Christian Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
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I am so proud of you for taking the first step in starting your healing journey. It's not easy but I am so glad that you did! The thought of receiving therapy or being vulnerable can be uncomfortable, however, the process can be life-changing. There are times where we feel unworthy, not good enough and have this idea to strive for "perfection". These thoughts can be overwhelming and can stop you from living your life wholeheartedly. My mission is to support you as you go through this process. I use Person Centered, Yoga Movement and Solution Focused therapies to help meet the need of my clients.
I am so proud of you for taking the first step in starting your healing journey. It's not easy but I am so glad that you did! The thought of receiving therapy or being vulnerable can be uncomfortable, however, the process can be life-changing. There are times where we feel unworthy, not good enough and have this idea to strive for "perfection". These thoughts can be overwhelming and can stop you from living your life wholeheartedly. My mission is to support you as you go through this process. I use Person Centered, Yoga Movement and Solution Focused therapies to help meet the need of my clients.
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Have you ever felt misunderstood or alone? Do you notice that your anxiety, depression, and emotions are getting the best of you? Perhaps stress and emotions get so overwhelming that you are unable to control them or know how to get help. Maybe you want to work on improving your interpersonal relationships, or figuring out where you want to go with your life.
Have you ever felt misunderstood or alone? Do you notice that your anxiety, depression, and emotions are getting the best of you? Perhaps stress and emotions get so overwhelming that you are unable to control them or know how to get help. Maybe you want to work on improving your interpersonal relationships, or figuring out where you want to go with your life.
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Jennifer Coria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I am a native Spanish speaker and strongly believe in the value of incorporating culture and language to connect with my Spanish-speaking clients. I enjoy working with people of all ages and stages of life. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, multicultural, compassionate environment that will promote growth and change. I believe it is my privilege to walk alongside you and to hear your story. Together we will identify goals, increase your resiliency, and help you become the best version of yourself.
I am a native Spanish speaker and strongly believe in the value of incorporating culture and language to connect with my Spanish-speaking clients. I enjoy working with people of all ages and stages of life. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, multicultural, compassionate environment that will promote growth and change. I believe it is my privilege to walk alongside you and to hear your story. Together we will identify goals, increase your resiliency, and help you become the best version of yourself.
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Rebekah Karel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, RPT™
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Is your young child struggling? Are you feeling lost with how to help? I am a registered play therapist (RPT) and specialize in working with children ages 3 to 13. Some of the children I work with have been through really difficult and painful traumas, others have experienced great loss. Some kids are struggling to express themselves or with regulating their emotions, and others are struggling with behavior challenges in school or at home. Because of my past work as a school social worker I have unique experience engaging with children with ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-harm behaviors, and other social-emotional concerns.
Is your young child struggling? Are you feeling lost with how to help? I am a registered play therapist (RPT) and specialize in working with children ages 3 to 13. Some of the children I work with have been through really difficult and painful traumas, others have experienced great loss. Some kids are struggling to express themselves or with regulating their emotions, and others are struggling with behavior challenges in school or at home. Because of my past work as a school social worker I have unique experience engaging with children with ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-harm behaviors, and other social-emotional concerns.
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Jessica Burgess
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Are you feeling more anxious or depressed as stressors pile up? Is your inner critic taking control and intensifying your emotions? It can be exhausting, and I'm here to help. Or perhaps you're a new mom adjusting to the life-changing experience of becoming a parent. Are the unexpected emotions and changes of this new role overwhelming you? Let’s talk.
Are you feeling more anxious or depressed as stressors pile up? Is your inner critic taking control and intensifying your emotions? It can be exhausting, and I'm here to help. Or perhaps you're a new mom adjusting to the life-changing experience of becoming a parent. Are the unexpected emotions and changes of this new role overwhelming you? Let’s talk.
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Molly Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49509 (Online Only)
I was born to a Caucasian mother and an African American father. I married into a Mexican American family. I had my first child at 15 and a master’s degree at 24. Why do I share all of this up front? Because I see life through many different angles. And it’s beautiful! But it doesn't always feel that way. Feelings of loneliness, confusion, shame and sadness are part of the human experience. Relationships are messy. But the biggest battle we face is often the one within ourselves. My goal for you in therapy is for you to gain the skills and support you need to maximize your ability to manage whatever has brought you to this moment.
I was born to a Caucasian mother and an African American father. I married into a Mexican American family. I had my first child at 15 and a master’s degree at 24. Why do I share all of this up front? Because I see life through many different angles. And it’s beautiful! But it doesn't always feel that way. Feelings of loneliness, confusion, shame and sadness are part of the human experience. Relationships are messy. But the biggest battle we face is often the one within ourselves. My goal for you in therapy is for you to gain the skills and support you need to maximize your ability to manage whatever has brought you to this moment.
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Justin Westerhof
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
I have recently accepted the position as clinical director for GRCS. In this capacity, I will be available as a consultant for other clinicians here, while also setting a clinical tone for the practice. On an individual basis, I see a wide variety of clients based on my experience in substance use treatment, outpatient therapy, corrections treatment, and trauma training. I have worked also with the severe and persistent mental health population. My stance is, “Tell me what you think the issue is, and we’ll find a way to address it.”
I have recently accepted the position as clinical director for GRCS. In this capacity, I will be available as a consultant for other clinicians here, while also setting a clinical tone for the practice. On an individual basis, I see a wide variety of clients based on my experience in substance use treatment, outpatient therapy, corrections treatment, and trauma training. I have worked also with the severe and persistent mental health population. My stance is, “Tell me what you think the issue is, and we’ll find a way to address it.”
![Photo of Margaret Novak, LLMSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c030699-5fac-4103-ac69-7dce59ee8b66/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you feel like you're stuck in survival mode? Trauma and pent up stress can feel plaguing and inescapable, but that doesn't have to be your forever reality. You CAN feel like you are in control of your life again. You are capable of experiencing life beyond survival again. And you are deserving of all the support to get there! As a team, I would love to work with you to help you overcome whatever is preventing you from thriving right now. It takes a lot of strength to reach out when you are in need, and I don't take that lightly.
Do you feel like you're stuck in survival mode? Trauma and pent up stress can feel plaguing and inescapable, but that doesn't have to be your forever reality. You CAN feel like you are in control of your life again. You are capable of experiencing life beyond survival again. And you are deserving of all the support to get there! As a team, I would love to work with you to help you overcome whatever is preventing you from thriving right now. It takes a lot of strength to reach out when you are in need, and I don't take that lightly.
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Stacey VanderKlok
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
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 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.
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Stefanie Hathaway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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Ready to overcome that thing you’re struggling with? Feel like anxiety is constantly taking over? Or that your past is holding you back? Do your emotions control your day? Do you desire something different but can’t seem to figure out how to get there? I’d love to help you find relief so you can create a life you love.
Ready to overcome that thing you’re struggling with? Feel like anxiety is constantly taking over? Or that your past is holding you back? Do your emotions control your day? Do you desire something different but can’t seem to figure out how to get there? I’d love to help you find relief so you can create a life you love.
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Us And Kids Communication Program
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
Couples with young kiddo are particularly at risk for marriage and family strife because they are so busy, and because there is so much that is new to their brains, emotions and relationship. Figuring out how to be both mom and dad as well as husband and wife is often overwhelming and troubling. Tension builds when the relationship energy gets split between kiddos needs (and there are a lot of them!) and marriage needs (and those are valid as well). The energy to figure out how to integrate all those needs, wants, wishes becomes divided and divisive. Disconnected and discontent brew and relationship trouble stews. What to do?
Couples with young kiddo are particularly at risk for marriage and family strife because they are so busy, and because there is so much that is new to their brains, emotions and relationship. Figuring out how to be both mom and dad as well as husband and wife is often overwhelming and troubling. Tension builds when the relationship energy gets split between kiddos needs (and there are a lot of them!) and marriage needs (and those are valid as well). The energy to figure out how to integrate all those needs, wants, wishes becomes divided and divisive. Disconnected and discontent brew and relationship trouble stews. What to do?
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Are you looking for insight? You want to know what’s going on with you and how to move forward. Maybe you’ve had some sort of trauma that left you feeling lost and insecure. You find yourself overwhelmed with so much anxiety you just want to cry. Or maybe your feel sad about your relationships and unsure how to fix them. Let’s sort it out together.
Are you looking for insight? You want to know what’s going on with you and how to move forward. Maybe you’ve had some sort of trauma that left you feeling lost and insecure. You find yourself overwhelmed with so much anxiety you just want to cry. Or maybe your feel sad about your relationships and unsure how to fix them. Let’s sort it out together.
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My approach is person-centered, gentle, calming, and trauma-informed. I understand how challenging it can be to trust someone new, so I do my best to earn your trust by being non-judgmental, consistent, reliable, and prioritizing what you want to get out of therapy. Once that trust is earned, I enjoy the privilege of joining you in exploring your values, identity, habits that work and ones that don’t, skills to manage stressful situations, and responses that help you live a more manageable and enjoyable life. Clients say I am calming, honest, respectful, supportive, and encouraging.
My approach is person-centered, gentle, calming, and trauma-informed. I understand how challenging it can be to trust someone new, so I do my best to earn your trust by being non-judgmental, consistent, reliable, and prioritizing what you want to get out of therapy. Once that trust is earned, I enjoy the privilege of joining you in exploring your values, identity, habits that work and ones that don’t, skills to manage stressful situations, and responses that help you live a more manageable and enjoyable life. Clients say I am calming, honest, respectful, supportive, and encouraging.
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Shayne McNichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
No one is perfect. We've all behaved petty at some point in our lives. Over the years, petty has become popular, going viral via social media around the world; however, what I've learned in life & in this field is whether we have been that person or been impacted by someone, we can all chase the root down to something deeper than the situation, i.e. sadness, anxiety or trauma. I am here to offer you a non-judgmental space to process from the petty to highly problematic experience. I invite you to work with me to heal from the inside out (or root to the surf ace) and have more peaceful experiences with yourself & others. Let's talk!
No one is perfect. We've all behaved petty at some point in our lives. Over the years, petty has become popular, going viral via social media around the world; however, what I've learned in life & in this field is whether we have been that person or been impacted by someone, we can all chase the root down to something deeper than the situation, i.e. sadness, anxiety or trauma. I am here to offer you a non-judgmental space to process from the petty to highly problematic experience. I invite you to work with me to heal from the inside out (or root to the surf ace) and have more peaceful experiences with yourself & others. Let's talk!
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Justice Project Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I am passionate about the work that I do. I have been supporting, advocating and facilitating change with Individuals, Children and Families for over 23 years. I am a Bilingual, Spanish Speaking therapist, who believes in the strength and immense value of diversity and healthy communities. My ideal client is someone who is seeking change and willing to explore the path to get there.
I am passionate about the work that I do. I have been supporting, advocating and facilitating change with Individuals, Children and Families for over 23 years. I am a Bilingual, Spanish Speaking therapist, who believes in the strength and immense value of diversity and healthy communities. My ideal client is someone who is seeking change and willing to explore the path to get there.
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Allison Failla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I believe one of the bravest things you can do to achieve that is to understand your own story. Life is too short for our lives to be consumed by bad relationships, holding grudges, and letting trauma take over our lives. You deserve to be free from emotional pain as well as finding your purpose and meaning in your life. I will walk right next to you to help lift heavy weights and burdens from your shoulders. You do not have to walk this journey alone.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I believe one of the bravest things you can do to achieve that is to understand your own story. Life is too short for our lives to be consumed by bad relationships, holding grudges, and letting trauma take over our lives. You deserve to be free from emotional pain as well as finding your purpose and meaning in your life. I will walk right next to you to help lift heavy weights and burdens from your shoulders. You do not have to walk this journey alone.
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Helen Ceballo-Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
You will be respected and your story acknowledged. No one has your exact story and circumstance. Together we will work so that the rest of your life's story may be genuine and fulfilling. I practice a predominantly humanistic approach in which you receive unconditional, positive regard. In other words, regardless of what you say, you will be accepted and supported and treated with value. Your healing, progress and strive will be the forefront of our work. Counseling requires work and courage to make healthy changes. I will be honored to work along with you. Let's be courageous together.
You will be respected and your story acknowledged. No one has your exact story and circumstance. Together we will work so that the rest of your life's story may be genuine and fulfilling. I practice a predominantly humanistic approach in which you receive unconditional, positive regard. In other words, regardless of what you say, you will be accepted and supported and treated with value. Your healing, progress and strive will be the forefront of our work. Counseling requires work and courage to make healthy changes. I will be honored to work along with you. Let's be courageous together.
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I have a strong enthusiasm for personal growth and self-awareness. Knowing our story and knowing ourselves will assist us in making changes that last. Helping clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, life transitions, and identity development are things I am very passionate about. By providing tools, language, and resources, I want to assist you in facilitating change and empowerment in the face of difficulties. I am available to assist teens, adults, couples, and families.
I have a strong enthusiasm for personal growth and self-awareness. Knowing our story and knowing ourselves will assist us in making changes that last. Helping clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, life transitions, and identity development are things I am very passionate about. By providing tools, language, and resources, I want to assist you in facilitating change and empowerment in the face of difficulties. I am available to assist teens, adults, couples, and families.
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There are countless ways to build an effective counseling relationship, and my mission is to find the approach that resonates with you. As a person-centered clinician, I view therapy as a collaborative journey where we work together to address your unique needs. I am committed to creating a supportive environment where we can navigate challenges side by side.
There are countless ways to build an effective counseling relationship, and my mission is to find the approach that resonates with you. As a person-centered clinician, I view therapy as a collaborative journey where we work together to address your unique needs. I am committed to creating a supportive environment where we can navigate challenges side by side.
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Lorraine Bennett
Limited Licensed Psychologist, TLLP, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (Online Only)
Do you have questions and no answers? Feeling uncertain about what to do next? Do you just feel stuck in your current state? If this describes your inner dialogue to any degree, I'd like to provide the support you are seeking to bring all the pieces of your life's puzzle together.
Do you have questions and no answers? Feeling uncertain about what to do next? Do you just feel stuck in your current state? If this describes your inner dialogue to any degree, I'd like to provide the support you are seeking to bring all the pieces of your life's puzzle together.
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