Therapists in Kalamazoo County, MI
Benjamin James Stuebs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
The hardest step in change is asking someone for help. Therapy is a collaborative, coaching, and self-building journey where we work together to accomplish your desired goals. I enjoy working with men and women on depression, grief and loss, anxiety, men's issues, self-esteem, relationship challenges, obesity and weight loss, chronic pain, and long-term disabilities such as visual impairment.
The hardest step in change is asking someone for help. Therapy is a collaborative, coaching, and self-building journey where we work together to accomplish your desired goals. I enjoy working with men and women on depression, grief and loss, anxiety, men's issues, self-esteem, relationship challenges, obesity and weight loss, chronic pain, and long-term disabilities such as visual impairment.
Life can change in a flash. Transitions are not always expected. Job loss, chronic illness, death of a loved one, a pandemic - not to mention those we do plan, such as moving, empty nest, retirement, and others. We often try to avoid transitions because change can be hard. Even a positive change can cause feelings of loss, anxiety, overwhelmed and often leads to anxiety or depression. The good news is those suffering from emotional instability, a trauma & loss, or other mental health illnesses can learn new tools and skills to maneuver their way to a new calm and peace.
Life can change in a flash. Transitions are not always expected. Job loss, chronic illness, death of a loved one, a pandemic - not to mention those we do plan, such as moving, empty nest, retirement, and others. We often try to avoid transitions because change can be hard. Even a positive change can cause feelings of loss, anxiety, overwhelmed and often leads to anxiety or depression. The good news is those suffering from emotional instability, a trauma & loss, or other mental health illnesses can learn new tools and skills to maneuver their way to a new calm and peace.
Areas of Focus: Trauma, Chronic Stress, Chronic Pain/Illness, Substance Use/Recovery, Life Transitions, Sexuality and Gender, Relationships, Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, Anxiety.
Hello and Welcome! Senshu, LLC is a Clinical Mental Health practice located in downtown Battle Creek. We are currently four Clinical Social Workers offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Our approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. Please view our photos for more information about each clinician. We look forward to hearing from you! At this time: Erin is accepting new clients for virtual sessions; Ashley is working from a waitlist; Joy and Kelley are closed.
Areas of Focus: Trauma, Chronic Stress, Chronic Pain/Illness, Substance Use/Recovery, Life Transitions, Sexuality and Gender, Relationships, Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, Anxiety.
Hello and Welcome! Senshu, LLC is a Clinical Mental Health practice located in downtown Battle Creek. We are currently four Clinical Social Workers offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Our approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. Please view our photos for more information about each clinician. We look forward to hearing from you! At this time: Erin is accepting new clients for virtual sessions; Ashley is working from a waitlist; Joy and Kelley are closed.
If you are considering therapy, I commend you for making the decision to improve your life. I meet my clients where they are, work together to set goals, and then we meet those goals. I use my wide range of knowledge and experiences to best serve my clients and their individual needs. I believe that everyone is learning and hope that if you choose to pursue therapy you will come out with a better understanding of yourself and your relation with the rest of the world. As a master's limited psychologist, I practice under the supervision of Dr. Julie Meredith Davis, a fully Licensed Psychologist.
If you are considering therapy, I commend you for making the decision to improve your life. I meet my clients where they are, work together to set goals, and then we meet those goals. I use my wide range of knowledge and experiences to best serve my clients and their individual needs. I believe that everyone is learning and hope that if you choose to pursue therapy you will come out with a better understanding of yourself and your relation with the rest of the world. As a master's limited psychologist, I practice under the supervision of Dr. Julie Meredith Davis, a fully Licensed Psychologist.
Dr. Morry Edwards, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and Senior Fellow of the Biofeedback Certification Institute of America, who has specialized in treating people with cancer, head injuries, stress related disorders and other chronic illnesses for over 40 years. He is an advocate of the holistic approach to health and wellness and encourages patients to take an active role in their treatment. He is currently located at Neuropsychology Associates (269-375-2222) and Plainwell Counseling Center (269-685-9401 ext. 30). He is also a part-time instructor at Kalamazoo Valley Community and authored several self-help health books.
Dr. Morry Edwards, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and Senior Fellow of the Biofeedback Certification Institute of America, who has specialized in treating people with cancer, head injuries, stress related disorders and other chronic illnesses for over 40 years. He is an advocate of the holistic approach to health and wellness and encourages patients to take an active role in their treatment. He is currently located at Neuropsychology Associates (269-375-2222) and Plainwell Counseling Center (269-685-9401 ext. 30). He is also a part-time instructor at Kalamazoo Valley Community and authored several self-help health books.
I am experienced in providing Marital Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Freedom Techniques and Internal Family Systems, among others. I provide therapy for individuals (children ages 4-12, adolescents and adults), groups, families and couples.
I am experienced in providing Marital Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Freedom Techniques and Internal Family Systems, among others. I provide therapy for individuals (children ages 4-12, adolescents and adults), groups, families and couples.
Gabriel Kangas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCS
Verified Verified
Portage, MI 49002 (Online Only)
My personal theoretical foundation is not limited to one approach. I believe it is necessary for counselors to be adaptive. Every client is different and our responses and approaches should be equally diverse. One person may need a cognitive behavioral approach whereas another would be more responsive to brief counseling. This eclectic approach will be applied to all clients. Techniques will vary between clients to best meet the individual client's needs.
My personal theoretical foundation is not limited to one approach. I believe it is necessary for counselors to be adaptive. Every client is different and our responses and approaches should be equally diverse. One person may need a cognitive behavioral approach whereas another would be more responsive to brief counseling. This eclectic approach will be applied to all clients. Techniques will vary between clients to best meet the individual client's needs.
Now accepting couples for Emotionally Focused Therapy! Is it time to look within to address your needs, heal, and grow? In my practice, I work collaboratively with my clients to find the root cause of their issues. I treat my clients' holistically, making sure all their needs are addressed. I like to make sure each of my clients get what they are looking for out of counseling and that they feel heard. I work with adolescents (12 and up) and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, attachment issues, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, low self-esteem and social phobia.
Now accepting couples for Emotionally Focused Therapy! Is it time to look within to address your needs, heal, and grow? In my practice, I work collaboratively with my clients to find the root cause of their issues. I treat my clients' holistically, making sure all their needs are addressed. I like to make sure each of my clients get what they are looking for out of counseling and that they feel heard. I work with adolescents (12 and up) and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, attachment issues, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, low self-esteem and social phobia.
Gary Brookmyer-Lambert Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portage, MI 49024
Nobody knows you like you know yourself. Your past decisions weigh on you and stop you from moving forward, to a place of peace and growth. Your past does not determine your future, each day is a new opportunity to start fresh. You may doubt who you are or what you want out of life, but you are the keeper of your story and do have power over your future. Your journey to finding the best life possible begins when you decide to make the change. I consider it an honor to walk down the path of exploration with you. No journey is too big or small, I believe in honoring all of life’s moments with my clients in a nonjudgmental environment.
Nobody knows you like you know yourself. Your past decisions weigh on you and stop you from moving forward, to a place of peace and growth. Your past does not determine your future, each day is a new opportunity to start fresh. You may doubt who you are or what you want out of life, but you are the keeper of your story and do have power over your future. Your journey to finding the best life possible begins when you decide to make the change. I consider it an honor to walk down the path of exploration with you. No journey is too big or small, I believe in honoring all of life’s moments with my clients in a nonjudgmental environment.
Lucy Sternburgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma can leave us feeling disconnected from others as well as from our true selves. You may be fed up with feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from people who don't understand, or guilty over what happened to you. You may not even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. Either way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to enjoy deep relationships without the past getting in the way. You’re ready to wake up each morning with purpose. Most of all, you’re ready to move forward with a sense of empowerment and get back to feeling like yourself again.
Trauma can leave us feeling disconnected from others as well as from our true selves. You may be fed up with feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from people who don't understand, or guilty over what happened to you. You may not even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. Either way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to enjoy deep relationships without the past getting in the way. You’re ready to wake up each morning with purpose. Most of all, you’re ready to move forward with a sense of empowerment and get back to feeling like yourself again.
Kimberly Gregory MA, LMSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (Online Only)
Thank you for visiting! Seeking the help that you need can be a challenge so congratulate yourself for taking the first step. As a behavioral health provider I am happy to partner with you to achieve your goals. I view each of my clients as unique, distinct and capable of greatness. I provide a holistic approach to care, addressing the relationship between the mind, body and spiritual condition. Let's work together to achieve the best you!
Thank you for visiting! Seeking the help that you need can be a challenge so congratulate yourself for taking the first step. As a behavioral health provider I am happy to partner with you to achieve your goals. I view each of my clients as unique, distinct and capable of greatness. I provide a holistic approach to care, addressing the relationship between the mind, body and spiritual condition. Let's work together to achieve the best you!
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Lindsay McClead
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49006 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My commitment is to support you in positive changes in an accepting environment. Through a collaborative approach, you will gain insight into maladaptive patterns that may be inhibiting you from creating the life you want to live.
My commitment is to support you in positive changes in an accepting environment. Through a collaborative approach, you will gain insight into maladaptive patterns that may be inhibiting you from creating the life you want to live.
Haili Gabris is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, including social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, selective mutism, and phobias. She has also worked with depression and trauma, which often presents themselves with other disorders. Haili graduated from Western Michigan University, earning her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.
Haili Gabris is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, including social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, selective mutism, and phobias. She has also worked with depression and trauma, which often presents themselves with other disorders. Haili graduated from Western Michigan University, earning her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.
The path to a quality world can be intimidating for people. I understand how it can feel like it is one that you are on alone. My work with diverse groups: adolescents, people that identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples, and people with disabilities (PWDs) informs me of some of these challenges. My experience supporting clients in their path to wellness through anxiety, depression, trauma, disability acceptance, adoption/reunification, incarceration, personality disorders and relationship/intimacy challenges makes me confident in the progress we can achieve in counseling together.
The path to a quality world can be intimidating for people. I understand how it can feel like it is one that you are on alone. My work with diverse groups: adolescents, people that identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples, and people with disabilities (PWDs) informs me of some of these challenges. My experience supporting clients in their path to wellness through anxiety, depression, trauma, disability acceptance, adoption/reunification, incarceration, personality disorders and relationship/intimacy challenges makes me confident in the progress we can achieve in counseling together.
You are safe to be yourself here. I am a compassionate therapist committed to empowering individuals on their journey toward wellness and self-discovery. I believe in the inherent resiliency of the human spirit and am dedicated to helping you tap into your innate strengths and resources utilizing an IFS parts-work approach. I am passionate about helping individuals acknowledge the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves, and creating a foundation for overall well-being, growth, and healing.
You are safe to be yourself here. I am a compassionate therapist committed to empowering individuals on their journey toward wellness and self-discovery. I believe in the inherent resiliency of the human spirit and am dedicated to helping you tap into your innate strengths and resources utilizing an IFS parts-work approach. I am passionate about helping individuals acknowledge the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves, and creating a foundation for overall well-being, growth, and healing.
Samantha L Wheeler
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (Online Only)
Empowering you to thrive and find peace within. As a compassionate psychologist, I specialize in guiding individuals through life's challenges and helping them discover their inner strength. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth together. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by scheduling a session with me today.
Empowering you to thrive and find peace within. As a compassionate psychologist, I specialize in guiding individuals through life's challenges and helping them discover their inner strength. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth together. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by scheduling a session with me today.
Awakenings Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Our highly trained and compassionate therapists are here to help as am I. Life can quickly take a turn leaving us in shock, feeling like our future is uncertain and out of control. Seeking help processing is the first step to healing. Knowing that you are not alone as you navigate through the process brings a sense of comfort and reassurance needed in difficult times.
Our highly trained and compassionate therapists are here to help as am I. Life can quickly take a turn leaving us in shock, feeling like our future is uncertain and out of control. Seeking help processing is the first step to healing. Knowing that you are not alone as you navigate through the process brings a sense of comfort and reassurance needed in difficult times.
Life is full of twists & turns; seasons that are heavy & seasons we move through with ease. I believe we all can benefit from a listening ear & predictable support as we embrace a life of radical honesty. I count it one of my greatest joys to have the honor of holding space for others as they sit with their past, navigate their present, & dream of what their future could be. My approach is focused on strengths, & providing hope as we navigate life together. I'm passionate about meeting people with acceptance & hope; exactly where they are, however they show up in this world.
Life is full of twists & turns; seasons that are heavy & seasons we move through with ease. I believe we all can benefit from a listening ear & predictable support as we embrace a life of radical honesty. I count it one of my greatest joys to have the honor of holding space for others as they sit with their past, navigate their present, & dream of what their future could be. My approach is focused on strengths, & providing hope as we navigate life together. I'm passionate about meeting people with acceptance & hope; exactly where they are, however they show up in this world.
Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
Our desire at the Restoration Center is to meet you where you are. We have a diverse group of therapists ready to be with you on your journey. Please visit our website where you will find our providers along with their specialities.
Sam Darrow (they/them/theirs) is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC) who has earned certification from the National Board of Certified Counselors. They received their Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Michigan University. They provide counseling to individuals ages 14 and older, couples, and groups.
Sam Darrow (they/them/theirs) is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC) who has earned certification from the National Board of Certified Counselors. They received their Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Michigan University. They provide counseling to individuals ages 14 and older, couples, and groups.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.