Addiction Therapists in Allendale, MI
Marcy E Vander Meer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Allendale, MI 49401
I have worked closely with individuals in various settings including crisis management in emergency rooms, outpatient therapy, residential treatment for addiction, college/university counseling, and adult foster care homes.
I believe in the power of genuine connection, and always hope to create that with my clients. I have always been passionate about creating open, nonjudgmental communication in my personal and professional life, and strive to create a comfortable space for individuals to experience this in session. My experience has been varied because I have many treatment interests, but it all boils down to creating relationships with clients that promote healing.
I have worked closely with individuals in various settings including crisis management in emergency rooms, outpatient therapy, residential treatment for addiction, college/university counseling, and adult foster care homes.
I believe in the power of genuine connection, and always hope to create that with my clients. I have always been passionate about creating open, nonjudgmental communication in my personal and professional life, and strive to create a comfortable space for individuals to experience this in session. My experience has been varied because I have many treatment interests, but it all boils down to creating relationships with clients that promote healing.
This will be the foundation that helps change your relationship to stress, worry, anxiety, food, body image, addiction, and strengthen your relapse prevention plan.
Hi, I'm Elizabeth (she/her) and I'm glad you're here. Life is full of changes that can leave us feeling overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, depression and uncertainty. We are all doing the best we can with the tools we have available. If you’re thinking about learning alternative ways to navigate life, therapy is here so you don’t have to do it alone.
This will be the foundation that helps change your relationship to stress, worry, anxiety, food, body image, addiction, and strengthen your relapse prevention plan.
Hi, I'm Elizabeth (she/her) and I'm glad you're here. Life is full of changes that can leave us feeling overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, depression and uncertainty. We are all doing the best we can with the tools we have available. If you’re thinking about learning alternative ways to navigate life, therapy is here so you don’t have to do it alone.
Life offers challenges. At Journey Thru we aim to help each person who walks through our doors identify their challenges and walk with them as they choose healing. We are unique as we offer 3 separate therapists, each with their own specialty who are highly qualified in the fields of substance abuse, women's issues, relationship struggles, children and adolescence. We know it is difficult to call, but life is too short to wait any longer.
Life offers challenges. At Journey Thru we aim to help each person who walks through our doors identify their challenges and walk with them as they choose healing. We are unique as we offer 3 separate therapists, each with their own specialty who are highly qualified in the fields of substance abuse, women's issues, relationship struggles, children and adolescence. We know it is difficult to call, but life is too short to wait any longer.
Kayleigh Peffers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ADS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allendale, MI 49401
I have dedicated several years to focusing on how struggles with trauma, mental health and substance use affect emotional and physical well-being.
“My life feels so overwhelming right now” Have you ever felt this way? If your answer is yes, let’s chat! As a therapist, I work to empower individuals and couples to overcome personal obstacles. To hold onto hope when we feel lost. To lift you up in support of your goals for yourself and your relationships. I’m prepared to step into this moment of vulnerability with you to help in finding a way to a place where you can feel more balanced, connected, and safe.
I have dedicated several years to focusing on how struggles with trauma, mental health and substance use affect emotional and physical well-being.
“My life feels so overwhelming right now” Have you ever felt this way? If your answer is yes, let’s chat! As a therapist, I work to empower individuals and couples to overcome personal obstacles. To hold onto hope when we feel lost. To lift you up in support of your goals for yourself and your relationships. I’m prepared to step into this moment of vulnerability with you to help in finding a way to a place where you can feel more balanced, connected, and safe.
I have worked in various university counseling and community mental health settings and have extensive experience treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief and loss, substance use concerns, and relational problems, among other clinical concerns.
Life can be difficult and sometimes we find ourselves feeling stuck, stressed, and lost. I seek to provide an affirming, nonjudgmental, and compassionate therapeutic environment to help you navigate life’s challenges and work toward a healthier and more meaningful life. My work involves helping people to explore the impact of past experiences, understand unhelpful patterns in their thinking and relationships, process painful emotions, and learn new skills to cope with their distress.
I have worked in various university counseling and community mental health settings and have extensive experience treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief and loss, substance use concerns, and relational problems, among other clinical concerns.
Life can be difficult and sometimes we find ourselves feeling stuck, stressed, and lost. I seek to provide an affirming, nonjudgmental, and compassionate therapeutic environment to help you navigate life’s challenges and work toward a healthier and more meaningful life. My work involves helping people to explore the impact of past experiences, understand unhelpful patterns in their thinking and relationships, process painful emotions, and learn new skills to cope with their distress.
As a therapist, my focus is on how struggles with mental illness, substance use and problematic sexual behaviors affect emotional and physical well-being, and I support others as they gain freedom from these behaviors.
“My life feels so out of control right now." Have you ever felt this way? If your answer is yes, let’s chat! As a therapist, I work to empower individuals and couples to overcome personal obstacles while achieving recovery from addictive behaviors and other life challenges. I strive to help people achieve recovery from substance abuse, problematic sexual behaviors, material/relationship struggles, and co-occurring disorders including anxiety and depression.
As a therapist, my focus is on how struggles with mental illness, substance use and problematic sexual behaviors affect emotional and physical well-being, and I support others as they gain freedom from these behaviors.
“My life feels so out of control right now." Have you ever felt this way? If your answer is yes, let’s chat! As a therapist, I work to empower individuals and couples to overcome personal obstacles while achieving recovery from addictive behaviors and other life challenges. I strive to help people achieve recovery from substance abuse, problematic sexual behaviors, material/relationship struggles, and co-occurring disorders including anxiety and depression.
Chris Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allendale, MI 49401
My background includes treating a broad array of mental and substance use disorders in the outpatient therapy setting.
My work consists of providing a welcoming, profoundly non-judgmental atmosphere where one can experience the safety that human relationships may offer. I truly believe people first need the basics. We connect and flourish in therapy when provided with acceptance, respect and dignity in a non-shaming relationship. I take a holistic approach and incorporate foundational needs that are often overlooked. Sometimes the simplest solution may be most effective, while other situations may call for a deeper dive that will uncover a path to healing. Regardless, I leave the direction and pacing up to my clients to preserve autonomy.
My background includes treating a broad array of mental and substance use disorders in the outpatient therapy setting.
My work consists of providing a welcoming, profoundly non-judgmental atmosphere where one can experience the safety that human relationships may offer. I truly believe people first need the basics. We connect and flourish in therapy when provided with acceptance, respect and dignity in a non-shaming relationship. I take a holistic approach and incorporate foundational needs that are often overlooked. Sometimes the simplest solution may be most effective, while other situations may call for a deeper dive that will uncover a path to healing. Regardless, I leave the direction and pacing up to my clients to preserve autonomy.
Michelle Marie Wohlfert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Allendale, MI 49401
There is no one more put together than a person in recovery. Living in recovery is working a program of mental health, staying clean and sober, and living one day at a time. With that being said, each person’s specific program looks different, with the common factor of living a balanced life of being grateful, mindful, spiritual, and finding a sense of community among other recovering individuals. My specialty areas are addictions, mental health, trauma, codependency issues, and how these affect you and those who love you.
There is no one more put together than a person in recovery. Living in recovery is working a program of mental health, staying clean and sober, and living one day at a time. With that being said, each person’s specific program looks different, with the common factor of living a balanced life of being grateful, mindful, spiritual, and finding a sense of community among other recovering individuals. My specialty areas are addictions, mental health, trauma, codependency issues, and how these affect you and those who love you.
As a behaviorist, I believe that the environments in which we develop ultimately play the most significant role in our actions, decisions, and outcomes. Without the proper space for growth, healing, and self-development, one may face difficulties in achieving self-realization and self-actualization. Human-beings are social creatures – genetically designed, behaviorally conditioned, and evolutionarily driven. We possess certain intrinsic, natural needs and adaptations that have developed over millions of years. If these dualistically basic and complex needs remain unfulfilled, we will struggle to attain this self-actualization.
As a behaviorist, I believe that the environments in which we develop ultimately play the most significant role in our actions, decisions, and outcomes. Without the proper space for growth, healing, and self-development, one may face difficulties in achieving self-realization and self-actualization. Human-beings are social creatures – genetically designed, behaviorally conditioned, and evolutionarily driven. We possess certain intrinsic, natural needs and adaptations that have developed over millions of years. If these dualistically basic and complex needs remain unfulfilled, we will struggle to attain this self-actualization.
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.
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.
You are an amazing human being. You are worthy of love, joy, and peace. Being aware of your worthiness can connect you to this wisdom. However, there may have been experiences, thoughts or beliefs that have made you forget your worthiness and preventing you from living your best life. I can help you explore how focus your awareness to the present and away from the past which may lead to depression and away from worries of tomorrow (anxiety).
You are an amazing human being. You are worthy of love, joy, and peace. Being aware of your worthiness can connect you to this wisdom. However, there may have been experiences, thoughts or beliefs that have made you forget your worthiness and preventing you from living your best life. I can help you explore how focus your awareness to the present and away from the past which may lead to depression and away from worries of tomorrow (anxiety).
More Therapists Nearby
As Clinical Director for Sanford Addiction Treatment Centers, Lynnel works with both clinical and medical staff, administering all aspects of group and individual therapy.
Lynnel Brewster is the Clinical Director at Sanford Behavioral Health. She has worked in the health field for 24 years. She is a registered nurse as well as a licensed professional counselor. Lynnel’s years of experience include working in hospital and home settings, residential addiction treatment centers, and private practice. Lynnel also has her limited license in marriage and family therapy. In addition, sh is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Lynnel has counseled groups, families, and individuals with substance use and co-occurrng disorders. She is backed by a mulitdimentional team of clinical and medical professionals.
As Clinical Director for Sanford Addiction Treatment Centers, Lynnel works with both clinical and medical staff, administering all aspects of group and individual therapy.
Lynnel Brewster is the Clinical Director at Sanford Behavioral Health. She has worked in the health field for 24 years. She is a registered nurse as well as a licensed professional counselor. Lynnel’s years of experience include working in hospital and home settings, residential addiction treatment centers, and private practice. Lynnel also has her limited license in marriage and family therapy. In addition, sh is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Lynnel has counseled groups, families, and individuals with substance use and co-occurrng disorders. She is backed by a mulitdimentional team of clinical and medical professionals.
I approach substance use, eating disorders and mental health conditions as chronic diseases, equipping clients with the tools, practices and support they need for a successful life in recovery - as they define it.
I am the Founder and President of Sanford Behavioral Health, an addiction, eating disorder, and mental health treatment facility. I understand the complexity of mental health treatment and the challenging experience it can be for both therapist and client. Depending on your needs, I can offer you both residential and outpatient treatment. With the staff of Sanford behind me, I am able to prepare you to integrate recovery into your everyday life. My therapy is designed to build on the strengths of each individual. I am inspired by the life stories of my clients and strive for excellence in all I do.
I approach substance use, eating disorders and mental health conditions as chronic diseases, equipping clients with the tools, practices and support they need for a successful life in recovery - as they define it.
I am the Founder and President of Sanford Behavioral Health, an addiction, eating disorder, and mental health treatment facility. I understand the complexity of mental health treatment and the challenging experience it can be for both therapist and client. Depending on your needs, I can offer you both residential and outpatient treatment. With the staff of Sanford behind me, I am able to prepare you to integrate recovery into your everyday life. My therapy is designed to build on the strengths of each individual. I am inspired by the life stories of my clients and strive for excellence in all I do.
The following are some areas in which I specialize: Substance Use Disorders Co-Occurring Disorders Trauma and PTSD Marriage and Couples Counseling Premarital Counseling Anxiety and Depression Abuse and Neglect Healthy Boundaries Spirituality and Spiritual Abuse Grief Counseling Men's Issues Identity Issues Acute Mental Health Disorders.
It would be my honor to walk alongside you on your journey through life and assist with helping you tackle some of your hardest struggles as well as celebrate in your highest achievements. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families struggling with emotional and mental blocks.
The following are some areas in which I specialize: Substance Use Disorders Co-Occurring Disorders Trauma and PTSD Marriage and Couples Counseling Premarital Counseling Anxiety and Depression Abuse and Neglect Healthy Boundaries Spirituality and Spiritual Abuse Grief Counseling Men's Issues Identity Issues Acute Mental Health Disorders.
It would be my honor to walk alongside you on your journey through life and assist with helping you tackle some of your hardest struggles as well as celebrate in your highest achievements. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families struggling with emotional and mental blocks.
Richard Maier, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
Using a person centered and cognitive-behavioral approach, I work with adults on concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar, obsessive-compulsive, spiritual issues, alcohol and other substance abuse, relationship struggles, difficult adjustments, and compulsive behaviors including pornography concerns.
As your therapist, I want your experience with me to be inviting, warm, engaging and productive. I deeply value trust, safety, and connection when we work together. I am here to help you to figure out what you want and need, to help you grow your awareness and sort out your most difficult feelings, and to help you gain insight into the reasons you do what you do - all to equip you for the changes you desire. Allow me to come alongside you as we walk toward the life you want to live.
Using a person centered and cognitive-behavioral approach, I work with adults on concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar, obsessive-compulsive, spiritual issues, alcohol and other substance abuse, relationship struggles, difficult adjustments, and compulsive behaviors including pornography concerns.
As your therapist, I want your experience with me to be inviting, warm, engaging and productive. I deeply value trust, safety, and connection when we work together. I am here to help you to figure out what you want and need, to help you grow your awareness and sort out your most difficult feelings, and to help you gain insight into the reasons you do what you do - all to equip you for the changes you desire. Allow me to come alongside you as we walk toward the life you want to live.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma, substance use, and food/weight issues.
I have years of experience working in West Michigan and am looking forward to working with you. Counseling can provide insight into anxiety, depression and stress. It can also help you navigate big decisions in your life. No matter what you are dealing with, I'm confident we can work together to find a solution. If unable to bill through insurance, I offer very reasonable self pay rates. Please call or message me to discuss. I apologize in advance, but I do not provide letters for emotional support animals (ESA's). Please note, I do not have any evening appointments available.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma, substance use, and food/weight issues.
I have years of experience working in West Michigan and am looking forward to working with you. Counseling can provide insight into anxiety, depression and stress. It can also help you navigate big decisions in your life. No matter what you are dealing with, I'm confident we can work together to find a solution. If unable to bill through insurance, I offer very reasonable self pay rates. Please call or message me to discuss. I apologize in advance, but I do not provide letters for emotional support animals (ESA's). Please note, I do not have any evening appointments available.
My focus is to help people recover, heal and live with purpose and strength. We achieve this together by holding a safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing an individualized treatment plan that's about you. I work with people on substance use issues, traumatic stress, and other causes of depression, anxiety, anger, or grief.
My focus is to help people recover, heal and live with purpose and strength. We achieve this together by holding a safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing an individualized treatment plan that's about you. I work with people on substance use issues, traumatic stress, and other causes of depression, anxiety, anger, or grief.
Catherine A VanDeWege
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
My specialty is in addiction, codependency, and family of origin issues.
My therapeutic intervention is looking at the past as necessary in making changes for the future. I'm certain that any unwanted behavior can be unlocked by recognizing the purpose or wanted outcome for said behavior and my passion is helping you identify that unmet need and make healthy changes. I enjoy working with clients that are willing to do things outside of the therapeutic office setting such as writing, art, and/or practicing skills learned, and then reporting back in session the helpfulness of each strategy.
My specialty is in addiction, codependency, and family of origin issues.
My therapeutic intervention is looking at the past as necessary in making changes for the future. I'm certain that any unwanted behavior can be unlocked by recognizing the purpose or wanted outcome for said behavior and my passion is helping you identify that unmet need and make healthy changes. I enjoy working with clients that are willing to do things outside of the therapeutic office setting such as writing, art, and/or practicing skills learned, and then reporting back in session the helpfulness of each strategy.
Core Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CAADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Not accepting new clients
I also have experience in Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Relationships, Anger Management, and Trauma.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist/Counselor my goal is to provide families, couples and individuals with a safe environment where they can explore themselves and the possibility of change within their life and their relationships. Our lives are centered on relationships with others. Relationships are the building blocks of life; but, they can also be very debilitating. When those relationships become troubled, sometimes assistance from family and friends may not be enough to find balance within yourself or other relationships. Lucky for us, there are people who have dedicated their lives to helping others along their journey.
I also have experience in Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Relationships, Anger Management, and Trauma.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist/Counselor my goal is to provide families, couples and individuals with a safe environment where they can explore themselves and the possibility of change within their life and their relationships. Our lives are centered on relationships with others. Relationships are the building blocks of life; but, they can also be very debilitating. When those relationships become troubled, sometimes assistance from family and friends may not be enough to find balance within yourself or other relationships. Lucky for us, there are people who have dedicated their lives to helping others along their journey.
Jessica Rose Hoekstra
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wyoming, MI 49418
I also have experience working in an outpatient substance abuse setting with adults and adolescents struggling with addiction.
As a therapist, I believe that building a relationship is the most important part of the therapeutic process. From that relationship, it becomes possible to examine difficult areas of your life in order to experience growth and security within yourself. The therapeutic setting provides a unique opportunity to pause the busyness of everyday life and sort through present or past concerns that may be affecting you and your family.
I also have experience working in an outpatient substance abuse setting with adults and adolescents struggling with addiction.
As a therapist, I believe that building a relationship is the most important part of the therapeutic process. From that relationship, it becomes possible to examine difficult areas of your life in order to experience growth and security within yourself. The therapeutic setting provides a unique opportunity to pause the busyness of everyday life and sort through present or past concerns that may be affecting you and your family.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.