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Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
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Mark Sanford-Pelcher

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1000 Monroe Avenue Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Let's Connect (616) 201-1453
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Mark is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Limited Licensed Psychologist and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with many years of experience helping people with depression, anxiety, substance use and relationship problems. He is skilled at helping people with exploring identity and sexuality. He likes to help people learn to achieve their goals through effective interpersonal skills and boundary work. Mark has experience working in the LGBTQ+ community and in the local Native American Community. He has training in many evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety and Motivational Interviewing.
Mark creates an atmosphere of openness and safety so you feel supported and liberated in your exploration. He fosters growth without crowding you and tailors his approach to the individual.
All your thoughts, emotions, and struggles are valued in their beauty and diversity. Feel free to reach out to me to schedule.
Call or Mark Sanford-Pelcher now for a free 15 minute consultation - (616) 201-1453

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1000 Monroe Avenue Northwest

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 201-1453
Telehealth sessions are available.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Depression 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1000 Monroe Avenue Northwest

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 201-1453
Telehealth sessions are available.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Depression 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Pay by Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • ASR Health Benefits
  • Blue Care Network
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cofinity | First Health
  • Medicaid
  • Meridian
  • Priority Health
  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6361001744 Mark Sanford-Pelcher
  • In Practice for 35 Years
  • Certificate from Michigan Certification Board for Addiciton Professionals C-01763 / 2008
  • Attended Western Michigan Universtiy , MA in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 1989
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I' have 35 years of experience helping adults with emotional and relationship concerns as well as concerns with substance abuse. I'm a collaborative therapist with training in Motivational Interviewing Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other Evidence Based Practices.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
"
I' have 35 years of experience helping adults with emotional and relationship concerns as well as concerns with substance abuse. I'm a collaborative therapist with training in Motivational Interviewing Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other Evidence Based Practices.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 201-1453
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Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Bisexual
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
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I work with clients who may be coping with relationship issues, depression or anxiety. I have training in evidence based practices and in substance abuse. I also work with individuals from the LGBTQplus community on issues of sexuality and identity. I have experience working in the local Native American community.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
"
I work with clients who may be coping with relationship issues, depression or anxiety. I have training in evidence based practices and in substance abuse. I also work with individuals from the LGBTQplus community on issues of sexuality and identity. I have experience working in the local Native American community.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 201-1453
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Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Native American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Native American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
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My treatment approach is based on client need. I am very client centered and also draw heavily on cognitive therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
"
My treatment approach is based on client need. I am very client centered and also draw heavily on cognitive therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC

Location

Primary Location

1000 Monroe Avenue Northwest

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 201-1453
"
Telehealth sessions are available.
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC
"
Telehealth sessions are available.
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 201-1453
Photo of Mark Sanford-Pelcher, MA,  LLP, LPC, CAADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Mark Sanford-Pelcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC, CAADC