Anxiety Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
Restore Therapy Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, EMDR, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
4/3/24 Updated Availability: Accepting New Clients! Telehealth & In-person. We work with couples, adults and teen clients in Michigan who feel that things are out of control. We know how difficult it can be to ask for help and try to instill hope and specific, creative strategies for change in a relaxed environment. Our therapists at Restore Therapy Collective help develop goals and sort out thoughts and challenges that get in the way.
4/3/24 Updated Availability: Accepting New Clients! Telehealth & In-person. We work with couples, adults and teen clients in Michigan who feel that things are out of control. We know how difficult it can be to ask for help and try to instill hope and specific, creative strategies for change in a relaxed environment. Our therapists at Restore Therapy Collective help develop goals and sort out thoughts and challenges that get in the way.
Jessica Erin Holtvluwer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
I have served clients with many types of emotional struggles, including but not limited to; anxiety, low self-esteem and self-worth, depression and self-harm, mood disorders, as well as family and school issues.
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.
I have served clients with many types of emotional struggles, including but not limited to; anxiety, low self-esteem and self-worth, depression and self-harm, mood disorders, as well as family and school issues.
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.
Melissa Wichterman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Not accepting new clients
Do you struggle with self-confidence or feel discouraged? Do you get anxious and wonder why? Are you struggling in your closest relationships? Have you experienced painful events that you cannot seem to work through? If the answer is yes to any of these questions you may benefit from the process of counseling and EMDR. You do not have to walk this journey alone!
Do you struggle with self-confidence or feel discouraged? Do you get anxious and wonder why? Are you struggling in your closest relationships? Have you experienced painful events that you cannot seem to work through? If the answer is yes to any of these questions you may benefit from the process of counseling and EMDR. You do not have to walk this journey alone!
Dr. Karen Groth
Limited Licensed Psychologist, EdD, LLP, CCFC, CCSOTS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
Life can be hard sometimes. Have you found yourself asking "How did I get here?" If your relationships are in trouble or you've found yourself involved in the legal system, it can be overwhelming. I can help. I offer individual, couples, and group therapy for individuals with relationship issues, infidelity, legal involvement, sexual behavior problems, and addictions. I also conduct psychological and forensic assessments, where we can dive deeper into your psychological functioning. I'd love to chat about how I can help.
Life can be hard sometimes. Have you found yourself asking "How did I get here?" If your relationships are in trouble or you've found yourself involved in the legal system, it can be overwhelming. I can help. I offer individual, couples, and group therapy for individuals with relationship issues, infidelity, legal involvement, sexual behavior problems, and addictions. I also conduct psychological and forensic assessments, where we can dive deeper into your psychological functioning. I'd love to chat about how I can help.
Darlene K. Pedersen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (Online Only)
Are you tired, stressed out, and and in need of change in your life? Therapy can create such change- change in the way you think, react, and behave in difficult situations. The relationship between client and therapist can provide the basis for positive change. It is imperative that the client feels safe in an environment where empathy, freedom to explore, and mutual respect abound. My goal is to provide each individual/couple the opportunity to make those changes. Working together, we will confront the issues preventing you from experiencing a more joyful life.
Are you tired, stressed out, and and in need of change in your life? Therapy can create such change- change in the way you think, react, and behave in difficult situations. The relationship between client and therapist can provide the basis for positive change. It is imperative that the client feels safe in an environment where empathy, freedom to explore, and mutual respect abound. My goal is to provide each individual/couple the opportunity to make those changes. Working together, we will confront the issues preventing you from experiencing a more joyful life.
Gabrielle (Bee) Henriksen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Here's to you for making the first step in your healing process - that is no small feat! No matter where you are in your journey, I can provide you with the support you need to honor your emotions, understand and value your various identities, and rewrite your story to center joy, rest, and compassion. I am an out, proud, and unapologetically queer woman whose primary goal is to provide a collaborative, warm, and brave/r space for you to heal your authentic self. My foundation is built on trauma-informed and compassion-focused interventions, with an emphasis on systems’ impact on our wellbeing.
Here's to you for making the first step in your healing process - that is no small feat! No matter where you are in your journey, I can provide you with the support you need to honor your emotions, understand and value your various identities, and rewrite your story to center joy, rest, and compassion. I am an out, proud, and unapologetically queer woman whose primary goal is to provide a collaborative, warm, and brave/r space for you to heal your authentic self. My foundation is built on trauma-informed and compassion-focused interventions, with an emphasis on systems’ impact on our wellbeing.
Virginia Martinez
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, CTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (Online Only)
As a Counseling Psychologist and Certified Trauma Professional, my practice centers on facilitating the transformative journey of healing. I collaborate with clients to co-create a therapeutic environment conducive to exploring and addressing their unique challenges. Utilizing a psychodynamic framework within an integrative approach, I provide a non-judgmental space where clients can navigate issues such as disordered eating, body image concerns, post-traumatic stress, trauma healing, anxiety, and depression.
As a Counseling Psychologist and Certified Trauma Professional, my practice centers on facilitating the transformative journey of healing. I collaborate with clients to co-create a therapeutic environment conducive to exploring and addressing their unique challenges. Utilizing a psychodynamic framework within an integrative approach, I provide a non-judgmental space where clients can navigate issues such as disordered eating, body image concerns, post-traumatic stress, trauma healing, anxiety, and depression.
Sara Krahel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49502
Are you wrestling with how your life is impacted by your own disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity? Are you a parent struggling how to navigate the world when you have a child who has a disability or is figuring out their own identity when it comes to potentially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community? These are questions and worries that are difficult to navigate on your own. It is helpful to have an unbiased person to turn to so you can process and understand how your intersectional identities can impact your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Are you wrestling with how your life is impacted by your own disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity? Are you a parent struggling how to navigate the world when you have a child who has a disability or is figuring out their own identity when it comes to potentially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community? These are questions and worries that are difficult to navigate on your own. It is helpful to have an unbiased person to turn to so you can process and understand how your intersectional identities can impact your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Betsy Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49505 (Online Only)
Come as you are. I have many years of experience working with people and have seen people travel from brokenness to restoration. This isn't the end of your story. It takes an incredible amount of courage to face things in life but you don't have to be alone. I know that it can be scary to walk into a therapy room and share things that require great vulnerability. Lack of self-love. Infertility. Pregnancy Loss. Postpartum Depression. Guilt/Shame. Life Transitions. Identity. Marriage and Family Issues. Whatever you're facing, I would love to help you find healing.
Come as you are. I have many years of experience working with people and have seen people travel from brokenness to restoration. This isn't the end of your story. It takes an incredible amount of courage to face things in life but you don't have to be alone. I know that it can be scary to walk into a therapy room and share things that require great vulnerability. Lack of self-love. Infertility. Pregnancy Loss. Postpartum Depression. Guilt/Shame. Life Transitions. Identity. Marriage and Family Issues. Whatever you're facing, I would love to help you find healing.
Jennifer Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49501 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Life throws some real tough shit at us, and each of us deals with this in different ways. Are you suffering with anxiety? Depression? General life stressors? Are people expecting you to just snap out of it when you know this shit is not that easy? Life naturally has stressors that are out of our control, but it does not mean we have to suffer through them and stay "stuck" there, right? I know it is heavy, but let's work on making this heaviness a little lighter for you. Sometimes we simply struggle to fight back, and I personally understand that. Let's work together and figure out what works for you.
Accepting new clients! Life throws some real tough shit at us, and each of us deals with this in different ways. Are you suffering with anxiety? Depression? General life stressors? Are people expecting you to just snap out of it when you know this shit is not that easy? Life naturally has stressors that are out of our control, but it does not mean we have to suffer through them and stay "stuck" there, right? I know it is heavy, but let's work on making this heaviness a little lighter for you. Sometimes we simply struggle to fight back, and I personally understand that. Let's work together and figure out what works for you.
NOCD- Therapists for OCD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (Online Only)
Imagine what life would be like if you weren't bothered by OCD. NOCD is here to help you regain peace of mind. NOCD is a digital health company that’s focused on effectively treating people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Inside the NOCD mobile app, you can work with one of our licensed mental health therapists with specialty training in OCD. When your therapist isn’t available, access support communities and therapeutic tools - so that you are never alone. NOCD’s protocol has been proven to reduce OCD severity by 40% in less than 10 weeks.
Imagine what life would be like if you weren't bothered by OCD. NOCD is here to help you regain peace of mind. NOCD is a digital health company that’s focused on effectively treating people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Inside the NOCD mobile app, you can work with one of our licensed mental health therapists with specialty training in OCD. When your therapist isn’t available, access support communities and therapeutic tools - so that you are never alone. NOCD’s protocol has been proven to reduce OCD severity by 40% in less than 10 weeks.
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Diana Ditrapani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
She enjoys working with a range of people and situations such as couples, young adults seeking life skills direction, individuals suffering from anxiety and depression, school-aged children, and families.
Diana "DeeDee" DiTrapani is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She received her Master's Degree from Wayne State University and has been working in the field for 34 years. Many of those years have been spent working with children and families in child welfare, foster care, and adoption.
She enjoys working with a range of people and situations such as couples, young adults seeking life skills direction, individuals suffering from anxiety and depression, school-aged children, and families.
Diana "DeeDee" DiTrapani is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She received her Master's Degree from Wayne State University and has been working in the field for 34 years. Many of those years have been spent working with children and families in child welfare, foster care, and adoption.
Erin C Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping women & adolescent girls who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, issues related to relationships, absent-father challenges, grief& loss, recovery from trauma, just to name a few.
***WILL BEGIN ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS JANUARY 2024*** I am so grateful that you found the courage to take the first step towards transforming your life! I endeavor to empower & equip women of every age with the skills necessary to successfully navigate through life's most challenging times, emerging with passion, confidence and grace. This is achieved through a counseling & life coaching.
I specialize in helping women & adolescent girls who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, issues related to relationships, absent-father challenges, grief& loss, recovery from trauma, just to name a few.
***WILL BEGIN ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS JANUARY 2024*** I am so grateful that you found the courage to take the first step towards transforming your life! I endeavor to empower & equip women of every age with the skills necessary to successfully navigate through life's most challenging times, emerging with passion, confidence and grace. This is achieved through a counseling & life coaching.
Hope Welch
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Besides a strong focus on client centered healing, I've received specific trainings in depression, anxiety, eating disorders and sport psychology.
Is life a little overwhelming right now? You deserve to be heard in a non-judgmental environment regardless of your life journey and the issues that you're currently facing. Despite what challenge it is that you're experiencing, there is a road map to improving your life satisfaction. Counseling can provide a space for each individual to self-navigate current life situations. You'll also learn coping skills for when future stressors arise. I offer Christian counseling as an option for those interested but I love working with people from all walks of life.
Besides a strong focus on client centered healing, I've received specific trainings in depression, anxiety, eating disorders and sport psychology.
Is life a little overwhelming right now? You deserve to be heard in a non-judgmental environment regardless of your life journey and the issues that you're currently facing. Despite what challenge it is that you're experiencing, there is a road map to improving your life satisfaction. Counseling can provide a space for each individual to self-navigate current life situations. You'll also learn coping skills for when future stressors arise. I offer Christian counseling as an option for those interested but I love working with people from all walks of life.
Brian Ulrich
Counselor, PhD, LLPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I provide counseling for couples, youth, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression or major life transitions.
My passion is serving others through a relational style of therapy that is meant to help people repair emotional wounds, restore relationships, and develop a greater sense of wholeness within their lives. I seek to create a warm, supportive, and genuine climate where clients feel comfortable and safe working on problems and making progress towards life goals.
I provide counseling for couples, youth, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression or major life transitions.
My passion is serving others through a relational style of therapy that is meant to help people repair emotional wounds, restore relationships, and develop a greater sense of wholeness within their lives. I seek to create a warm, supportive, and genuine climate where clients feel comfortable and safe working on problems and making progress towards life goals.
Courtney Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
I have openings! If you were told you did not matter growing up, through actions or words, this will have an impact on your ability to recognize your worth. Growing up in a home with alcohol abuse, homophobia, emotional abuse, or excessive criticism can lead to feelings of worthlessness, shame, and self hatred. You may seek validation from others and fear their disapproval. This often leads to putting others needs before your own. Not understanding your worth, you may struggle following your dreams or have a career where you feel overworked and under valued. Let's flip the script, heal your wounds, and accept the person you are.
I have openings! If you were told you did not matter growing up, through actions or words, this will have an impact on your ability to recognize your worth. Growing up in a home with alcohol abuse, homophobia, emotional abuse, or excessive criticism can lead to feelings of worthlessness, shame, and self hatred. You may seek validation from others and fear their disapproval. This often leads to putting others needs before your own. Not understanding your worth, you may struggle following your dreams or have a career where you feel overworked and under valued. Let's flip the script, heal your wounds, and accept the person you are.
Stacey Williamson Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My clients come to me when they are tired of living in emotional pain. This pain may have lead them to not like themselves, feel alone, and worried and depressed. They may feel like they have no control or have lost the control that they used to have. They feel stuck or like they don't belong. My clients leave with a sense of freedom and empowerment. They understand their value/worth and like themselves. They feel like they are ready to choose what comes next in life. They have hope. Clients have told me "I feel safe now", "I never knew I could feel this good", "I actually like myself now. I didn't know I could".
My clients come to me when they are tired of living in emotional pain. This pain may have lead them to not like themselves, feel alone, and worried and depressed. They may feel like they have no control or have lost the control that they used to have. They feel stuck or like they don't belong. My clients leave with a sense of freedom and empowerment. They understand their value/worth and like themselves. They feel like they are ready to choose what comes next in life. They have hope. Clients have told me "I feel safe now", "I never knew I could feel this good", "I actually like myself now. I didn't know I could".
Jill R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (Online Only)
My experiences stem from working alongside individuals with substance use, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, and trauma.
Taking the first step to seek help for yourself can be scary and overwhelming, but once the first step is taken, it becomes easier to take the next few. It can be difficult to manage life on life’s terms by yourself. You are not alone, as I am here to help you through life’s unexpectancies. Whether you are struggling with current stressors, past life experiences or everything far and in between, help is here. My role is to listen, guide, support and empower those who are struggling. I aim to provide a open-minded, safe, and empathic environment to explore your stressors, concerns and life experiences without judgment.
My experiences stem from working alongside individuals with substance use, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, and trauma.
Taking the first step to seek help for yourself can be scary and overwhelming, but once the first step is taken, it becomes easier to take the next few. It can be difficult to manage life on life’s terms by yourself. You are not alone, as I am here to help you through life’s unexpectancies. Whether you are struggling with current stressors, past life experiences or everything far and in between, help is here. My role is to listen, guide, support and empower those who are struggling. I aim to provide a open-minded, safe, and empathic environment to explore your stressors, concerns and life experiences without judgment.
Hannah E Schneider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! My name is Hannah Schneider and I'm glad that you're here! Over the past 9 years, I have been working with children and adults ages 4-30 years old in schools, homes, community, and office settings. In this work, I have focused on topics including depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, emotional regulation, and communication skills.
Hello! My name is Hannah Schneider and I'm glad that you're here! Over the past 9 years, I have been working with children and adults ages 4-30 years old in schools, homes, community, and office settings. In this work, I have focused on topics including depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, emotional regulation, and communication skills.
Ally Brinkman
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Not accepting new clients
We are all created for connection, and every person deserves to be fully seen, known and cared for. Therapy offers a unique opportunity to grow an authentic, meaningful, and supportive connection that can be a catalyst for healing. It's not always easy to value the parts of ourselves and our stories that feel overwhelming or even shameful, but the beauty of therapy is having the space to let those parts of us be known and embraced. I understand the value in giving yourself grace to be human, to be accepted, and cherished in your darkest seasons along with the joyful ones.
We are all created for connection, and every person deserves to be fully seen, known and cared for. Therapy offers a unique opportunity to grow an authentic, meaningful, and supportive connection that can be a catalyst for healing. It's not always easy to value the parts of ourselves and our stories that feel overwhelming or even shameful, but the beauty of therapy is having the space to let those parts of us be known and embraced. I understand the value in giving yourself grace to be human, to be accepted, and cherished in your darkest seasons along with the joyful ones.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.