Relationship Issues Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
Kara Lilly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I have experience working with: depression, self-harm, sexual trauma, grief, self-esteem, relationship issues, addictions, and spiritual issues.
Do you struggle with anxious thoughts? Have you experienced harm in your past? Are you or others getting in the way of you living your best life? You are not alone. I am here to listen and to give you the tools that you need for positive change.
I have experience working with: depression, self-harm, sexual trauma, grief, self-esteem, relationship issues, addictions, and spiritual issues.
Do you struggle with anxious thoughts? Have you experienced harm in your past? Are you or others getting in the way of you living your best life? You are not alone. I am here to listen and to give you the tools that you need for positive change.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and adults, in order for them to process individual difficulties, devise a plan of action, and facilitate emotional health and well-being. My client base includes those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, sexual and physical abuse, parenting difficulties, relationship issues, and family discord. I view myself as a coach to help identify strengths, determine what might be hindering progress, and pave the way for moving forward.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and adults, in order for them to process individual difficulties, devise a plan of action, and facilitate emotional health and well-being. My client base includes those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, sexual and physical abuse, parenting difficulties, relationship issues, and family discord. I view myself as a coach to help identify strengths, determine what might be hindering progress, and pave the way for moving forward.
Anna Gerard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (Online Only)
My practice is grounded in Relational Theory and I believe the most important component of successful treatment is having a strong relationship with your therapist.
I believe the most well-adjusted individuals have found contentment through the brave exploration of themselves. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. For over fifteen years, I have worked with a variety of populations, including children, adolescents, families and adults. My experience supporting clients through Substance Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss, PTSD and OCD is vast. I also have specialized expertise working with adolescents and young adults.
My practice is grounded in Relational Theory and I believe the most important component of successful treatment is having a strong relationship with your therapist.
I believe the most well-adjusted individuals have found contentment through the brave exploration of themselves. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. For over fifteen years, I have worked with a variety of populations, including children, adolescents, families and adults. My experience supporting clients through Substance Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss, PTSD and OCD is vast. I also have specialized expertise working with adolescents and young adults.
People often seek therapy following life changes where customary ways of coping are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of their world. I consider the focus of my work as a therapist the development of a safe and trusting relationship where I can help a person discuss difficult feelings as well as identify problematic interpersonal patterns that may be getting in the way of personal goals and successful relationships. I then work closely and collaboratively with my client to develop creative and effective ways to move past these roadblocks.
People often seek therapy following life changes where customary ways of coping are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of their world. I consider the focus of my work as a therapist the development of a safe and trusting relationship where I can help a person discuss difficult feelings as well as identify problematic interpersonal patterns that may be getting in the way of personal goals and successful relationships. I then work closely and collaboratively with my client to develop creative and effective ways to move past these roadblocks.
I really enjoy working with individuals and families on issues involving stress and anxiety (Panic Disorder, OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Agoraphobia, etc.), folks dealing with issues related to the Autistic Spectrum, people dealing with adjustments to chronic health issues and their impacts, and relationship concerns ranging from parenting and romantic relationships to family dynamics and interacting with adult children.
I really enjoy working with individuals and families on issues involving stress and anxiety (Panic Disorder, OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Agoraphobia, etc.), folks dealing with issues related to the Autistic Spectrum, people dealing with adjustments to chronic health issues and their impacts, and relationship concerns ranging from parenting and romantic relationships to family dynamics and interacting with adult children.
We encourage a very open and honest relationship to help our clients feel emotionally safe.
I am a licensed psychologist as well as the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
We encourage a very open and honest relationship to help our clients feel emotionally safe.
I am a licensed psychologist as well as the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
It would be horrible to go to someone for help in working through problems in your relationship, only to find someone convinced you are the problem in your marriage.
After the fresh passion of a new or developing relationship cools, partners in marriages and committed relationships often find they experience a distancing from one another. Often this distancing results in anger and resentment toward partners. Problems which were once minor irritants now seem to be major issues which seem to always be a source of conflict and anger, or may be avoided entirely for fear of conflict. In counseling couples and families using the Gottman method, my passion is helping my clients transform their relationships and gain a new sense of optimism in their relational pursuits.
It would be horrible to go to someone for help in working through problems in your relationship, only to find someone convinced you are the problem in your marriage.
After the fresh passion of a new or developing relationship cools, partners in marriages and committed relationships often find they experience a distancing from one another. Often this distancing results in anger and resentment toward partners. Problems which were once minor irritants now seem to be major issues which seem to always be a source of conflict and anger, or may be avoided entirely for fear of conflict. In counseling couples and families using the Gottman method, my passion is helping my clients transform their relationships and gain a new sense of optimism in their relational pursuits.
Kurt Visker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I have been highly effective with relationship issues of all kinds.
Our many experiences in life shape the way we think about ourselves and the world around us. We use these shaped thoughts to make decisions and form relationships. Many times they are healthy rational thoughts, but at times we fall into an unhealthy irrational pattern that can create chaos in our lives. My role as a therapist is to help you increase your awareness and sort out the chaos. I enjoy building strong therapeutic relationships founded on empathy and respect that shapes a safe environment. Join me in a conversation that will walk you down a path of self discovery.
I have been highly effective with relationship issues of all kinds.
Our many experiences in life shape the way we think about ourselves and the world around us. We use these shaped thoughts to make decisions and form relationships. Many times they are healthy rational thoughts, but at times we fall into an unhealthy irrational pattern that can create chaos in our lives. My role as a therapist is to help you increase your awareness and sort out the chaos. I enjoy building strong therapeutic relationships founded on empathy and respect that shapes a safe environment. Join me in a conversation that will walk you down a path of self discovery.
Allison Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
I work with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity, trauma and adjustment- related concerns.
I understand that seeking therapy can bring up a range of feelings — from excitement and hopefulness to uncertainty and anxiety. Whether you’ve been in therapy before or it’s your first time, I will tailor my approach to fit your specific needs, and provide a space where you can feel safe, heard, and accepted. You are the expert in your life and I am here to guide, support and walk with you through your healing and growth. In efforts to make each client as comfortable as possible, I offer both in person and telehealth therapy. I am a Limited License Professional Counselor and earned my Master’s from Eastern Michigan University.
I work with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity, trauma and adjustment- related concerns.
I understand that seeking therapy can bring up a range of feelings — from excitement and hopefulness to uncertainty and anxiety. Whether you’ve been in therapy before or it’s your first time, I will tailor my approach to fit your specific needs, and provide a space where you can feel safe, heard, and accepted. You are the expert in your life and I am here to guide, support and walk with you through your healing and growth. In efforts to make each client as comfortable as possible, I offer both in person and telehealth therapy. I am a Limited License Professional Counselor and earned my Master’s from Eastern Michigan University.
Jeffrey Reining
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LP, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
I work with individuals, teens and couples dealing with issues including ineffective communication, spiritual struggles, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, high stress, perfectionism, divorce, fertility issues and more. If you are struggling with worrying too much, feeling down all the time, connecting with your young adult, unsure how to co-parent, need help with saving your relationship, or are just looking to make changes in your life, I can help. I create a safe and welcoming environment that starts with understanding and works toward change.
I work with individuals, teens and couples dealing with issues including ineffective communication, spiritual struggles, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, high stress, perfectionism, divorce, fertility issues and more. If you are struggling with worrying too much, feeling down all the time, connecting with your young adult, unsure how to co-parent, need help with saving your relationship, or are just looking to make changes in your life, I can help. I create a safe and welcoming environment that starts with understanding and works toward change.
Relationship, occupational and parenting stressors can feel incredibly overwhelming and leave you feeling emotionally depleted. They impact your quality of life and overall well-being. If you're struggling with where to start, therapy can offer an unbiased perspective and healthy tools to rebalance the emotional load you're carrying. We'll work together to identify your goals, improve your relationships, and increase your joy, purpose and peace. Specializing in life transitions, anxiety/depression, couples, parenting/step-parenting, relationship issues and grief.
Relationship, occupational and parenting stressors can feel incredibly overwhelming and leave you feeling emotionally depleted. They impact your quality of life and overall well-being. If you're struggling with where to start, therapy can offer an unbiased perspective and healthy tools to rebalance the emotional load you're carrying. We'll work together to identify your goals, improve your relationships, and increase your joy, purpose and peace. Specializing in life transitions, anxiety/depression, couples, parenting/step-parenting, relationship issues and grief.
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Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that real change and healing can only happen through an honest and transparent relationship.
My hope is to empower and support individuals that want to reach their goals and shape their life in a way that gives them growth and improvement. Whether it's anxiety, heartbreak, depression, relationships, career struggles, confidence, grief, shifting interpersonal dynamics, or other significant life transitions, I love being a listening ear that will both empathize with the unique struggles that someone is facing, as well as help them cultivate the bravery and tools to move forward.
I believe that real change and healing can only happen through an honest and transparent relationship.
My hope is to empower and support individuals that want to reach their goals and shape their life in a way that gives them growth and improvement. Whether it's anxiety, heartbreak, depression, relationships, career struggles, confidence, grief, shifting interpersonal dynamics, or other significant life transitions, I love being a listening ear that will both empathize with the unique struggles that someone is facing, as well as help them cultivate the bravery and tools to move forward.
Kerry Hart
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Kerry works with couples and families experiencing relationship issues such as infidelity, separation, reunification, or lifestyle planning for the future.
Kerry Hart is a Couple and Family Therapist working from a systemic approach. Kerry helps her clients understand their pasts and helps shape their futures by pointing out patterns that have developed in her client's lives, as well as within their families, and family history. Kerry received her Master's in Family Therapy from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA and is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Kerry enjoys working from a client centered perspective, with individuals, couples, families, teens, and adults.
Kerry works with couples and families experiencing relationship issues such as infidelity, separation, reunification, or lifestyle planning for the future.
Kerry Hart is a Couple and Family Therapist working from a systemic approach. Kerry helps her clients understand their pasts and helps shape their futures by pointing out patterns that have developed in her client's lives, as well as within their families, and family history. Kerry received her Master's in Family Therapy from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA and is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Kerry enjoys working from a client centered perspective, with individuals, couples, families, teens, and adults.
Sarah Parsell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
Experiencing feelings of dysregulation, sorrow, overwhelm, fear, anger, and exhaustion is an inherent aspect of being human, and addressing these experiences can seem daunting. The therapeutic journey equips us to navigate our relationship with our bodies, emotions, experiences, and interpersonal connections, and address deep sources of pain and fear that can often arise merely from existing in this world. Through MCBT, ACT, and Somatic lenses, I want to help you understand yourself and your challenges deeply enough on all levels to invoke acceptance, understanding, and the most difficult of all, change.
Experiencing feelings of dysregulation, sorrow, overwhelm, fear, anger, and exhaustion is an inherent aspect of being human, and addressing these experiences can seem daunting. The therapeutic journey equips us to navigate our relationship with our bodies, emotions, experiences, and interpersonal connections, and address deep sources of pain and fear that can often arise merely from existing in this world. Through MCBT, ACT, and Somatic lenses, I want to help you understand yourself and your challenges deeply enough on all levels to invoke acceptance, understanding, and the most difficult of all, change.
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?
Caroline Lowry Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
It is my goal to help you create change in your life and develop new understanding as you face life's challenges. Together we will maximize your ability to achieve personal fulfillment, explore the enormous capacity within you, and reach a healthy state of balance and well-being. I enjoy working with a diverse clientele. Most individuals I see are dealing with anxiety related disorders, relationship issues, grief and loss, or simply adjusting to a life transition. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and discuss your needs and expectations.
It is my goal to help you create change in your life and develop new understanding as you face life's challenges. Together we will maximize your ability to achieve personal fulfillment, explore the enormous capacity within you, and reach a healthy state of balance and well-being. I enjoy working with a diverse clientele. Most individuals I see are dealing with anxiety related disorders, relationship issues, grief and loss, or simply adjusting to a life transition. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and discuss your needs and expectations.
Claire Victoria Graves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Specializes in adult mental health, substance use disorders, trauma, and interpersonal relationship issues.
Claire practices an eclectic, person-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy. Claire has significant experience working with adults struggling with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health issues, and intimate partner violence. Claire practices an inclusive and holistic approach to therapy, utilizing evidence-based interventions and creative approaches to meet individual client needs. Claire believes in practicing from an intersectional, trauma-informed, gender affirmative perspective, with specific emphasis on assisting clients in developing skills to more effectively navigate their unique life circumstances.
Specializes in adult mental health, substance use disorders, trauma, and interpersonal relationship issues.
Claire practices an eclectic, person-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy. Claire has significant experience working with adults struggling with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health issues, and intimate partner violence. Claire practices an inclusive and holistic approach to therapy, utilizing evidence-based interventions and creative approaches to meet individual client needs. Claire believes in practicing from an intersectional, trauma-informed, gender affirmative perspective, with specific emphasis on assisting clients in developing skills to more effectively navigate their unique life circumstances.
I help clients overcome obstacles and set their mental health and relationship goals.
I am excited to provide affordable mental health services for Michigan residents through Grand Rapids Specialty Therapy as an intern through May 2025. I am currently taking new adult clients with a focus on issues pertaining to relationships, sexuality, gender, trauma, aging, illness, and adjustment. I am trained to work with culturally diverse populations, alternative relationship structures, various sexual orientations, and gender-expansive clients. I can also see clients remotely. As an intern, I cannot bill insurance, but offer $30 out-of-pocket sessions. I will graduate in May 2025 and start taking insurance at that time.
I help clients overcome obstacles and set their mental health and relationship goals.
I am excited to provide affordable mental health services for Michigan residents through Grand Rapids Specialty Therapy as an intern through May 2025. I am currently taking new adult clients with a focus on issues pertaining to relationships, sexuality, gender, trauma, aging, illness, and adjustment. I am trained to work with culturally diverse populations, alternative relationship structures, various sexual orientations, and gender-expansive clients. I can also see clients remotely. As an intern, I cannot bill insurance, but offer $30 out-of-pocket sessions. I will graduate in May 2025 and start taking insurance at that time.
Healthy Heads + Hearts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Contact me if you would like to explore and improve your key relationships, or want a safe space to explore your relationship with yourself.
Relationships are the engine of human survival. Whether you are troubled and unsure about a relationship, want to build a healthier and more vibrant relationship, or need to recover from a bad relationship, I will help you identify the core challenges and find a path to achieving your best life and best relationships. I am Karen Robertson, LMSW, wife, mother, creative spirit, and a lifelong student of relationships and how people work (or don't) together. I would be honored to help you with the relationship that is troubling you.
Contact me if you would like to explore and improve your key relationships, or want a safe space to explore your relationship with yourself.
Relationships are the engine of human survival. Whether you are troubled and unsure about a relationship, want to build a healthier and more vibrant relationship, or need to recover from a bad relationship, I will help you identify the core challenges and find a path to achieving your best life and best relationships. I am Karen Robertson, LMSW, wife, mother, creative spirit, and a lifelong student of relationships and how people work (or don't) together. I would be honored to help you with the relationship that is troubling you.
Eric Martin Sauer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that therapy and the therapeutic relationship in particular can offer clients a new way to be in the world, a new way to see the world, and a new way to be with others.
Talking therapy has proven to be a powerful and effective treatment for a number of different mental health concerns. From my perspective, therapy is about building relationships and helping others to gain a better understanding of themselves and others.
I believe that therapy and the therapeutic relationship in particular can offer clients a new way to be in the world, a new way to see the world, and a new way to be with others.
Talking therapy has proven to be a powerful and effective treatment for a number of different mental health concerns. From my perspective, therapy is about building relationships and helping others to gain a better understanding of themselves and others.
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.