Therapists in Byron Center, MI
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Jennifer Brink
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Byron Center, MI 49315
My goal when a client comes in to my office is for them to feel like they are safe to share anything. Most of my clients have experienced hardships or trauma that can be hard to talk about, but it's often necessary to heal. I am curious to learn about the lives people have lived and what has molded and shaped them. There are so many heavy aspects of life that we can carry. I take a holistic approach to identifying problem areas, understanding how the mind and body are connected in storing trauma, emotions, patterns of familial influence, and figuring out how to break out of cycles that limit people from living a fulfilling life.
My goal when a client comes in to my office is for them to feel like they are safe to share anything. Most of my clients have experienced hardships or trauma that can be hard to talk about, but it's often necessary to heal. I am curious to learn about the lives people have lived and what has molded and shaped them. There are so many heavy aspects of life that we can carry. I take a holistic approach to identifying problem areas, understanding how the mind and body are connected in storing trauma, emotions, patterns of familial influence, and figuring out how to break out of cycles that limit people from living a fulfilling life.
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Jennifer Alissa Pickett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MSPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
My goal as a therapist is to bring hope, acceptance, and healing to those who are hurting or facing difficult life challenges. I emphasize an approach that is focused on you, the client, in an honest, safe, and collaborative process that will help you to maximize your innate capacity for wellness. We will work together, utilizing the resources and strengths that you bring, to help you to identify and obtain your goals.
My goal as a therapist is to bring hope, acceptance, and healing to those who are hurting or facing difficult life challenges. I emphasize an approach that is focused on you, the client, in an honest, safe, and collaborative process that will help you to maximize your innate capacity for wellness. We will work together, utilizing the resources and strengths that you bring, to help you to identify and obtain your goals.
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My ideal client is fairly straightforward: aside from any particular issues that may bring them to therapy, my ideal client is one who wants to make changes and is willing to work at doing so. Together, we'll navigate life's complexities, uncovering insights and building the skills you need to thrive. Your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life starts with taking that first step. Reach out today, and let's begin that journey together.
My ideal client is fairly straightforward: aside from any particular issues that may bring them to therapy, my ideal client is one who wants to make changes and is willing to work at doing so. Together, we'll navigate life's complexities, uncovering insights and building the skills you need to thrive. Your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life starts with taking that first step. Reach out today, and let's begin that journey together.
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Ben Santee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hudsonville, MI 49426
I work with individuals fifteen years of age and older to overcome issues of mood disorders, like depression and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, behavioral addictions as well as difficult life transitions. The greatest need clients often face is to gain a clear perspective and solid goals to address their struggles. My primary goal is to help my clients reach a point of no longer needing therapy, by getting to the root of the challenges, giving practical tools they can use every day to maintain a mentally healthy life. I am also a clinical supervisor, providing clinical supervision to Limited Licensed Professional Counselors.
I work with individuals fifteen years of age and older to overcome issues of mood disorders, like depression and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, behavioral addictions as well as difficult life transitions. The greatest need clients often face is to gain a clear perspective and solid goals to address their struggles. My primary goal is to help my clients reach a point of no longer needing therapy, by getting to the root of the challenges, giving practical tools they can use every day to maintain a mentally healthy life. I am also a clinical supervisor, providing clinical supervision to Limited Licensed Professional Counselors.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Carlee Russom, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54386dc9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Shelly A Wiewiora, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eaef1995-fbd0-4d1e-bbf4-8df13e594270/1/320x400.jpeg)
Shelly is considered a generalist therapist, providing counseling to help others with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, emotional dysregulation, behavioral struggles, OCD symptoms, anger issues, relationship struggles and other mental health and emotional challenges. Shelly has a special interest in working with people who have experienced trauma i and has received specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Shelly’s approach with people is to meet them where they are at in their personal journey, giving them the tools to manage and overcome life challenges.
Shelly is considered a generalist therapist, providing counseling to help others with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, emotional dysregulation, behavioral struggles, OCD symptoms, anger issues, relationship struggles and other mental health and emotional challenges. Shelly has a special interest in working with people who have experienced trauma i and has received specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Shelly’s approach with people is to meet them where they are at in their personal journey, giving them the tools to manage and overcome life challenges.
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Natalie J. Otte
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Waitlist for new clients
We all deserve a place where we can feel safe and supported. Through my practice, I aim to provide a genuine, non-judgmental, and empathic space for you to explore your concerns and work towards your personal goals. I believe that therapy is meant to help people learn more about themselves and their experiences. I work collaboratively with clients to share their thoughts, process their emotions and experiences, develop insight, improve their relationships, and build skills for managing distress.
We all deserve a place where we can feel safe and supported. Through my practice, I aim to provide a genuine, non-judgmental, and empathic space for you to explore your concerns and work towards your personal goals. I believe that therapy is meant to help people learn more about themselves and their experiences. I work collaboratively with clients to share their thoughts, process their emotions and experiences, develop insight, improve their relationships, and build skills for managing distress.
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Anyssa Grendel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Anyssa specializes in supporting mental health/medical professionals and areas of depression/anxiety, obsessive/intrusive thinking, psychosomatic experiences, perinatal/parenting and marriage issues. Anyssa provides LLMSW and MSW intern supervision. Also a believer in both the human connection and animal support to our emotional and mental health and conduct ESA assessments. As a group practice we support the needs of children, teens, adults and couples so visit our website for more information on our practice and individual providers.
Anyssa specializes in supporting mental health/medical professionals and areas of depression/anxiety, obsessive/intrusive thinking, psychosomatic experiences, perinatal/parenting and marriage issues. Anyssa provides LLMSW and MSW intern supervision. Also a believer in both the human connection and animal support to our emotional and mental health and conduct ESA assessments. As a group practice we support the needs of children, teens, adults and couples so visit our website for more information on our practice and individual providers.
![Photo of Jessica Jackson - Strung Together Therapy L.L.C., LMSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3db8b7fa-f1a9-45f4-9d92-848720bce511/1/320x400.jpeg)
Strung Together Therapy L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Niles, MI 49120 (Online Only)
This is the first step on a journey of self discovery and change for a better tomorrow. Let me take this journey with you by walking beside you, and meeting you right where you are. A journey of a lifetime has countless steps, it is what we do with those steps in this moment that matter. The past is behind us, the future in front of us, and this precious moment all around us. Working together you and I will embrace this moment by engaging in mindfulness, meditation, and by starting with the most important piece-you!
This is the first step on a journey of self discovery and change for a better tomorrow. Let me take this journey with you by walking beside you, and meeting you right where you are. A journey of a lifetime has countless steps, it is what we do with those steps in this moment that matter. The past is behind us, the future in front of us, and this precious moment all around us. Working together you and I will embrace this moment by engaging in mindfulness, meditation, and by starting with the most important piece-you!
![Photo of Cherie LaLone, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ac4a882e-ef33-4961-af33-3cdb629f6ccb/2/320x400.jpeg)
Clinically, I have worked in the Community Mental Health system and in a private practice prior to opening my own private practice. I am trained in 10+ evidenced-based practices like Cognitive Behavior therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy, used in treating PTSD, the Nurturing Parent Program (NPP), and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). My passion is to help others to live life as the best version of themselves, regardless of their age or presenting issues. I believe that each of us is just one person away from reaching that goal of a happy life, and if I can be that for you then it is a win for us both.
Clinically, I have worked in the Community Mental Health system and in a private practice prior to opening my own private practice. I am trained in 10+ evidenced-based practices like Cognitive Behavior therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy, used in treating PTSD, the Nurturing Parent Program (NPP), and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). My passion is to help others to live life as the best version of themselves, regardless of their age or presenting issues. I believe that each of us is just one person away from reaching that goal of a happy life, and if I can be that for you then it is a win for us both.
![Photo of Denise Brown-Chillers, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ff5c6c8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Denise Brown-Chillers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48910
I am a LCMSW, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), EMDR Certified and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) offering trauma focus client-centered psychotherapeutic services to our community members. As the founder of ICHANGE, a non-profit public charity that has serviced Lansing's residents for 1 0 years. With ICHANGE "fit" is really important and not every therapist-client combination is right. Therefore, if we are not a good fit, ICHANGE will not take it personally. We will do all we can to align you with a therapist that fits with your needs.
I am a LCMSW, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), EMDR Certified and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) offering trauma focus client-centered psychotherapeutic services to our community members. As the founder of ICHANGE, a non-profit public charity that has serviced Lansing's residents for 1 0 years. With ICHANGE "fit" is really important and not every therapist-client combination is right. Therefore, if we are not a good fit, ICHANGE will not take it personally. We will do all we can to align you with a therapist that fits with your needs.
![Photo of Megan Trombka, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/57cde6e7-303c-46f9-b38e-dd98c604ec3b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Megan Trombka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Life is full of experiences that challenge us and shape us, often including periods of grief and loss and learning to adjust to our environment. I am confident in my over 10 years of social work experience, that together we can navigate through the challenges you are facing. Whether you are navigating a life transition, facing grief and loss, working through a complicated situation or relationship or just realizing that you need more tools for your own self-care, reaching out is the first step. Additionally, I have experience supporting people with cancer and their families, recognizing this is a unique experience.
Life is full of experiences that challenge us and shape us, often including periods of grief and loss and learning to adjust to our environment. I am confident in my over 10 years of social work experience, that together we can navigate through the challenges you are facing. Whether you are navigating a life transition, facing grief and loss, working through a complicated situation or relationship or just realizing that you need more tools for your own self-care, reaching out is the first step. Additionally, I have experience supporting people with cancer and their families, recognizing this is a unique experience.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy