Marriage Counseling Therapists in West Branch, MI

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Susan White
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LLMFT, MA, MS
Verified Verified
West Branch, MI 48661  (Online Only)
I am a marriage and family therapist specializing in Individuals, Couples, and Families.
I have several years of experience working with mental and behavioral health. I have helped individuals and couples recover from trauma related to physical, sexual, verbal, and emotional abuse. Trauma can manifest itself in several ways, including relationship and professional issues, allowing the inability to live in peace and harmony. It can also manifest body image, self-sabotage, and a lack of self-confidence. I use Brain Spotting (BSP), Collaborative, and Structural Therapy. Life, financial and other coaching is available from Ramona R Durso, EdD., MBA.
I am a marriage and family therapist specializing in Individuals, Couples, and Families.
I have several years of experience working with mental and behavioral health. I have helped individuals and couples recover from trauma related to physical, sexual, verbal, and emotional abuse. Trauma can manifest itself in several ways, including relationship and professional issues, allowing the inability to live in peace and harmony. It can also manifest body image, self-sabotage, and a lack of self-confidence. I use Brain Spotting (BSP), Collaborative, and Structural Therapy. Life, financial and other coaching is available from Ramona R Durso, EdD., MBA.
(989) 656-8028 View (989) 656-8028
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Partners in Change Psychological & Comm Svcs PLC
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LMSW, LPC
Verified Verified
West Branch, MI 48661
Welcoming new clients! Partners in Change provides individual, couples, family, and group therapies to all ages. This team of therapists provide state-of-the-art treatment for a variety of concerns including anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, anger management issues, substance abuse, trauma/PTSD, eating disorders, pain services, perinatal/postnatal concerns, as well as marital and familial difficulties, and challenges experienced by emergency responders and public safety officers. Psychological assessments and psychiatric care for a variety of purposes are also available.
Welcoming new clients! Partners in Change provides individual, couples, family, and group therapies to all ages. This team of therapists provide state-of-the-art treatment for a variety of concerns including anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, anger management issues, substance abuse, trauma/PTSD, eating disorders, pain services, perinatal/postnatal concerns, as well as marital and familial difficulties, and challenges experienced by emergency responders and public safety officers. Psychological assessments and psychiatric care for a variety of purposes are also available.
(989) 884-0740 View (989) 884-0740
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Lifesteps Counseling & Consulting PLLC
Counselor, MA, LPC, ba, fle
Verified Verified
West Branch, MI 48661
I am dedicated to the healing and growth processes of individual and family lives. I take a creative, personal strengths approach to this process. This means; I believe that you have the ability to take the steps of exploration and growth that is needed to allow you to more closely live the life that you desire. This process if often difficult and sometimes painful to take alone. I am here to help make those steps easier and help lead the way when you are unsure of which steps to take, or which order to take them.
I am dedicated to the healing and growth processes of individual and family lives. I take a creative, personal strengths approach to this process. This means; I believe that you have the ability to take the steps of exploration and growth that is needed to allow you to more closely live the life that you desire. This process if often difficult and sometimes painful to take alone. I am here to help make those steps easier and help lead the way when you are unsure of which steps to take, or which order to take them.
(989) 863-4387 View (989) 863-4387
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Kristine Goodroe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Branch, MI 48661
Accepting new clients today!
Accepting new clients today!
(989) 312-1800 View (989) 312-1800
Sharol A Dantzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Branch, MI 48661
It is my belief that change happens through relationships and we all have the ability to heal from emotional, mental, physical and spiritual pain with the right support. My focus will be on promoting resilience and hope in the body's natural ability to heal and grow. I appreciate that therapy is difficult at times and respect that each individual has the right and responsibility to set their own personal goals and their pace of change within a safe and supportive environment. I have training in natural health/alternative healing as well as extensive trauma therapy training and experience.
It is my belief that change happens through relationships and we all have the ability to heal from emotional, mental, physical and spiritual pain with the right support. My focus will be on promoting resilience and hope in the body's natural ability to heal and grow. I appreciate that therapy is difficult at times and respect that each individual has the right and responsibility to set their own personal goals and their pace of change within a safe and supportive environment. I have training in natural health/alternative healing as well as extensive trauma therapy training and experience.
(989) 312-8684 View (989) 312-8684
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Open Window Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Branch, MI 48661
Many of my clients face difficulties with negative self-talk, challenging thoughts, and relationships. As a professional, it gives me immense satisfaction to guide adults towards new responses to tough thoughts, and help them improve their mood, self-esteem, and interpersonal connections. I am passionate about assisting adults in enhancing their relationships by teaching them how to establish and maintain healthy boundaries, reduce the tendency to please others, and foster more assertive and effective communication.
Many of my clients face difficulties with negative self-talk, challenging thoughts, and relationships. As a professional, it gives me immense satisfaction to guide adults towards new responses to tough thoughts, and help them improve their mood, self-esteem, and interpersonal connections. I am passionate about assisting adults in enhancing their relationships by teaching them how to establish and maintain healthy boundaries, reduce the tendency to please others, and foster more assertive and effective communication.
(989) 653-6671 View (989) 653-6671
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Timothy Paul Bronson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Branch, MI 48661
Monday - Friday 1-9pm by appointment. I enjoy working with a variety of clientele. I have experience working with those who have issues with depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues, symptoms of bipolar disorder, those who self-harm and issues with addiction. I do see clients who are required court ordered anger management and domestic violence counseling. I am a combat vet (Army) so I am comfortable working with other veterans. If you have been suffering with mental health issues, come see me, I am ready to help.
Monday - Friday 1-9pm by appointment. I enjoy working with a variety of clientele. I have experience working with those who have issues with depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues, symptoms of bipolar disorder, those who self-harm and issues with addiction. I do see clients who are required court ordered anger management and domestic violence counseling. I am a combat vet (Army) so I am comfortable working with other veterans. If you have been suffering with mental health issues, come see me, I am ready to help.
(810) 479-5074 View (810) 479-5074
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Flourish Counseling Services llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Branch, MI 48661
There are many reasons that people seek behavioral health services. I will work with you to provide an assessment of your needs, to set goals to assist in your healing and personal growth, and be available to walk with you through you or your child's healing journey.
There are many reasons that people seek behavioral health services. I will work with you to provide an assessment of your needs, to set goals to assist in your healing and personal growth, and be available to walk with you through you or your child's healing journey.
(989) 693-3495 View (989) 693-3495
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Samantha Schalk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
West Branch, MI 48661
I have been a therapist for over 15 years. Before opening my own practice, I had the opportunity to work as a supervisor at a busy mental health and substance treatment facility. Wanting to focus on the clients and get back to what I love about providing treatment, I decided to pursue private practice. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma issues, grief issues, and relationship problems.
I have been a therapist for over 15 years. Before opening my own practice, I had the opportunity to work as a supervisor at a busy mental health and substance treatment facility. Wanting to focus on the clients and get back to what I love about providing treatment, I decided to pursue private practice. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma issues, grief issues, and relationship problems.
(989) 785-9387 View (989) 785-9387
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Tamara Parsons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Branch, MI 48661
I have been providing counseling and supervision services in the Mid-Michigan area for 20 years. I am trained in all areas of professional counseling, including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, life changes, and relationships. I use professional and evidence based techniques, and strive to help clients find meaning in their lives, with no judgement about how they get there. In an atmosphere of grace, clients are able to identify what they need to feel whole. I have special training in Christian Counseling for those who wish to apply Biblical principles to their life choices and desire to change unwanted behavior.
I have been providing counseling and supervision services in the Mid-Michigan area for 20 years. I am trained in all areas of professional counseling, including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, life changes, and relationships. I use professional and evidence based techniques, and strive to help clients find meaning in their lives, with no judgement about how they get there. In an atmosphere of grace, clients are able to identify what they need to feel whole. I have special training in Christian Counseling for those who wish to apply Biblical principles to their life choices and desire to change unwanted behavior.
(989) 436-0218 View (989) 436-0218

Online Therapists

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H Jeff Fulton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Greenville, MI 48838  (Online Only)
ideal client struggles with anger, trauma, relationship/marital issues and families in conflict or needing help with child behavioral issues. Also adult & children survivor's of sexual abuse and domestic violence issues.
ideal client struggles with anger, trauma, relationship/marital issues and families in conflict or needing help with child behavioral issues. Also adult & children survivor's of sexual abuse and domestic violence issues.
(810) 425-8472 View (810) 425-8472
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Jeffrey D Goodwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
I'm well-acquainted with the pressure life can put on you, your marriage, and your family.
I love helping adolescents and their families! Sounds strange I know, but it's true. I provide a listening ear and create a non-judgmental space for youth ages 11-24 to talk about life, love, friendship, and the challenges associated with transitioning into adulthood. I also work with struggling adults, couples and stressed families, and help individuals deal with things like depression and anxiety. Life puts lots of pressure on individuals, marriages, parents, and families, and I'd love to help you find ways to cope with the pressure and go from surviving to thriving!
I'm well-acquainted with the pressure life can put on you, your marriage, and your family.
I love helping adolescents and their families! Sounds strange I know, but it's true. I provide a listening ear and create a non-judgmental space for youth ages 11-24 to talk about life, love, friendship, and the challenges associated with transitioning into adulthood. I also work with struggling adults, couples and stressed families, and help individuals deal with things like depression and anxiety. Life puts lots of pressure on individuals, marriages, parents, and families, and I'd love to help you find ways to cope with the pressure and go from surviving to thriving!
(231) 622-4339 View (231) 622-4339
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Laurel A. Sills, Psy.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Gaylord, MI 49735
Overcome sadness, panic, anxiety, couple's/ marital conflict, infidelity, infertility, loss, medical problems, grief, coming out, self-sabotage, lack of confidence and.
Do you want to get well and stay well? I will assess and treat your problems using an integrative, multi-systems approach tailored to your issues (past and present) with short-term dynamic, cognitive-behavioral, spiritual, EMDR & relaxation therapy. I'll help you overcome your fears, negative beliefs to heal yourself and your relationships in short-term therapy with lasting results . Build your self-trust, confidence, assertiveness and find joy. Stop suffering. Couples, singles, straight/LBGTQ. Please CALL vs. email for more specific information about my training, your needs, insurances accepted and to make appointment.
Overcome sadness, panic, anxiety, couple's/ marital conflict, infidelity, infertility, loss, medical problems, grief, coming out, self-sabotage, lack of confidence and.
Do you want to get well and stay well? I will assess and treat your problems using an integrative, multi-systems approach tailored to your issues (past and present) with short-term dynamic, cognitive-behavioral, spiritual, EMDR & relaxation therapy. I'll help you overcome your fears, negative beliefs to heal yourself and your relationships in short-term therapy with lasting results . Build your self-trust, confidence, assertiveness and find joy. Stop suffering. Couples, singles, straight/LBGTQ. Please CALL vs. email for more specific information about my training, your needs, insurances accepted and to make appointment.
(248) 581-4906 View (248) 581-4906
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Edythe A. Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
Flint, MI 48502
Waitlist for new clients
I am Edythe Brown, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Are you feeling as if preexisting relationship or mental issues have recently intensified? Have the recent changes put more strain on your relationship with your spouse, partner, or child? Could you use additional emotional support to help you get through these difficulties? Do you need assistance finding ways to cope with the uncertainty being experienced in society? Do you need a safe environment where you can freely speak your mind and not receive judgment? If yes is the answer to any of these questions, there is help available!
I am Edythe Brown, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Are you feeling as if preexisting relationship or mental issues have recently intensified? Have the recent changes put more strain on your relationship with your spouse, partner, or child? Could you use additional emotional support to help you get through these difficulties? Do you need assistance finding ways to cope with the uncertainty being experienced in society? Do you need a safe environment where you can freely speak your mind and not receive judgment? If yes is the answer to any of these questions, there is help available!
(248) 218-9815 View (248) 218-9815
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Trudy Willadson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Greenville, MI 48838
I provide Individual, Marriage, and Family Counseling.
Do you feel overwhelmed, under pressure, stressed out? Do you feel like you keep getting knocked down regardless of how hard you try? Has stress from family, work, friends, or life events made you feel like you are being hit from all directions without defense? Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed, there is help available for you. You have taken the first step to change... seeking help.
I provide Individual, Marriage, and Family Counseling.
Do you feel overwhelmed, under pressure, stressed out? Do you feel like you keep getting knocked down regardless of how hard you try? Has stress from family, work, friends, or life events made you feel like you are being hit from all directions without defense? Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed, there is help available for you. You have taken the first step to change... seeking help.
(616) 208-5188 View (616) 208-5188
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Amanda M Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alma, MI 48801
I also works with couples and parents to assist with marital and parenting concerns.
I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults. Using CBT as a foundation along with a variety of techniques I can help you face life's challenges. I will work to empower you in finding the path that can lead you to a more fulfilling life and engage you in your journey towards meaningful and lasting change.
I also works with couples and parents to assist with marital and parenting concerns.
I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults. Using CBT as a foundation along with a variety of techniques I can help you face life's challenges. I will work to empower you in finding the path that can lead you to a more fulfilling life and engage you in your journey towards meaningful and lasting change.
(989) 796-4555 View (989) 796-4555
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Jessica Coles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
Are you a person or couple whose life looks “good” from the outside, and yet it still feels like something is missing? You’ve accomplished a lot in life, but don’t feel the sense of fulfillment you expected. A big life change—maybe a breakup, new job, new marriage, change in family dynamic, or move—has highlighted the fact that you’re still not as happy or content as you want to be. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences, and you’re ready to change your “default setting” and start creating new patterns.
Are you a person or couple whose life looks “good” from the outside, and yet it still feels like something is missing? You’ve accomplished a lot in life, but don’t feel the sense of fulfillment you expected. A big life change—maybe a breakup, new job, new marriage, change in family dynamic, or move—has highlighted the fact that you’re still not as happy or content as you want to be. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences, and you’re ready to change your “default setting” and start creating new patterns.
(231) 262-5709 View (231) 262-5709
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Ken Alan VanElslander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Northport, MI 49670
Today I believe my life experiences, business, education, recovery and over 44 years of marriage have prepared me to serve others in life.
Hello, I am a certified, licensed Counselor in the State of Michigan. My specialty is Addiction Counseling and I assist my clients for all Brain wellness including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, life coaching, spirituality, trauma and Mindfulness. I'm formerly the Director of Brighton Center for Recovery(Brighton Hospital) and have been in private practice since 2014. Brain health is so important to our outlook on life. During our lifetime we come up against life issues which can be overwhelming. Like yearly physicals we have from our physician checking in on our brain well-being is just as important. Be well and just Be!
Today I believe my life experiences, business, education, recovery and over 44 years of marriage have prepared me to serve others in life.
Hello, I am a certified, licensed Counselor in the State of Michigan. My specialty is Addiction Counseling and I assist my clients for all Brain wellness including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, life coaching, spirituality, trauma and Mindfulness. I'm formerly the Director of Brighton Center for Recovery(Brighton Hospital) and have been in private practice since 2014. Brain health is so important to our outlook on life. During our lifetime we come up against life issues which can be overwhelming. Like yearly physicals we have from our physician checking in on our brain well-being is just as important. Be well and just Be!
(313) 908-5160 View (313) 908-5160
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M. Teri Daunter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Petoskey, MI 49770
I am licensed both as a Clinical Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist. I also have a Ph.D. in Quantum Advanced Medicine. I do therapy with individuals for depression, anxiety and many other life issues. I work with couples and families through Marriage and Family Therapy which is my specialty area. Furthermore, attending to the grief and loss through a divorce is also an important component of family work. Therapy with adolescents and children, sexual and alcohol addictions are critical components of my practice today. Clients come to me because of my strong emphasis on natural treatment consultations when possible.
I am licensed both as a Clinical Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist. I also have a Ph.D. in Quantum Advanced Medicine. I do therapy with individuals for depression, anxiety and many other life issues. I work with couples and families through Marriage and Family Therapy which is my specialty area. Furthermore, attending to the grief and loss through a divorce is also an important component of family work. Therapy with adolescents and children, sexual and alcohol addictions are critical components of my practice today. Clients come to me because of my strong emphasis on natural treatment consultations when possible.
(231) 347-7665 View (231) 347-7665
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Daniel J Kachman
Psychologist, Ed D
Verified Verified
Lapeer, MI 48446  (Online Only)
Hello. I am Dr. Daniel Kachman. I am a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of MI. I have practiced in Lapeer for over 35 years as an outpatient, private practice Psychologist but I am now practicing exclusively through telemedicine. I accept almost all insurances. Throughout my career, I have practiced using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence based approach, that increases awareness of our thinking in order to overcome self-defeating thoughts, emotions (depression, anger and anxiety) and behaviors (social anxiety, addictions, etc.).
Hello. I am Dr. Daniel Kachman. I am a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of MI. I have practiced in Lapeer for over 35 years as an outpatient, private practice Psychologist but I am now practicing exclusively through telemedicine. I accept almost all insurances. Throughout my career, I have practiced using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence based approach, that increases awareness of our thinking in order to overcome self-defeating thoughts, emotions (depression, anger and anxiety) and behaviors (social anxiety, addictions, etc.).
(810) 277-9358 View (810) 277-9358

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.