Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Hudsonville, MI

Currently accepting new clients for Thursdays - morning and afternoons available. "You don't have to be fearless. Doing it afraid is just as brave" (Morgan Harper Nichols). Reaching out for help and starting therapy can be a little scary. I would love to create a safe place for you to realize you can be scared and brave at the same time. I love to empower clients and help them to realize that they can do hard things, make changes, and find hope for the future, no matter how risky that hope feels. I am passionate about helping clients name what matters to them and build a life that reflects what matters most to them.

I know how intimidating it can be to make your first therapy appointment. It takes a lot of strength and courage to take that first step! Whether we decide together to focus on identity, relationships, family, work, or faith, this is a safe space. Maybe you are here looking at therapy as a “last resort” effort after trying to figure out things alone. If you’ve found yourself feeling stuck, frustrated, or wondering, “What’s wrong with me?!”, you’re not alone. No matter what is going on with you, this is a safe space. If you aren't sure yet, that's ok-book a free 15 minute call or email me and see if we would be a good fit!

All of our stories are different. We have parts of our stories that are bright and beautiful, but we also have parts of our stories that are dark and painful. We may not have been able to control the things that have happened in our story but we can control how we respond and how we move forward. We all struggle to navigate through this life. This life is confusing and stressful. I recognize that you are the expert of your life, you know yourself best. I aim to come alongside you not only through the warm seasons but most importantly the dark cold ones we often find ourselves in.

It is always a privilege to walk alongside someone on their journey of healing and growth and to be able to hold space for them where they can feel seen, heard and valued. Whether you come with symptoms of anxiety or depression, or have experienced a traumatic event that needs a safe place to be processed, our time together can provide a means of care and support as you find your way forward. I believe that healing takes place within authentic, honest relationships where we are reminded that we are never alone. I also believe that it's possible to live a full and meaningful life, even in the midst of pain and suffering.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges and find healing and growth. I believe therapy offers the opportunity to transform our current experience and enhance the mind and body relationship. I have a particular interest in women’s health. Whether you are navigating the complexities of mental health, coping with challenges of chronic illness, or seeking skills to improve overall well-being, I am here to offer compassionate support and evidence-based interventions fit to your needs.

Whether you are seeking treatment for depression, anxiety, managing a chronic condition, grief and loss, parenting challenges, traumatic experiences, or personal growth; psychotherapy is an effective and evidence-based way to move toward greater health, healing, and emotional wellness at any age. I am a therapist who is passionate about empowering others to discover and live into their truest selves. A hallmark of my practice is drawing on a breadth of training and experience to offer an individualized, effective, and safe therapeutic environment for all.

I have worked as a psychologist for over 30 years, and still appreciate how much courage it takes to make the decision to begin therapy and to follow through with that decision. I have worked with many adults to address depression, anxiety, traumas, stresses, losses, or other concerns. I respect the courage it takes to talk about thoughts, feelings and situations that are difficult and uncomfortable. I always work to have a judgement free space and together, with a client, work to increase their understanding of themselves and better illuminate opportunities for making the changes they may seek.

Life can be overwhelming, anxiety provoking, and down right make you hopeless. If you're seeking compassionate support tailored to your challenges, I'm here to help. Together, we can navigate anxiety, manage persistent thoughts, adapt to major transitions, and overall find hope amidst it all. My approach combines empathy with practical strategies to empower you towards healing. Let's work together in a supportive space to explore and grow.

I feel privileged when I am invited into your life to share in your pain and suffering in order to try to help you understand, heal and grow from the emotional wounds and trauma you have experienced. I believe our relationship is one between two equal individuals who will work hard to help heal and understand your wounds. We will be travelers on the journey of healing together and both be changed by our time together. A good therapy experience offers opportunities to learn important things about yourself, to acquire helpful life skills, and to integrate both the past and present to achieve a much better quality of life.

If you are struggling with affects of your past traumas, self-esteem, academics, or relationship issues and need new ways to cope, uncover repressed memories, find healing and hope for your future then I would love to walk alongside you.

You are Worthy & I Believe in you. You think no ONE gets YOU? No one can help? No one gets it? You've tried, nothing works. I get it. Asking for help is hard, change is scary. It feels impossible. Maybe people failed you. Sad? Lost? Saying FU world, or who am I? Alone? Insecure? Anxiety? I'm a doctor with real world expertise who can help you. No issue is off limits. LGBTQ+? Relationships? Family? Parenting? Teen life? Men stuff? Self-esteem? Sex/Sexuality? High achiever? Sports? Fitness/Exercise help? I center coaching on your goals, strengths, feasibility, and reality. I'm real, kind, compassionate & blunt. Let's triumph together!

None of us gets through life without facing roadblocks, heartbreak, or uncertainty. You already have the strength inside you to overcome tough times! I am trained in the Internal Family Systems model, which will transform your life by healing the parts of you that are wounded, giving you greater access to your innate creativity, calm, confidence, compassion, and connectedness. I help couples, families, and individuals find greater fulfillment and purpose in life. I have a specialty in sex therapy which, if needed, provides a level of safety and knowledge that facilitates deep healing and growth for couples and individuals.

Hello! I view each person (or couple) as unique and autonomous. I believe everyone has a story of where they have been, where they are, and where they are hoping to go. These stories are complex and I believe everyone has biological, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. I like to work with clients to understand how they can get those met in healthy ways and how they can navigate this journey we call life. I also enjoy setting goals with my clients. It's through setting and achieving goals, that you will feel you're getting the most out of our time together.

Maybe you feel yourself start to close off when someone asks how you're doing, because you don't really know the answer. Maybe you're a parent, who doesn't recognize who your teen has become. Maybe your partner doesn't feel like your partner, this relationship doesn't look like how you envisioned it would anymore. Maybe depression, guilt, or shame have become so familiar, that you wonder what therapy would even do. Maybe you just want to be known by someone.