Therapists in North Muskegon, MI
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Services of Hope
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Muskegon, MI 49445
Life can be overwhelming at times and everybody needs somebody! You do not have to handle the stress and issues of life alone. If you are feeling lost, confused, hopeless, helpless or just need some support working on some issues, you can contact me. I enjoy working with adolescence, adults, and the elderly population. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to restore, recognize, and resolve the challenges in your life. We will uncover long-standing negative behaviors/thoughts that may be holding you back from enjoying a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Life can be overwhelming at times and everybody needs somebody! You do not have to handle the stress and issues of life alone. If you are feeling lost, confused, hopeless, helpless or just need some support working on some issues, you can contact me. I enjoy working with adolescence, adults, and the elderly population. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to restore, recognize, and resolve the challenges in your life. We will uncover long-standing negative behaviors/thoughts that may be holding you back from enjoying a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Justice Project Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Muskegon, MI 49442
I utilize a variety of Short term, Solution focused, Cognitive Behavioral techniques with adults and play therapy with younger children.
I am passionate about the work that I do. I have been supporting, advocating and facilitating change with Individuals, Children and Families for over 23 years. I am a Bilingual, Spanish Speaking therapist, who believes in the strength and immense value of diversity and healthy communities. My ideal client is someone who is seeking change and willing to explore the path to get there.
I utilize a variety of Short term, Solution focused, Cognitive Behavioral techniques with adults and play therapy with younger children.
I am passionate about the work that I do. I have been supporting, advocating and facilitating change with Individuals, Children and Families for over 23 years. I am a Bilingual, Spanish Speaking therapist, who believes in the strength and immense value of diversity and healthy communities. My ideal client is someone who is seeking change and willing to explore the path to get there.
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Lynnel Brewster
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, LPC, LLMFT
Verified Verified
Norton Shores, MI 49441
Lynnel Brewster is the Clinical Director at Sanford Behavioral Health. She has worked in the health field for 24 years. She is a registered nurse as well as a licensed professional counselor. Lynnel’s years of experience include working in hospital and home settings, residential addiction treatment centers, and private practice. Lynnel also has her limited license in marriage and family therapy. In addition, sh is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Lynnel has counseled groups, families, and individuals with substance use and co-occurrng disorders. She is backed by a mulitdimentional team of clinical and medical professionals.
Lynnel Brewster is the Clinical Director at Sanford Behavioral Health. She has worked in the health field for 24 years. She is a registered nurse as well as a licensed professional counselor. Lynnel’s years of experience include working in hospital and home settings, residential addiction treatment centers, and private practice. Lynnel also has her limited license in marriage and family therapy. In addition, sh is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Lynnel has counseled groups, families, and individuals with substance use and co-occurrng disorders. She is backed by a mulitdimentional team of clinical and medical professionals.
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Are you ready to overcome past traumatic experiences and generation cycles which prevent you from flourishing? If you answered yes, let's partner together in your healing journey. Start today by contacting me at 616-537-2401.
Are you ready to overcome past traumatic experiences and generation cycles which prevent you from flourishing? If you answered yes, let's partner together in your healing journey. Start today by contacting me at 616-537-2401.
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Servicios de Esperanza, LLC- Services of Hope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, RPT-S, CCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Muskegon, MI 49440
Servicios De Esperanza/Services of Hope prides itself on having culturally diverse clinicians sensitive to individual and family needs providing non-traditional appointment times, bilingual services (in both English and Spanish) and flexible locations.
Servicios De Esperanza/Services of Hope prides itself on having culturally diverse clinicians sensitive to individual and family needs providing non-traditional appointment times, bilingual services (in both English and Spanish) and flexible locations.
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Tammie Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Muskegon, MI 49441 (Online Only)
Let’s be honest, life throws some serious curveballs. School stress. Job burnout. Family drama. Relationships. Grief. Lonliness. Anxiety. Problems that seem unsolvable. I understand what it’s like to feel stuck. You might not even know where to start. I became a therapist because I truly want to walk alongside your journey and 100% support you. In particular, I specialize in underserved communities (minorities) due to my own negative experiences receiving “help” from professionals who weren’t helpful. Shifting from frustration to empowerment, I want to be a positive light and advocate to help you build life-changing skills and hope.
Let’s be honest, life throws some serious curveballs. School stress. Job burnout. Family drama. Relationships. Grief. Lonliness. Anxiety. Problems that seem unsolvable. I understand what it’s like to feel stuck. You might not even know where to start. I became a therapist because I truly want to walk alongside your journey and 100% support you. In particular, I specialize in underserved communities (minorities) due to my own negative experiences receiving “help” from professionals who weren’t helpful. Shifting from frustration to empowerment, I want to be a positive light and advocate to help you build life-changing skills and hope.
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Let's Build Hope! I strive to create a validating, non-judgmental environment to teach you skills to manage anxiety, overwhelming emotions, improve relationships, and modify behaviors. You can develop the healthy life you desire. Humans experience emotions! Sometimes we may think there is a right way and a wrong way to feel and distress means, we are feeling the wrong way. That is a ton of pressure! Sometimes, our emotions become distressing. Sometimes we worry. Few are taught to manage emotions and anxiety effectively and distress can lead to self-blame, defeated feelings, strained relationships, self-harm, and more. I can help!
Let's Build Hope! I strive to create a validating, non-judgmental environment to teach you skills to manage anxiety, overwhelming emotions, improve relationships, and modify behaviors. You can develop the healthy life you desire. Humans experience emotions! Sometimes we may think there is a right way and a wrong way to feel and distress means, we are feeling the wrong way. That is a ton of pressure! Sometimes, our emotions become distressing. Sometimes we worry. Few are taught to manage emotions and anxiety effectively and distress can lead to self-blame, defeated feelings, strained relationships, self-harm, and more. I can help!
Online Therapists
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Erin King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48911
Waitlist for new clients
My work is heavily influenced by cognitive behavioral and ACT theories.
I began my career working with caregivers of adults living with dementia. This prepared me for moving into work with children and adults with autism and other similar diagnoses. I currently also enjoy working with school-aged children, their families, and individuals looking to do the work to make meaningful change in their life.
My work is heavily influenced by cognitive behavioral and ACT theories.
I began my career working with caregivers of adults living with dementia. This prepared me for moving into work with children and adults with autism and other similar diagnoses. I currently also enjoy working with school-aged children, their families, and individuals looking to do the work to make meaningful change in their life.
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Expert Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, CFAS, CSOTS
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48917
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
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Michelle Elizabeth Glasgow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA RPTS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
White Cloud, MI 49349
As a Registered Play Therapist, I specialize in working with children who have behavioral and/or emotional difficulties.
Hi There! Do you have a child who struggles to cope with life? Do you struggle to understand their emotions and respond appropriately? If you have a child who is struggling, please consider giving me a call. I have over 20 years experience helping parents and children connect and create harmony in the home. I want to see every parent become more confident in their abilities as a parent, and every child become more confident that their parents love them unconditionally. This is the foundation for growth and respect in a household.
As a Registered Play Therapist, I specialize in working with children who have behavioral and/or emotional difficulties.
Hi There! Do you have a child who struggles to cope with life? Do you struggle to understand their emotions and respond appropriately? If you have a child who is struggling, please consider giving me a call. I have over 20 years experience helping parents and children connect and create harmony in the home. I want to see every parent become more confident in their abilities as a parent, and every child become more confident that their parents love them unconditionally. This is the foundation for growth and respect in a household.
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Dr. Kimberly Thorpe DSW, LMSW Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (Online Only)
I use brainspotting, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and Christian therapy.
Thanks For Stopping By! Are you looking for an experienced Doctorate level clinician like me? I will create a safe space for you to step away from your everyday routines and distractions and focus on you, your family, and or your marriage. I am available to help your heart heal and assist you and or your family navigate your life journey in a healthy way. Together we can address any of the following barriers to healthy living: communication, infidelity, intimacy, financial strains, stress, anxiety, depression, blended families, and career conflicts.
I use brainspotting, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and Christian therapy.
Thanks For Stopping By! Are you looking for an experienced Doctorate level clinician like me? I will create a safe space for you to step away from your everyday routines and distractions and focus on you, your family, and or your marriage. I am available to help your heart heal and assist you and or your family navigate your life journey in a healthy way. Together we can address any of the following barriers to healthy living: communication, infidelity, intimacy, financial strains, stress, anxiety, depression, blended families, and career conflicts.
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Felecia Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Life, Coach, MSW, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Are you having a difficult time coping, with personal, family & relationship issues overwhelmed with the stress of life? Or just feel stuck? Together we can address and identify your needs while building confidence to help you grow. Humbly Changing, strive to remove the stigma of Mental/Behavior health while providing personal tools to help one navigate through life challenges. Life is a journey, let us walk together, evolve, and transform your self-worth. Remember " There is no Perfection in life, only Purpose for all."
Are you having a difficult time coping, with personal, family & relationship issues overwhelmed with the stress of life? Or just feel stuck? Together we can address and identify your needs while building confidence to help you grow. Humbly Changing, strive to remove the stigma of Mental/Behavior health while providing personal tools to help one navigate through life challenges. Life is a journey, let us walk together, evolve, and transform your self-worth. Remember " There is no Perfection in life, only Purpose for all."
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Dr. Glenda Bailey Hayden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49519 (Online Only)
Through evidence-based practices like Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Talk Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
Welcome to Hayden Therapeutic Services, LLC, where your social-emotional well-being is our priority. With over 20 years of experience as a Master's prepared Licensed Clinical Social Worker coupled with expertise in Clinical Child & Family Psychology and Christian Counseling, We offer a comprehensive approach to therapy. We provide a supportive environment for those facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, caregiver stress, and life transitions. Regardless of the obstacle – you're not alone. We are here to empower you to shift the trajectory of your life today to be the enriching and fulfilling life you desire.
Through evidence-based practices like Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Talk Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
Welcome to Hayden Therapeutic Services, LLC, where your social-emotional well-being is our priority. With over 20 years of experience as a Master's prepared Licensed Clinical Social Worker coupled with expertise in Clinical Child & Family Psychology and Christian Counseling, We offer a comprehensive approach to therapy. We provide a supportive environment for those facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, caregiver stress, and life transitions. Regardless of the obstacle – you're not alone. We are here to empower you to shift the trajectory of your life today to be the enriching and fulfilling life you desire.
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I have learned and utilized skills such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma informed therapy to help others work through hard life events and reach their highest potential.
With my own life experiences I have learned that having support can be the difference between a dark path and a bright one. I have learned that to the core people really just need support and guidance when they reach difficult times in their lives. Life is not meant to be a solo journey, it is meant to be full of connections that help elevate you to become the best possible version of yourself. I can help you along your journey as you face things such as depression, anxiety, pregnancy, postpartum depression, parenting, grief, and trauma as well as other life experiences that can hinder you along the way.
I have learned and utilized skills such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma informed therapy to help others work through hard life events and reach their highest potential.
With my own life experiences I have learned that having support can be the difference between a dark path and a bright one. I have learned that to the core people really just need support and guidance when they reach difficult times in their lives. Life is not meant to be a solo journey, it is meant to be full of connections that help elevate you to become the best possible version of yourself. I can help you along your journey as you face things such as depression, anxiety, pregnancy, postpartum depression, parenting, grief, and trauma as well as other life experiences that can hinder you along the way.
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I mainly rely on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is working on helping clients alter their patterns of thinking to help them change their behaviors.
I am thrilled to be able to offer counseling services to people that live in the West Michigan area. Although, I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with individuals and couples. If you are having difficulty with adjusting to new life circumstances, having relationship issues, or if you are a person that is living with a Mental Illness I am eager to help you work through your situation. Life is too short to face your problems alone and I am always willing to listen and help you work towards a new way to face your life's challenges.
I mainly rely on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is working on helping clients alter their patterns of thinking to help them change their behaviors.
I am thrilled to be able to offer counseling services to people that live in the West Michigan area. Although, I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents, I also enjoy working with individuals and couples. If you are having difficulty with adjusting to new life circumstances, having relationship issues, or if you are a person that is living with a Mental Illness I am eager to help you work through your situation. Life is too short to face your problems alone and I am always willing to listen and help you work towards a new way to face your life's challenges.
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Tele-therapy Online - Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. I help individuals, couples, teens, and families move forward in ways that reflect their goals. My passion as a counselor is to get at the root of the problem and focus on life-enhancing strategies. I utilize cognitive behavioral and client-centered based treatment approaches. I work with all clients with a team-based approach. I assist individuals in learning effective coping tools and stress management techniques, communication strategies and to develop support systems. My experience also includes workforce coaching and teaching.
Tele-therapy Online - Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. I help individuals, couples, teens, and families move forward in ways that reflect their goals. My passion as a counselor is to get at the root of the problem and focus on life-enhancing strategies. I utilize cognitive behavioral and client-centered based treatment approaches. I work with all clients with a team-based approach. I assist individuals in learning effective coping tools and stress management techniques, communication strategies and to develop support systems. My experience also includes workforce coaching and teaching.
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Intentionally, I cater counseling specifically to each individual and group; implementing Play Therapy, Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am committed to supporting individuals as they navigate difficulties with mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship/peer conflict, anger, behavioral issues, life transitions/life skills, gender/sexual/racial identity, self-harm and suicidal ideation. I am motivated to work alongside clients as they grapple with the intersections of their racial, gender, sexual, and spiritual identities. I am invested in clients who are willing to be uncomfortable as side effect of their lifetime journey of healing and personal growth.
Intentionally, I cater counseling specifically to each individual and group; implementing Play Therapy, Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am committed to supporting individuals as they navigate difficulties with mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship/peer conflict, anger, behavioral issues, life transitions/life skills, gender/sexual/racial identity, self-harm and suicidal ideation. I am motivated to work alongside clients as they grapple with the intersections of their racial, gender, sexual, and spiritual identities. I am invested in clients who are willing to be uncomfortable as side effect of their lifetime journey of healing and personal growth.
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Duriel Cohen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Waitlist for new clients
I am highly skilled in a diverse range of behavioral and emotional issues, and tailor my approach to your individual needs to help achieve improvement and progress.
Are you dealing with difficult life issues and need someone you can trust to help navigate through the frustrations, pain, uncertainty, and isolation that life's problems sometime bring? Do you know and believe that your present situation and circumstance isn't the end of your story but struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel? Or maybe you see the light, but struggle with how to reach the light. I want to help you not only reach the light at the end of the tunnel, but celebrate, enjoy, and experience the freedom, joy, excitement, and relief of walking in that light.
I am highly skilled in a diverse range of behavioral and emotional issues, and tailor my approach to your individual needs to help achieve improvement and progress.
Are you dealing with difficult life issues and need someone you can trust to help navigate through the frustrations, pain, uncertainty, and isolation that life's problems sometime bring? Do you know and believe that your present situation and circumstance isn't the end of your story but struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel? Or maybe you see the light, but struggle with how to reach the light. I want to help you not only reach the light at the end of the tunnel, but celebrate, enjoy, and experience the freedom, joy, excitement, and relief of walking in that light.
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Lacey Merchant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Leroy, MI 49051 (Online Only)
There are times in our lives when we need more guidance and support to navigate the obstacles in front of us. Sometimes we need a little help coming to terms with the past. I enjoy helping people to overcome their past and present struggles to live their best lives. My approach is supportive and non-judgmental. I will help you develop your goals and acheive them. My specialties include depression, anxiety, life transitions, LGTBQ+, family conflict and behavioral issues.
There are times in our lives when we need more guidance and support to navigate the obstacles in front of us. Sometimes we need a little help coming to terms with the past. I enjoy helping people to overcome their past and present struggles to live their best lives. My approach is supportive and non-judgmental. I will help you develop your goals and acheive them. My specialties include depression, anxiety, life transitions, LGTBQ+, family conflict and behavioral issues.
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Meghan Beeks Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
My passion is helping women and adolescents struggling with relationships, behavioral issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and other daily stressors.
I believe that everyone strives to do the best they can, but sometimes you just don't have the tools or motivation to get to where you want to be. I’m glad that you’re brave enough to take the first step! I’m here to help clients discover and use their strengths to navigate through life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a confidential environment where clients can process current life circumstances, explore new coping skills and meet their goals.
My passion is helping women and adolescents struggling with relationships, behavioral issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and other daily stressors.
I believe that everyone strives to do the best they can, but sometimes you just don't have the tools or motivation to get to where you want to be. I’m glad that you’re brave enough to take the first step! I’m here to help clients discover and use their strengths to navigate through life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a confidential environment where clients can process current life circumstances, explore new coping skills and meet their goals.
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Behavioral Issues Therapists
What happens in therapy for behavioral issues?
No matter the type of therapy, individuals form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is often therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Individuals learn to identify situations that are especially troublesome for them and acquire new patterns of thinking and behaving. In therapy for ADHD, one of the most common behavior issues for children, individuals learn how to improve frustration tolerance, control impulsivity, manage attentional focus, and gain skills of self-organisation.
What therapy types help with behavioral issues?
Many types of therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Perhaps best-known and most widely tested is cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT), in which individuals learn new behavioral strategies and curb reactivity to frustrating or distressing situations that trigger disruptive behaviour. Anger, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control problems are commonly addressed in CBT. Family therapy or parent management training is often helpful to reduce parent-child conflict and behavioral difficulties at home.
How long does therapy last for behavioral issues?
Among popular approaches to treating behavioral concerns, CBT is considered a short-term therapy intended to be administered in 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Parent training in behavior management, often used when the underlying cause of behavior issues is ADHD in children under 12, usually occurs in weekly sessions for 8 to 16 weeks. When behavioral issues stem from persistent aggression or defiance, therapy may last for months, and usually targets both children and their parents.
How effective is therapy for behavior issues?
Studies show that therapy for behavior issues in children is highly effective and may prevent the development of antisocial behavior later in life. Family intervention—parent management training or family therapy, both of which involve parents and children together—is considered most effective, notably for children under age 12 who persistently engage in aggressive, defiant, rule-breaking or other disruptive behavior. Whether provided alone or in combination with medication, CBT is highly effective in helping people regulate their emotions, and for people with ADHD, it addresses impulsiveness, hyperactivity and attentional focus.