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Ashlynn Lister

Ashlynn Lister

Grand Rapids, MI
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Ashlynn Lister is a Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with an extensive background and over 10 years of experience dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults navigate their mental health challenges. Specializing in trauma treatment, Ashlynn employs a variety of play techniques and engaging activities to assess the unique needs of each child and understand the behaviors influenced by those needs. She is committed to working collaboratively with parents, offering guidance and insights into their children's behavioral and mental health requirements. Ashlynn's experience within the child welfare system has enriched her expertise, particularly in trauma-focused therapy and the complexities of foster care and adoption. Additionally, her work in the early childhood sector has equipped her with valuable knowledge about child development and parenting strategies. Understanding that mental health challenges can present overwhelming barriers for families, Ashlynn prioritizes fostering a supportive and healing environment. Her goal is to empower children and their families to overcome these obstacles and develop the necessary skills to achieve happiness and health. For those seeking a nurturing space to embark on their therapeutic journey, Ashlynn Lister is an ideal choice.
Specialties
PTSD/Trauma
Diane Lown

Diane Lown

Grand Rapids, MI
Counselor, MA
Diane Lown is a compassionate and skilled counselor, holding credentials as a MA, LPC, and NCC, specializing in helping adults navigate through challenges such as depression, anxiety, and relational difficulties. Recognizing the human experience of feeling overwhelmed or stuck, Diane creates a safe and nonjudgmental space that fosters self-exploration and resilience. Her therapeutic approach incorporates a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method, tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, couples, and families. Diane is dedicated to helping her clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and cultivate greater compassion for their journey. With a focus on resolving what can be changed and accepting what cannot, she empowers her clients to build hope and strength amidst life’s transitions and challenges. Through her holistic and empathetic approach, Diane ensures that each person feels heard, understood, and supported on their path to healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Caroline Lowry Hall

Caroline Lowry Hall

Grand Rapids, MI
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Caroline Lowry Hall is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (MA, LPC), devoted to guiding individuals through life's challenges and fostering positive change. She partners with her clients to help them cultivate personal fulfillment and achieve a harmonious state of well-being. Caroline enjoys working with a diverse clientele, addressing a range of issues such as anxiety-related disorders, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and navigating life transitions. She believes that every unique challenge presents an opportunity for growth and transformation, regardless of age. Caroline employs an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Humanistic techniques to promote self-awareness and illuminate the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With experience as a teacher, private tutor, and certified school counselor, she is well-equipped to support students from elementary to graduate school who may be grappling with academic stress, bullying, peer relationships, or feelings of overwhelm, which can lead to anxiety, depression, frustration, and isolation. Together, Caroline and her clients will explore effective coping strategies, paving the way to resolution and emotional resilience.
Specialties
Anxiety Bullying Depression Relationship Stress Student Life
Krista Lynn Kopchick

Krista Lynn Kopchick

Grand Rapids, MI
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Krista Lynn Kopchick is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and therapist who specializes in helping individuals navigate the complexities of conflict in their lives. Conflict can often intrude on daily experiences—whether in relationships, workplaces, or within oneself. Many individuals find themselves avoiding conflict, reacting in anger, or becoming overwhelmed and disconnected. Krista's desire is to assist clients in understanding their intricate inner worlds, reconnecting their minds and bodies, and fostering healing in their relationships. Through her guiding presence, she witnesses transformative journeys as clients evolve from merely surviving to truly thriving, learning to embrace a mindful existence. With extensive training in Sexual Health, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, and Interpersonal Neurobiology, Krista's approach is tailored to support the unique journey toward health and wholeness. She creates a warm and safe therapeutic environment, balancing playfulness with deep emotional authenticity. Krista celebrates moments of joy with her clients, supports them through their toughest challenges, and stands by them every step of the way. She invites clients to bring their true selves into the therapeutic space, encouraging honesty and vulnerability as they engage in meaningful work together.
Specialties
Mindfulness Perinatal Mood Disorder
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Andrea Lynn Sulak

Andrea Lynn Sulak

Grand Rapids, MI
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Andrea Lynn Sulak is a Limited Licensed Psychologist dedicated to helping adults and elders overcome the difficulties of life. She understands that individuals often struggle under the weight of others' beliefs, which obscures their true selves and makes it challenging to lead fulfilling lives. By recognizing that energy can become trapped in both the body and mind due to trauma, painful experiences, or everyday stressors, Andrea emphasizes the importance of addressing this stagnation. Failing to do so may result in unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors, ultimately causing an imbalance in emotional, psychological, energetic, and spiritual well-being. This disconnection can manifest as feelings of loneliness, shame, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, and limiting beliefs. Through her diverse approaches—including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, and Dance Movement Therapy—Andrea guides her clients on a transformative journey back to a sacred relationship with themselves. In this therapeutic process, clients can rediscover their true selves and reclaim joy in their lives. Andrea is deeply committed to supporting individuals in this essential journey of self-discovery and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Loneliness PTSD/Trauma
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Andria Lyons

Andria Lyons

Grand Rapids, MI
Counselor, LLPC
Andria Lyons is a compassionate Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals through life's challenges. With expertise in addressing issues such as Bipolar Disorder, Trauma and PTSD, and Grief, she understands that navigating work, school, family, and relationships can often leave one feeling overwhelmed. Her therapeutic approach focuses on empowering clients to identify and achieve meaningful goals, fostering positive change. Andria is passionate about helping others discover their most authentic selves and embraces a non-judgmental and understanding atmosphere in her practice. She believes in illuminating self-awareness and finding strength in vulnerability. Experienced in working with diverse populations, Andria offers her services to youth and adults across various identities, including male, female, gay, lesbian, bisexual, heterosexual, transgender, and non-binary individuals. Her welcoming stance extends to members from different cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, ensuring a holistic approach to healing through modalities like Trauma-Focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Specialties
Bipolar Grief PTSD/Trauma
Janice Delange

Janice Delange

Grand Rapids, MI
Clinical Social Work/therapist, PHD
Dr. Janice DeLange, a seasoned clinical social worker and therapist with over 25 years of experience, including 17 years teaching at the university graduate level, brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. As a holistic therapist, she employs mind-body approaches in a spiritually sensitive manner, supporting clients in their exploration of alternative methods alongside traditional medicine. Dr. DeLange specializes in trauma therapy, effectively utilizing EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to clear limiting emotions and memories that impede clients from achieving their fullest potential. She works with individuals facing challenges such as trauma, PTSD, abuse, panic, phobias, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. Her expertise extends to addressing both significant traumas—such as those involving war, sexual abuse, or serious illness—and smaller traumas, like bullying and job loss, that can foster long-term negative emotions and self-defeating beliefs. Through cognitive therapy, Dr. DeLange helps clients transform their thoughts and beliefs, often requiring engagement with painful past experiences. Her therapeutic practice is characterized by a nurturing demeanor, ensuring that clients feel cared for and understood as they navigate their healing journeys. Therapy progresses at each client's own pace, with a commitment to honoring their emotional needs and guiding them towards a more fulfilling life.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence Managing Emotions PTSD/Trauma Panic Attacks
Margaret Lebo

Margaret Lebo

Grand Rapids, MI
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-MI
Margaret Lebo is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist, holding licenses in Michigan (LMSW-MI) and New York (LCSW-NY). With a commitment to supporting individuals, couples, and families, she understands that seeking therapy is a significant step towards personal growth and healing. Margaret emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach, combining gentle guidance with the necessary challenges that change entails. Her work spans various age groups, including preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders, helping them navigate stressful situations such as family conflict, depression, anxiety, anger management, marital issues, women's issues, and the processing of traumatic events. Specializing in a family systems style of therapy, she recognizes how individual changes can impact the collective dynamic. Her ultimate goal is to foster meaningful change, celebrating the strengths in her clients and guiding them towards a more fulfilling and tranquil life. Margaret is honored to play a vital role in creating a happier, more peaceful world for those she works with.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Audrey Mitchell

Audrey Mitchell

Grand Rapids, MI
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Audrey Mitchell is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master’s degree from Loyola University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Hope College. She possesses extensive experience assisting teens, adults, and elders(65+) in navigating crisis interventions, trauma, depression, anxiety, and adjustment-related issues. Having worked in both behavioral therapy programs and residential mental health settings, Audrey has dedicated herself to helping at-risk youth and adolescents in the North Carolina woods. Furthermore, she has significant expertise in supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, and challenges related to illness in hospital environments. As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, she emphasizes the importance of sexual health in an individual's overall well-being. Audrey works with individuals and couples dealing with various sexual dysfunctions, including low libido, desire discrepancies, and issues related to sexual and gender orientation, among others. She believes that the journey of life is not meant to be navigated alone, and acknowledges the courage it takes to seek therapy. Understanding that a strong therapeutic relationship is crucial for successful outcomes, Audrey strives to create a safe and empowering space for her clients to explore their thoughts and feelings.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression LGBTQ+ Perinatal Mood Disorder
Renee Orr

Renee Orr

Grand Rapids, MI
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Renee Orr is a dedicated clinical behavioral therapist with a private practice that primarily focuses on children and families. With a passion for working with young individuals, she utilizes various play techniques to explore and address the underlying skills and behaviors that may arise in response to stressors in a child's life. Recognizing the vital role of family dynamics, Renee often welcomes parents as clients to collaboratively tackle behaviors within the home environment. She extends her expertise to siblings when appropriate and has vast experience working with clients ranging from ages four to adulthood. With 25 years invested in the child welfare system, Renee has honed her specialties in supporting foster and adoptive families. Her extensive training encompasses areas such as attachment theory, play therapy, FASD, and Theraplay, equipping her to effectively address complex issues including grief, parental divorce, sexual abuse, past trauma, anxiety, and sexualized behaviors in children. Renee is committed to guiding individuals and families towards finding balance and harmony within their homes, offering the support needed to navigate challenging behaviors and emotional challenges. Families seeking insight into their child’s behaviors, assistance in managing difficult situations at home or school, or a safe space to explore their own emotions will find an empathetic ally in Renee.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief PTSD/Trauma
Thomas Spahn

Thomas Spahn

Grand Rapids, MI
Psychologist, MSW
Thomas Spahn is a dedicated psychologist who has devoted his career to supporting individuals who have been profoundly affected by life's challenges. His professional journey began at Western Michigan University, where he graduated in 1986, and has focused on providing treatment and evaluation for those experiencing severe life trauma, including combat veterans and abuse victims, as well as those affected by medical and environmental disasters. Known for his deep respect for families and children under stress, Thomas has worked extensively on matters related to divorce, custody, parental rights, and adoption. His experience also extends to corporate psychology, where he has assisted military personnel and other resilient individuals in developing leadership skills and career advancement. As a fully licensed psychologist in the State of Michigan and a Diplomate through the American College of Forensic Examiners, he specializes in family forensic issues, particularly divorce and custody evaluations. With a growing interest in the challenges faced by the aging population, Thomas welcomes conversations about fly fishing, sailing, acoustic blues guitar, and photography, reflecting his holistic approach to therapy and life. His commitment to fostering resilience and understanding in his clients is at the heart of his practice.
Specialties
50+ Family Stress PTSD/Trauma
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Robin Ward

Robin Ward

Grand Rapids, MI
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Robin Ward is a compassionate psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, particularly during times of significant change when traditional coping strategies may falter. With a strong focus on creating a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, Dr. Ward guides clients in discussing their difficult feelings and uncovering problematic interpersonal patterns that might hinder their personal development and relationships. Collaboratively, she develops tailored strategies to help clients overcome these obstacles. Practicing out of Grand Rapids, MI, Dr. Ward offers individual therapy, couples therapy, psychological assessments, and supervision for clients of all ages. Her specialized knowledge in supporting adolescents and young adults through their unique developmental hurdles reflects her commitment to fostering personal growth. Drawing from psychodynamic and humanistic perspectives, Dr. Ward believes that every individual's struggles are rooted in their complex, often untold stories and their inherent potential for growth.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Relationship Stress Teens
Matthew Ready

Matthew Ready

Grand Rapids, MI
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Matthew Ready, LMSW, CAADC, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who believes deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship, viewing it as essential for effective treatment. He cultivates a collaborative spirit with his clients, fostering an emotional bond built on shared goals and mutual understanding. Matthew's approach combines expertise with compassion, ensuring that he is not only clear in his thoughts and problem-solving strategies but also genuinely interested in the unique needs of each individual. With a rich background in providing treatment for troubled teenagers within the child welfare and delinquency systems, Matthew has expanded his practice since 2007 to include a wide range of individual mental health treatments, family therapy, couples therapy, trauma healing, anger management, and substance abuse/addiction support. He understands the challenging times many face today and extends an invitation to anyone grappling with personal struggles to seek his guidance. Matthew offers flexible therapy options, including both in-person and remote sessions to accommodate comfort levels, ensuring everyone feels supported in their journeys toward healing. Whether facing anxiety, emotional distress, or turmoil, Matthew Ready is here to help navigate these challenges with understanding and skill.
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Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Family Stress PTSD/Trauma

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