Therapists in Grandville, MI

Accepting New Clients - Morning and Afternoon appointments available. I have a focus in working with adult individuals, 18 and older, struggling with anxiety and/or seeking support with LGBTQ+ related concerns, such as sexual orientation, sexual identity, and dysphoria. If you, or someone you know, is seeking an LGBTQIA+ affirming counselor who also identifies under the spectrum, or is seeking help with substance use related concerns, ADHD, racial identity, grief, or depression, please contact the office and ask for an appointment with Ryan Townes by texting 6162872283, or you can also email me.

My approach to working with people in therapy is non-binary and rooted in the belief that humans exist most authentically in a “both/and” place. While seemingly opposite, radical acceptance and working to change are equally essential to the process. I offer non-hierarchical authenticity in healing work. I believe in cultural humility as my way of being and honor individuals by building mutual trust, respect, and understanding. I will walk alongside you as you lead your journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Today's society can be very overstimulating and can make it hard to focus on our inner experience of emotions. Sometimes we need an opportunity to slow down and process whether our feelings, thoughts and behaviors are helping or getting in the way of where we want to be as - as individuals and in relationship with others.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and Psychology from Grand Valley State University (2012) and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Michigan University (2016). I have experience in working with individuals suffering with substance use disorders, trauma and PTSD, immigration issues, and other co-occurring disorders. I am currently working towards certification as an Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) through the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals. I provide services to adults and teens in both English and Spanish.

Life does not always go as planned. We all experience loss and painful transitions at some point throughout our lives. Are you struggling with anxiety, feelings of sadness, guilt, or inadequacy? I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey towards health and resilience, and a life that is filled with hope, meaning, and joy.

Reaching out for counseling can be an intimidating process, you should be proud for taking this first step! I strive to always offer a genuine, comforting environment, with hopes of easing any stress that may come with seeking help. I have a strong appreciation for the person-centered approach to counseling and truly value each unique individual that sits across from me. I have experience working with children as young as 4, adolescents, and adults. I have a passion for working with children, with experience in both residential and outpatient settings.

I believe it is important to help each client feel comfortable, valued, and respected during the therapeutic process. My approach focuses on helping you achieve a healthy, satisfying lifestyle by encouraging long-lasting changes to target and diminish the symptoms that led you to seek services. I work effectively with adolescent and adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, and relationship problems. To ensure that every client feels confident in the counseling process I offer a free 15 minute consultation for new clients to answer any questions you may have about getting started.

I understand what it is like to struggle and to wonder if the problems you are facing can ever be overcome – and I know, first-hand, that “Yes they can!” Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and nothing really changed, or you’re not really sure what change would even look like. I have found that working in individual counseling, we can start to understand why we react and think the way we do; it can be from past trauma or from an accumulation of life events, but I truly believe when provided a nonjudgmental, understanding, and safe place, it is very possible to defeat these destructive thought patterns and behaviors we’ve obtained.

My favorite aspect of working with children, families, and adolescents involves getting to know and develop relationships with every individual. Helping an individuals and their families navigate difficult situations and celebrate positive growth in therapy and everyday situations is such a unique and positive aspect of being a part of a family’s therapeutic team. I utilize therapeutic techniques from play therapy, art therapy, talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and more. Currently accepting clients with early afternoon and daytime availability.

I believe progression towards healing is always possible. The ability to heal is not the problem. It is getting the right help and doing “the work” that creates healing. I love helping people understand their issues and how to heal or deal with them.

I work primarily with teens, college students, and recent college graduates. I also work with adults. I am here to help you work through life transitions, or struggles that you may be facing. My goal is to help you feel comfortable coming to counseling and encourage you to focus on the challenge that brought you in. Life can throw unexpected challenges at us and I would love to help you navigate through the challenges of life successfully.

I specialize in treating trauma and PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Folks often come to therapy feeling disconnected from themselves. For this reason, my approach engages your story in a way that encourages reconnecting the body and mind. Whether you’re battling symptoms of depression, anxiety, existential dread, trauma, PTSD, or relational stress, I come alongside you to find hope and relief. My goal is to provide a space where your story feels honored and sacred. I look forward to earning your trust and helping you feel empowered to achieve personal healing and desired change.

As a psychotherapist I view my role as a consultant, not unlike other professional consultants. Utilizing clients' inherent life skills and developing new skills, I assist them in finding ways to work through barriers to growth. I see my job as a listener, teacher and a coach, because to make a change, even for the better, takes courage. Over the years I have developed various proven modalities in which to help clients manage anxiety, anger and stress-related disorders. I have a very pragmatic approach; I TEACH clients SKILLS based on neuropsychological approaches that are scientifically researched.

I am a fully licensed psychologist who specializes in providing assessment services for adults, adolescents, and children. The path to self-understanding can be a challenging one. My goal through testing is to provide a safe place for individuals to gain insight into their behaviors, personality, and mental health concerns. These assessments typically examine the person's history, behavioral observations, and test results to provide appropriate diagnosis and treatment recommendations. I am well versed with psychological testing with diagnosis of attention issues and differential diagnosis for clinical syndromes.

It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.

Life can create unseen challenges and become overwhelming and quite isolating. You are not alone. I value therapeutic relationships and strive to build a relationship my clients come to value as well. I do this by creating a comfortable environment where I am my genuine self. I find if I can be real, it allows you to feel that you can do the same. This is where growth happens when you feel understood and respected as your authentic self. It is my goal to help you feel empowered, validated, and provide a safe place to not only choose but process the hard. I am committed to helping you reach your goals.

I am passionate about helping clients reach their goals by encouraging self-awareness, providing individual support with active listening, and by teaching healthy coping skills to better enhance their quality of life. I walk with my clients through their anxiety, frustrations, unpleasant feelings, and/or life transitioning events by focusing on their inner strengths, offering a safe space to be heard, and evoking change talk.

Starting the therapeutic process can be daunting, you may be thinking where do I even begin? I understand, I've been in your shoes before and my goal is to make this process seamless so you don't have to add another worry to your plate. My clients would describe my style as authentic, genuine, and welcoming. My ideal client is someone who is ready to address their challenges and work together to find solutions and strategies to better manage their life. My goal for you is to leave sessions with a new tool, strategy, or new perspective so you can heal in therapy and outside of therapy too!

Life is complicated, beautiful, frustrating, inspiring, difficult, and unpredictable. There are times when we feel like we've got it—when we know what to do and how to do it. And then there are times when we feel like we don’t—when we feel lost and confused. Therapy can be a helpful tool during all of those times to find the confidence to be who we want to be. As a therapist, I hope to support you by working to recognize patterns within your life, connect the dots to gain insight, and trust yourself to make the changes you want to see.