perception of failure. I strive to help individuals stay motivated by focusing on what they have control over, learning new skills to bring life back into balance and gain confidence in themselves and their ability to succeed.

I serve as a companion to those who desire to experience healing, growth, and transformation in their pursuit of the full human experience. I work to offer a space of mutual, compassionate, and empathetic listening to the story your life is telling. I have experience primarily in individual work with adolescents and adults from all backgrounds and genders, in areas related to depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, interpersonal conflict, identity exploration, finding belonging, discovering purpose, grief/loss, and religious and spiritual questions (and related trauma).

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”― Maya Angelou. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I will work with you to explore your story so you may gain insight, healing, and growth towards authentic wholeness.

Sometimes you need someone to talk too... Someone to listen...Someone who can help! Healthy Mind Counseling is a group of professionals who are dedicated to helping you. Life is complicated; whether it is a change in your mood, relationships, health, employment, or other current or past disturbing life event; we can help you find a way to thrive and work through the unique challenges you are facing.

Support, encouragement, and space to breathe. We all need these to get us through life. From the daily anxiety of tasks and relationships to deep trauma. It can feel suffocating. I would like to provide a safe place to heal and process. To hold onto hope when you are unable to have any. To lift you up in support of your goals for yourself and your relationships. I am ready to invest in you. My hope is for us to work together to identify what you need and to find ways to best meet those needs. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, preparation for marriage, post-traumatic stress, and grief.

I enjoy seeing clients who feel motivated to make changes in their lives, even if they don't know how or where to begin. Working through grief and loss, dealing with anxiety and depression, struggling with employment issues or academic concerns, and so many other parts of life can feel overwhelming and impossible. Motivation for positive, meaningful changes in life is the first step towards making those changes a reality. Let's work together to take those next few steps, and create a structure for positive growth in the future!

My greatest privilege is helping people find healing and wholeness as they work through the negative effects woundedness and loss has had on their lives. It's through exploring what's behind the hurts & challenges that allows us to become empowered to live joyfully and successfully as the men and women we were created to be.

I have 26 years of experience in healthcare working with patients, families, and medical professionals. I have had the privilege of meeting with people in moments of deep challenge - living with serious and chronic illnesses, facing end of life, managing caregiving stress, working through grief and loss and dealing with all the changes and transitions that can happen in life. I work with clients who want support through all stages of adult life from leaving home for the first time to empty nests, from caring for aging parents to adjusting to the changes that come with aging.

I know how intimidating it can be to make your first therapy appointment. It takes a lot of strength and courage to take that first step! Whether we decide together to focus on identity, relationships, family, work, or faith, this is a safe space. Maybe you are here looking at therapy as a “last resort” effort after trying to figure out things alone. If you’ve found yourself feeling stuck, frustrated, or wondering, “What’s wrong with me?!”, you’re not alone. No matter what is going on with you, this is a safe space. If you aren't sure yet, that's ok-book a free 15 minute call or email me and see if we would be a good fit!