Therapists in Mecosta County, MI

Your Journey is Yours to Tell. It is important to me that your voice is heard when telling your truth. I am a firm believer that you are the expert of your own life. We will work together to create a plan based on your identified needs and goals. I am not here to tell you how to move forward, but rather joining you on your journey of re-inventing and re-structuring yourself. I desire to push you out of your comfort zone yet within your safe zone. Your desire to alter your current state of mind will be the driving force through treatment.

Multicultural Counseling Solutions understands that we live live in a post modern era. Today families and relationships are not stereotypical. We are here to meet with you at where you have found yourself and to assist you in moving forward with your life or situation. We are able to provide therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults. We know each situation is unique and has it own challenges. Take that first step and call for your free initial phone consultation.

My primary modes of therapy include emotionally focused, attachment, narrative, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. I practice being mindful of each client's uniqueness and customize the therapeutic encounter based on what is needed. I know this may change weekly, and I strive to be flexible enough to follow the client while providing a solid direction for change.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker it is my goal to create a safe and accepting environment as well as a place where everyone can share their story. I use a collaborative, strengths-based approach to help with tools and insights to uncover your full potential and overcome any personal obstacles. I look forward to walking alongside you through this journey in order to come to a place of hope and healing.

Selected "2017 South Haven Best Family Therapist" and with 30+ years experience, I help clients find solutions which enrich lives and heal wounded hearts and spirits. Working as a team and using techniques and exercises, you can reach your potential and find your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. You are the director, script-writer and producer of your life. Using psychodynamic, family systems, and dream work analysis, I assist you in the process of making your life be what you want. If you do the work of therapy, you and your life will never be the same!

We all experience periods of struggle in our lives as an individual, a family, or a couple. The struggles are real, be it abuse, addiction, bullying, low self-confidence, stress, grief, illness, relationship issues, family issues. Whatever the struggle is, we do our best to overcome it but only to be left overwhelmed, exhausted, alone, and “feed up.” This is when we may need a little help from a caring professional who knows what to do. Seeking help from a professional can be difficult. I congratulate you for taking that step.

Clinically, I have worked in the Community Mental Health system and in a private practice prior to opening my own private practice. I am trained in 10+ evidenced-based practices like Cognitive Behavior therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy, used in treating PTSD, the Nurturing Parent Program (NPP), and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). My passion is to help others to live life as the best version of themselves, regardless of their age or presenting issues. I believe that each of us is just one person away from reaching that goal of a happy life, and if I can be that for you then it is a win for us both.

Whether you’re feeling the pressure of juggling multiple roles, feeling the weight of all the demands and expectations, or trying to cope with depression, anxiety, low self worth, or a mood disorder, you don’t have to walk this path alone. Talking and making sense of your experiences can help you learn and understand more about yourself and what you need moving forward. Therapy is an educational tool and a safe outlet to help you gain clarity, insight, and awareness, and can help you adopt the skills necessary to overcome obstacles and improve your mental health.

Ciara is a Limited Licensed master’s Social Worker (LLMSW) who graduated with her Master of Social Work from Wayne State University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Services with a concentration in family systems from Siena Heights University. She has made it her life's work to assist clients in harnessing their own superpowers to confront their own unique challenges head-on through a strengths-based and supportive approach.

So, let's not call it "needing" therapy. What if we just say, we're feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, conflicted, or isolated? If you're feeling any of those things, I can help. I often start treatment the 1st session, immediately following the assessment. After 6-12 sessions clients usually feel significantly better. I'd be happy to meet with you over the phone confidentially, have a brief discussion (at no charge), and see if it sounds like we would be the right client-therapist fit.

Tracy Thompson is the owner of the Family Therapy Place, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Tracy specializes in working with children and families who have discovered that life can be a tough journey. Tracy’s training and speciality is with children who have experienced developmental trauma, often due to neglect or abuse. Tracy has a strong belief and training in the experiences of attachment and works with families to rebuild and nurture attachments when they have been broken. Tracy also works with adult families that are working to manage and resolve conflict that has surfaced or created separation within the family.

I have a strong interest in marriage and family counseling as I have experienced the personal benefits it can have on the family structure. In addition, my focus is on enabling adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, decision making and relationship issues to better work through these issues; teaching them to find their own path as well as healthy cognitions and coping strategies. I use an empathetic, goal oriented and person centered approach to identifying a person's strengths and exploring how their thoughts affect their behaviors.