Margie Munoz is a dedicated professional counselor who supports individuals in exploring their identities, personal stories, and aspirations to foster a sense of stability and autonomy. She deeply values the unique experiences, backgrounds, and complexities that each person brings into the counseling room. Recognizing that every individual's lived experience offers powerful insights, Margie aims to be a facilitator and collaborator, guiding clients as they navigate life’s challenges. Her expertise includes person-centered approaches and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, complemented by her certification as a yoga instructor. This allows her to incorporate diverse tools and techniques into the counseling process when beneficial. Margie understands that navigating life circumstances can be overwhelming, especially when it feels like one is facing these challenges alone. She is committed to supporting individuals as they explore their beliefs, patterns, and habits, ultimately helping them reconnect with their most authentic selves.

Michelle Muenzenmeyer is a Limited Licensed Psychologist with a Master’s degree who specializes in empowering adults through a compassionate and integrative therapeutic approach. With a focus on women's issues, anxiety, and codependency, she creates a safe and welcoming environment for her clients to explore their challenges and build resilience. Michelle employs a variety of therapy types including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), enabling her to tailor sessions to the unique needs of individuals, couples, or groups. Through her dedication to positive psychology and person-centered therapy, she fosters a supportive space for clients to grow, navigate their emotions, and cultivate meaningful relationships.

Vicki Nelson Smeby, a limited licensed psychologist (MA, LLP), is dedicated to guiding clients through their personal challenges in a compassionate and supportive manner. With a unique approach that incorporates spiritual principles, she collaborates with individuals to develop personalized plans aimed at achieving resolution and inner peace. Vicki encourages her clients to write their autobiographies, enabling them to cultivate self-compassion and recognize the intricacies of their life narratives. This exploration empowers clients to identify both negative and generational patterns that may no longer serve them, as well as positive behaviors they wish to reinforce. Through her holistic and insightful methods, Vicki fosters a healing journey that embraces the whole person.

Ashley Nichols vanbemmelen is a dedicated counselor with a PhD and multiple relevant credentials including LPC and NCC. She understands that life carries both joy and sorrow, and during challenging times, her guidance can be invaluable. Ashley creates a safe environment where individuals can express themselves and navigate their struggles. With a firm belief in the potential for healing and improvement, she collaborates with clients to process past difficulties and cultivate hope for the future. Her person-centered therapeutic approach starts with understanding the unique journey of each client. Together, they set goals, shift negative thought patterns, and enhance relationship satisfaction while addressing trauma, emotional pain, and daily frustrations. Whether clients face specific issues or seek greater fulfillment in life, Ashley is committed to walking alongside them on their healing journey.

Heather Nitzki is a dedicated marriage and family therapist, holding a MS and LLMFT. She possesses a deep understanding of how the various relationships in one's life, both consciously and unconsciously, shape individual identities and experiences. Heather firmly believes that the security of a stable relationship is crucial for individuals to express vulnerability, pursue personal growth, and embrace their true, authentic selves. As a therapist, she strives to be a pillar of stability for her clients amid the chaos they may experience in their internal and external worlds. Her therapeutic approach delves beyond the surface, examining the profound ways in which relational systems have impacted her clients' lives. Through this collaborative journey, she aspires to help clients release the unconscious effects of past experiences and unresolved emotions. Recognizing the challenges life can present, Heather is committed to assisting individuals in navigating their difficulties and finding ease in their paths forward.

Tracy Norcross Tyson, MA, LLPC, is a dedicated counselor who understands that individuals often face pivotal moments in their lives and may feel uncertain about the path ahead. She recognizes that each person's relationships, losses, experiences, and identity are unique, and she is committed to helping them address unresolved issues that may be impacting their daily lives. With advanced training and experience, Tracy specializes in supporting new moms and moms-to-be, recognizing the challenges and isolation that can accompany pregnancy and the early years of motherhood. Through her various therapy modalities—including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and more—Tracy works alongside her clients, celebrating their resilience and fostering the skills necessary to find personal well-being. Her approach is characterized by compassion, humor, and a deep respect for clients' journeys as they navigate life's complexities. Tracy emphasizes a safe space where emotions can be expressed freely, and clients can explore what wellness means to them.

Eric Nykamp is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and therapist who specializes in supporting individuals facing significant mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, and self-harming behaviors. With a focus on borderline personality disorder (BPD), Eric is dedicated to offering guidance to both individuals diagnosed with BPD and their families. He fosters a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals and is knowledgeable in antiracism education, with the option of incorporating Christian counseling into his sessions if desired. As a trained DBT therapist, Eric brings decades of experience from both inpatient and outpatient settings, equipping clients with effective coping strategies for managing intense emotions and navigating relationship difficulties. His gentle approach encourages a culturally sensitive space where clients feel unhurried and valued. Often described as a compassionate listener, Eric takes pride in being a therapeutic companion, guiding clients through their darkest times until they emerge stronger on the other side. He welcomes the opportunity to accompany individuals and families on their journey towards healing and resilience.

Kristina Pantoja-Russell, a Licensed Professional Counselor with credentials including MA, LPC, and LLMFT, views individuals' lives as a tapestry of short stories shaped by diverse experiences, both joyful and challenging. She creates a nurturing environment allowing clients to explore and derive meaning from their emotions, while highlighting their inherent strength, compassion, and value. With expertise in women's issues, life transitions, and child psychology, Kristina employs a range of effective modalities including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Play Therapy, and the Gottman Method. Her comprehensive experience encompasses identity, self-esteem, life changes, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational/marital matters, ensuring that clients receive tailored and effective support on their journey toward healing and personal growth.

Brent Parzuchowski, an experienced clinical social worker and therapist, specializes in crisis counseling, particularly with children, adolescents, and families. He is dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals feel safe to explore and overcome behavioral barriers, including those related to eating, exercise, and sleep. With a passion for addressing intricate family dynamics, Brent excels at guiding families to identify and achieve their goals, all while considering the unique behavioral patterns of each individual. He provides compassionate support for those seeking guidance and understanding in their journey.

Pooja Patel is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist who finds the human brain to be a remarkable space worth nurturing. With a lifelong passion for being at the forefront of helping children and families, she builds trust with youth and their families, enabling them to recognize their full potential. Pooja views it as a privilege to assist children and adolescents through challenging situations, positively influencing their life circumstances. She holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Social Work and has chosen to pursue the clinical route. With additional training and experience in Trauma-Focused Model, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy, Pooja is well-equipped to provide effective support. She also offers extensive tele-therapy options for those seeking convenient, alternative settings. In her work with young clients, she frequently conducts parent sessions to offer guidance and support in helping their children and teens. Understanding that heavy life circumstances are a part of reality, Pooja believes that true change occurs when individuals receive the necessary support. Each client comes with unique needs, and her adaptable therapeutic approach aims to empower meaningful change, reinforcing the importance of investing in one’s well-being.

Dr. James Patrick Doherty is a compassionate psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families to address a wide range of personal and family-adjustment concerns. Many clients come to him with a clear understanding of their issues, while others experience a general sense of unease and struggle to cope with daily challenges. In every case, Dr. Doherty initiates the therapeutic process with a thorough examination of the presenting difficulties and considers the contributing factors that may have played a role in their development. He fosters a collaborative spirit in identifying treatment focuses, emphasizing the utilization of personal strengths and capabilities essential for reestablishing a sense of overall well-being. With extensive training and experience in psychological assessment, including individual and family assessments, Dr. Doherty is well-equipped to tackle a diverse range of clinical disorders, such as anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, developmental trauma, psychosis, and dissociation. At Lakeshore Psychological and Counseling Services, the approach is marked by a personable, respectful, and comfortable atmosphere, ensuring confidentiality for every client. Dr. Doherty often collaborates with other skilled therapists, including both male and female professionals, to conduct couples and family counseling, bringing a valuable balance of perspectives that enrich the therapeutic experience.

Matthew Pettinga is a dedicated licensed professional counselor (MA, LPC) who believes that counseling is fundamentally about building relationships and facilitating personal investment in wellbeing. He works collaboratively with clients, providing a calm and safe environment for them to examine and explore challenging life issues. Specializing in anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, and adjustment difficulties, Matthew has extensive experience guiding individuals through crises. Utilizing a range of therapeutic approaches with an emphasis on person-centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), he partners with clients to formulate tailored plans for growth. Through meaningful conversations and brainstorming, Matthew aims to foster improvement in mental wellness, eagerly anticipating productive dialogue with each individual he supports.

Codi Ponte, LMSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2017. With a heartfelt commitment to helping adults navigate the complexities of life, she specializes in trauma and PTSD, women's issues, and self-esteem. Codi employs a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy, to create a safe and inclusive space for her clients. By utilizing culturally sensitive, integrative, and person-centered modalities, she fosters empowerment and healing. Codi's compassionate and strengths-based perspective allows her to connect deeply with individuals and groups, promoting emotional growth and resilience. She is passionate about guiding clients toward understanding themselves better and building healthier relationships through insightful and supportive therapy.