Relational Therapists in Niles, MI

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Carolyn Macomber
Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Niles, MI 49120
Life can be a challenge, but there really is Hope for Tomorrow. I am dedicated to walking alongside you to find hope and solutions in life's struggles, pain and relational issues. I am happy to incorporate into therapy faith-based practices, if you desire. There IS Hope For Tomorrow.
Life can be a challenge, but there really is Hope for Tomorrow. I am dedicated to walking alongside you to find hope and solutions in life's struggles, pain and relational issues. I am happy to incorporate into therapy faith-based practices, if you desire. There IS Hope For Tomorrow.
(269) 601-7404 View (269) 601-7404
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Emily Segal
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, ATR, LCPC
Verified Verified
Niles, MI 49120
Hi, I'm Emily. I am an Art Therapist and a licensed Counselor. I work within a relational-cultural framework, which is based on the idea that disconnection is a source of suffering. We live in a time where the ability to connect is at our fingertips, but many of us still struggle with feelings of anxiety, depression, and isolation. In my practice, I strive to foster meaningful and healthy connections with my clients and support them in learning new ways to move through the world. I help clients address current and past challenging life experiences, and always take into consideration each persons unique cultural background.
Hi, I'm Emily. I am an Art Therapist and a licensed Counselor. I work within a relational-cultural framework, which is based on the idea that disconnection is a source of suffering. We live in a time where the ability to connect is at our fingertips, but many of us still struggle with feelings of anxiety, depression, and isolation. In my practice, I strive to foster meaningful and healthy connections with my clients and support them in learning new ways to move through the world. I help clients address current and past challenging life experiences, and always take into consideration each persons unique cultural background.
(269) 457-5605 View (269) 457-5605
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Nora Mental Health
PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niles, MI 49120
I'm Dr. Cullen Hardy. Do you feel anxious or depressed much of the time but can't exactly figure out why? Are you experiencing a significant life change and often feel hopeless or lost? Do you or someone you know struggle with an addiction or substance use issue? I believe that we are all capable of living happy, serene and confident lives but sometimes we need a little help. I approach clients from a collaborative perspective to help promote and achieve positive change. You deserve a happier, more fulfilling life so start living the life you want to live.
I'm Dr. Cullen Hardy. Do you feel anxious or depressed much of the time but can't exactly figure out why? Are you experiencing a significant life change and often feel hopeless or lost? Do you or someone you know struggle with an addiction or substance use issue? I believe that we are all capable of living happy, serene and confident lives but sometimes we need a little help. I approach clients from a collaborative perspective to help promote and achieve positive change. You deserve a happier, more fulfilling life so start living the life you want to live.
(269) 457-5159 View (269) 457-5159
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Robin Sparks and Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Niles, MI 49120
We specialize in mind/body healing for adolescents, college students, couples and adults of all ages. Whether your pain is coming from a broken heart from a relationship ending, loss, addiction, trauma, death of a loved one, the loss of your career or income, overwhelming anxiety and depression, or a recent scary health diagnosis -we are happy to help. All pain in the body has a mind/ body connection. But not all practices have mind/ body solutions to healing. Our proven, specialized approach creates a safe space to help you feel better faster, and feel closer to the people you love.
We specialize in mind/body healing for adolescents, college students, couples and adults of all ages. Whether your pain is coming from a broken heart from a relationship ending, loss, addiction, trauma, death of a loved one, the loss of your career or income, overwhelming anxiety and depression, or a recent scary health diagnosis -we are happy to help. All pain in the body has a mind/ body connection. But not all practices have mind/ body solutions to healing. Our proven, specialized approach creates a safe space to help you feel better faster, and feel closer to the people you love.
(269) 743-2295 View (269) 743-2295
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Doctor Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, DMFT, LMFT, MSCP
Verified Verified
Niles, MI 49120
Waitlist for new clients
When you come in for services, we will work together as a team to tackle areas in your life that have been a source of distress. Despite any feelings of discouragement or hopelessness, I can help provide you with the hope that you need in order to be strengthened to address those areas of distress. My goal is to help you heal from any wounds that affect your life, and to assist you in dealing with any issues that affect how well you are able to walk through your days. Although the journey is tough, when your therapist is also your teammate, it helps to ease your burden and give you the strength to go on.
When you come in for services, we will work together as a team to tackle areas in your life that have been a source of distress. Despite any feelings of discouragement or hopelessness, I can help provide you with the hope that you need in order to be strengthened to address those areas of distress. My goal is to help you heal from any wounds that affect your life, and to assist you in dealing with any issues that affect how well you are able to walk through your days. Although the journey is tough, when your therapist is also your teammate, it helps to ease your burden and give you the strength to go on.
(269) 215-2941 View (269) 215-2941
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Kate Uitti, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Niles, MI 49120
In my practice, I am privileged to hold space and provide support through women's health and mental health experiences, including perinatal wellness (pregnancy, birth, and postpartum), attachment and relationship concerns including marital and caregiving, change and adjustment, grief and loss, and trauma.
In my practice, I am privileged to hold space and provide support through women's health and mental health experiences, including perinatal wellness (pregnancy, birth, and postpartum), attachment and relationship concerns including marital and caregiving, change and adjustment, grief and loss, and trauma.
(574) 498-7840 View (574) 498-7840
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Seasons Counseling of Michiana
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Niles, MI 49120
We are here to help with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, and other life concerns.
We are here to help with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, and other life concerns.
(574) 401-8259 View (574) 401-8259

More Therapists Nearby

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Abbee Dallek Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buchanan, MI 49107  (Online Only)
Is anxiety, depression, anger, or frustration interfering in the quality of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition in your life, or watching your teenager or spouse struggle? Are you questioning an important relationship in your life? I can help change patterns of behavior that no longer work, and help you learn more effective problem solving, coping and stress management skills. You can and will engage in life again.
Is anxiety, depression, anger, or frustration interfering in the quality of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition in your life, or watching your teenager or spouse struggle? Are you questioning an important relationship in your life? I can help change patterns of behavior that no longer work, and help you learn more effective problem solving, coping and stress management skills. You can and will engage in life again.
(574) 575-4209 View (574) 575-4209
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Hannah Cook
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LLMFT, LLPC
Verified Verified
Buchanan, MI 49107
Living in relationships with others is hard work. It’s complicated and it’s often hard to know what healthy relationships are meant to look, feel, or sound like. As a limited Marriage and Family and Professional Counselor, Hannah gets the deep complexities of human relationships and specializes in providing therapy to couples, families, and individuals. She is passionate about helping clients build stronger, healthier relationships – relationships that just work and feel better.
Living in relationships with others is hard work. It’s complicated and it’s often hard to know what healthy relationships are meant to look, feel, or sound like. As a limited Marriage and Family and Professional Counselor, Hannah gets the deep complexities of human relationships and specializes in providing therapy to couples, families, and individuals. She is passionate about helping clients build stronger, healthier relationships – relationships that just work and feel better.
(269) 205-3565 View (269) 205-3565
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Christiana Oliveira
Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
The decision to work with a therapist can seem overwhelming. I strive to create a collaborative environment to deal with past issues, current stressors, and to help you outline your future goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, or other concerns, I provide a trusting relationship, in a judgement free atmosphere, to promote health and wellbeing.
The decision to work with a therapist can seem overwhelming. I strive to create a collaborative environment to deal with past issues, current stressors, and to help you outline your future goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, or other concerns, I provide a trusting relationship, in a judgement free atmosphere, to promote health and wellbeing.
(269) 409-5521 View (269) 409-5521
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Patricia Dorsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Buchanan, MI 49107
Not accepting new clients
During my thirty five years of practice, I have gained experience and insight into helping clients. I provide counseling and psychotherapy services in a confidential and professional setting for couples and individuals. My practice focus is on couples therapy and relationship issues. I also work with individuals in the treatment of anxiety, depression and parenting.
During my thirty five years of practice, I have gained experience and insight into helping clients. I provide counseling and psychotherapy services in a confidential and professional setting for couples and individuals. My practice focus is on couples therapy and relationship issues. I also work with individuals in the treatment of anxiety, depression and parenting.
(269) 462-6525 View (269) 462-6525

Online Therapists

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Sherice Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Sherice, Walker, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
My approach is relational and informed by various clinical perspectives emphasizing self-compassion and strengths.
We are living in a changing world, often creating stress, anxiety, hopelessness, and grief. My role is to walk alongside you to provide support and perspective, not to tell you how to lead your life, but to listen and understand the changes you want for yourself.
My approach is relational and informed by various clinical perspectives emphasizing self-compassion and strengths.
We are living in a changing world, often creating stress, anxiety, hopelessness, and grief. My role is to walk alongside you to provide support and perspective, not to tell you how to lead your life, but to listen and understand the changes you want for yourself.
(269) 557-0442 View (269) 557-0442
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Tess Hoekstra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Using a person-centered, cognitive behavioral, and integrative approach, I work with individuals battling anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, healing from abuse, relational issues, body image issues, life transitions and adjustments, guilt, shame and much more.
I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is the most important thing when starting therapy. I work diligently to provide a safe and comfortable space for my clients. It is important to me that my clients experience an atmosphere of trust and empathy in building the therapeutic alliance. Through deep processing, my hope is that the unconscious may come forward and bring new realizations to help in growth, healing, and understanding while navigating your life circumstances. I believe that growth comes in the uncomfortable circumstances that we face in life.
Using a person-centered, cognitive behavioral, and integrative approach, I work with individuals battling anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, healing from abuse, relational issues, body image issues, life transitions and adjustments, guilt, shame and much more.
I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is the most important thing when starting therapy. I work diligently to provide a safe and comfortable space for my clients. It is important to me that my clients experience an atmosphere of trust and empathy in building the therapeutic alliance. Through deep processing, my hope is that the unconscious may come forward and bring new realizations to help in growth, healing, and understanding while navigating your life circumstances. I believe that growth comes in the uncomfortable circumstances that we face in life.
(616) 816-5545 View (616) 816-5545
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Jacob Moon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LLPC, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I use a combination of Experiential and Relational therapy, as well as EMDR among other modalities.
You are worthy of the support and healing you seek, and I am here to walk with you on that journey. With a focus on trauma recovery, my mission is to help you rediscover your inner strength, resilience, and confidence—both inside and outside our sessions. Whether you're facing trauma (including C-PTSD), anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles, I am committed to helping you take back control, find clarity, and feel empowered in your life once again
I use a combination of Experiential and Relational therapy, as well as EMDR among other modalities.
You are worthy of the support and healing you seek, and I am here to walk with you on that journey. With a focus on trauma recovery, my mission is to help you rediscover your inner strength, resilience, and confidence—both inside and outside our sessions. Whether you're facing trauma (including C-PTSD), anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles, I am committed to helping you take back control, find clarity, and feel empowered in your life once again
(616) 201-1306 View (616) 201-1306
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Kelly Powers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
I utilize an integrated approach that melds narrative, relational, and trauma-informed.
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”― Maya Angelou. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I will work with you to explore your story so you may gain insight, healing, and growth towards authentic wholeness.
I utilize an integrated approach that melds narrative, relational, and trauma-informed.
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”― Maya Angelou. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I will work with you to explore your story so you may gain insight, healing, and growth towards authentic wholeness.
(616) 449-3273 x733 View (616) 449-3273 x733
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Steven G Hamming
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I work best with anxiety, depression, and relational issues.
"My style is warm, genuine and supportive. I am an interactive therapist and will work with you to discover and honor your inner strengths. I am supportive and listen to assist you to find solutions for new life directions, I believe strongly in the client/ therapist relationship."
I work best with anxiety, depression, and relational issues.
"My style is warm, genuine and supportive. I am an interactive therapist and will work with you to discover and honor your inner strengths. I am supportive and listen to assist you to find solutions for new life directions, I believe strongly in the client/ therapist relationship."
(616) 818-0477 View (616) 818-0477
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Mark Douglas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
I specialize in mood and personality disorders, using a relational style as the foundation of my practice and implementing DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic principles.
Welcome to the start of your mental health journey! I view it as one of my life's greatest privileges to witness a variety of human experiences and to hold a space for self-acceptance to grow.
I specialize in mood and personality disorders, using a relational style as the foundation of my practice and implementing DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic principles.
Welcome to the start of your mental health journey! I view it as one of my life's greatest privileges to witness a variety of human experiences and to hold a space for self-acceptance to grow.
(616) 421-9791 View (616) 421-9791
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Katrina Basel
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TMLP
Verified Verified
Wyoming, MI 49509
I enjoy using relational and trauma-informed practices due to their focus on psychoeducation and coping skills, as well as processing personal history, attachment style, cultural and societal impacts, and more.
I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, and interpersonal issues. Building strong and shame-free relationships with clients is a priority in my personal practice. The vulnerability felt in therapy can be intimidating, so I value using connection as a tool of support. I've seen that creating connections rooted in mutual empathy and authenticity has helped my clients feel safe and supported, especially in times of deep vulnerability. Through a trauma-informed lens I also try to meet clients where they're at, following their desired pace and direction of growth.
I enjoy using relational and trauma-informed practices due to their focus on psychoeducation and coping skills, as well as processing personal history, attachment style, cultural and societal impacts, and more.
I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, and interpersonal issues. Building strong and shame-free relationships with clients is a priority in my personal practice. The vulnerability felt in therapy can be intimidating, so I value using connection as a tool of support. I've seen that creating connections rooted in mutual empathy and authenticity has helped my clients feel safe and supported, especially in times of deep vulnerability. Through a trauma-informed lens I also try to meet clients where they're at, following their desired pace and direction of growth.
(269) 459-1818 View (269) 459-1818
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Bethany Christian Services - Grand Rapids
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Are you or your family going through a difficult time? Maybe you are experiencing relational challenges, feeling anxious or depressed, struggling to make sense of traumatic experiences, or worrying about your child's emotional or social functioning. At Bethany, we have an expert team of trauma-informed, culturally responsive counseling and psychiatric professionals who will walk alongside you in the pursuit of personal and relational wellbeing. As a community rooted in hope, our clinicians create an inclusive space that is open to all. No matter what you are facing, we are here to help.
Are you or your family going through a difficult time? Maybe you are experiencing relational challenges, feeling anxious or depressed, struggling to make sense of traumatic experiences, or worrying about your child's emotional or social functioning. At Bethany, we have an expert team of trauma-informed, culturally responsive counseling and psychiatric professionals who will walk alongside you in the pursuit of personal and relational wellbeing. As a community rooted in hope, our clinicians create an inclusive space that is open to all. No matter what you are facing, we are here to help.
(616) 523-3525 View (616) 523-3525
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Alliance Counseling Group and Prescribing
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Wyoming, MI 49418
Are you looking for BOTH high quality counseling AND mental health prescribing all-in-one? Alliance Counseling Group is the place for you! We have a team of friendly and highly skilled therapists who can meet your mental, emotional, relational, and behavioral health needs. We also have a mental health prescriber who can talk with you to understand if the addition of medication is the right fit for you. Our team of therapists and prescribers will work closely in collaboration to best manage your treatment, giving you the support you need to have the best chance of achieving your mental health goals.
Are you looking for BOTH high quality counseling AND mental health prescribing all-in-one? Alliance Counseling Group is the place for you! We have a team of friendly and highly skilled therapists who can meet your mental, emotional, relational, and behavioral health needs. We also have a mental health prescriber who can talk with you to understand if the addition of medication is the right fit for you. Our team of therapists and prescribers will work closely in collaboration to best manage your treatment, giving you the support you need to have the best chance of achieving your mental health goals.
(616) 918-3110 View (616) 918-3110

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Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.