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Melissa S Kaekel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, CVE (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Bay City, MI 48706
Let's Connect (989) 662-1437
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I work with individuals who need help with mood/depression, grief/loss (including pet loss), anxiety, and stress. My client history includes medical professionals and first responders experiencing burnout. I have a long history of working with military veterans and PTSD. I specialize in disability and work-related problems.
My specialties are work and disability-related issues, depression, anxiety, burnout, and grief.
My approach to counseling is that it should feel like talking with a friend. My goal is help you figure out why you're feeling something and what you need to change to feel better. My approach draws from many approaches to counseling, primarily from existential theory. I believe that our lives have meaning when we feel a sense of purpose.
Call or Email Melissa S Kaekel now for a free 15 minute consultation - (989) 662-1437
Let's Connect (989) 662-1437
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $45
- Pay by Paypal, Venmo, Zelle
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (989) 662-1437
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Melissa S Kaekel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, CVE
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6401013201 Melissa S Kaekel
- In Practice for 22 Years
- Certificate from Commission on Rehabilitation Counseling Certification 00117890 / 2023
- Attended Michigan State University, Masters, Graduated 2002
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Pet Loss
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (989) 662-1437
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Melissa S Kaekel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, CVE