Kalkaska, MI Local Support & Community Resources

Adam Devaney, LCSW, is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist who understands the challenges of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and addiction. Through his extensive experience, he has developed a compassionate approach to counseling, viewing the therapeutic process as a true partnership. His practice emphasizes the importance of meaningful connections as powerful antidotes to feelings of isolation and grief. Adam utilizes a range of cognitive techniques to help clients directly confront challenges related to thinking, self-talk, and self-image. An innovative aspect of his practice includes the use of equine-assisted therapy, which aids in healing trauma, reducing anxiety, and fostering deeper connections. By approaching therapy as a collaborative journey, Adam ensures a supportive environment where clients can rediscover their worth and embrace the happiness and wonder that life has to offer.

Laura Geffre is a licensed professional counselor (LLPC, CCTP) dedicated to guiding individuals in navigating their emotional challenges and overcoming obstacles in their daily lives. With a solution-focused and person-centered approach, she believes that everyone possesses the capacity for self-discovery and personal growth. Laura equips her clients with valuable tools to strengthen their foundations and achieve greater happiness. Specializing in mood and personality disorders, as well as trauma, she provides a safe, compassionate environment for adults, adolescents, and family groups alike. Her practice encompasses support for issues such as self-exploration, substance use, depression, anxiety, and career challenges. As an advocate for the veteran and first responder communities, Laura also actively engages with the local American Legion Auxiliary. Through her skills in mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing, she is committed to helping each individual unlock the resolutions they seek in their therapeutic journey.