Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI

Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you are searching for a new therapist; I am grateful you have taken this first step of reaching out for support. I believe through building respect; trust; and the safety of a non-judgmental environment; we can work together toward achieving your goals. Whether you are going through a difficult time or just need someone to lend a listening ear; together we can take on these life transitions. I strive to assist clients in gaining a deeper insight into challenging and changing their thought processes. I look forward to exploring this journey with you.

Hi; My name is Dr. Kimberli Barnes. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 18 years of experience providing counseling to teens; young adults; couples; and families. I have a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a doctorate degree in Professional Counseling. Counseling can be the most freeing experience you'll ever have. I look forward to helping you on your journey to healing and happiness. I believe that people are the experts of their own experiences and; by working together; you'll be able to create a new understanding of those experiences to promote growth and change.

Greetings;My name is Marcia Bartee; and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Whether you're struggling with work; school; relationships; family; or behavioral challenges I am here to work with you. I am here to walk alongside and empower you and discover your strengths throughout our therapy sessions. I utilize an open; non-judgmental approach to treatment and believe everyone has the ability to make a difference.

I am licensed with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety; depression; coping with grief and loss; motivation; self-esteem; and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I commend you on taking a courageous step toward creating the life you want to live. My focus is on helping clients achieve satisfying relationships and greater joy in their lives regardless of what their experiences may have been in the past. It is of utmost importance to me that you feel valued and respected as an individual as you pursue your goals. Together we will find the path and methods that work best and are most comfortable for you.

Dr. Nikole Benders-Hadi is a board-certified adult psychiatrist who passionately believes access to mental health treatment should be available to everyone. She completed her undergraduate education at Johns Hopkins University; followed by medical school and residency training at New York University School of Medicine. She then completed a fellowship in Public Psychiatry at Columbia University. Her approach to treatment is patient-centered and recovery-focused; dedicated to reducing mental health stigma and providing treatment that helps patients maintain the quality of life they deserve.

I am a psychotherapist; neurotherapist; and behavioral scientist. Therefore; I have available curative therapies to work with. As both a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)< National Certified Counselor; and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) I aim to assist my clients in working through issues that negatively affect their daily lives. I use integrative approaches to therapy (i.e.; mindfulness; relaxation; etc.). I am here to support; empower; and work with you.

I am excited that you are seeking support and change! I have been working with families; women; teens and children for twenty years. I particularly work with those who are experiencing depression; anxiety and chronic pain. I focus on concrete tools; coping skills; and thinking; feeling and action patterns to support resolving symptoms. I also utilize the Talkspace platform to support people in processing traumatic memories and the links between their personal history and present functioning. I regularly provide EMDR therapy in video sessions. I would be honored to partner with you.

Welcome; I would like to thank you for taking this big step and reaching out to get help with your issues or situations. I am a licensed social worker. I have a PhD in organizational psychology. I’ve been a therapist for over 29 years with a lot of experience working with children; the elderly population; the foster care system; LGBTQIA; and the disabled population. I am approachable; empathetic; compassionate; fair; equitable; and a good listener. I want my clients to feel like they can share anything with me. I want them to feel welcome; accepted; understood; and judgment-free.

I’ve been a therapist since 95’ in various capacities with different ages and positions. Also; had my own agency in which I specialize in individual and couples counseling. My approach is client centered. Utilizing reality based strategies. Promoting; empowering and strengthening people to be able to focus and achieve their life’s pursuits. This is accomplished with connectedness; exploration; and maintaining focus. My style is to disarm with support; empathy and direction. I also; utilize CBT; cognitive behavioral therapy. Finding out where a client is to assist them to get to where they want to be. Let’s chat!