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Family therapy and counseling in Grand Rapids, MI


Top family therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids families deserve support that fits their lives. Headway connects you with compassionate providers who specialize in family therapy, helping parents, teens, and siblings work through challenges together with evidence-based approaches.
I have worked in the Social Work field for about 10 years and found my specialty and passion in therapy. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who enjoys working one-on-one with individuals seeking help. I specialize in anxiety, depression, self-harm behaviors, trauma, family conflict, postpartum, and LGBTQ+ issues.
With over 20 years of experience, I've had the privilege of sitting with people through some of life's hardest chapters — and watching them find their way through. I'm Olja Haglund, a Licensed Master Social Worker based in Michigan. I work with adults only, and I bring a warm, direct presence to every session. I speak both English and Albanian fluently and welcome clients from Albanian-speaking communities across Michigan and beyond. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions — so wherever you are in Michigan, we can make this work. My specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, codependency, and women's issues. I believe healing is possible for everyone, and I'm here to help you find your version of it.
Hi, I'm Heather Johnson, a faith centered Christian therapist passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where healing, growth, and restoration can take place. I have over 5 years of experience and my approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, grace and meeting each person exactly where they are in their journey. I work with individuals and families to navigate life's challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting emotional wellness. Guided by the belief that healing and restoration are possible through faith, hope and connection, I strive to reflect God's love by offering a space of understanding, encouragement, and support. It is an honor to walk alongside my clients as they move toward healing, clarity, and peace.
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, but you don't have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I am a dedicated therapist specializing in helping individuals heal from trauma, manage panic disorders, navigate complex relationship dynamics, explore identity, and work through alcohol and substance use challenges. My practice is deeply rooted in supporting people through anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, and family conflicts, with a special focus on maternal mental health, pre-partum, and postpartum care. Whether you are dealing with deep-seated struggles like PTSD or simply feeling overwhelmed by daily life, my goal is to provide a compassionate, inclusive, and deeply human environment where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood.
I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University with Specialisation in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Bachelors in Psychology, Honours Bachelors Degree in Education (post grad) in School Guidance and counseling, Mediator and Divorce Mediator Certificate,SAT Teacher Certification and EMDR Certificate (Emdria)
I am a seasoned professional who has worked in various settings within Healthcare including crisis intervention and chronic conditions such as Cancer.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with nearly 30 years of experience in the Clinical Social Work field. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Master of Social Work. I have worked in many different aspects of the field, including as a School Social Worker. I began my career in the areas of child and family services, foster care, adoption, intensive family services, vocation, juvenile justice, schools, elder care, and individual, group and family therapy. In addition to being a licensed Clinical and Macro therapist, I am also a Certified Life Coach specializing in relationships. I am also a mother of two, remarried and have had a plethora of professional, personal and familial experiences from which I have gained valuable perspective. So, I can relate to most of life's challenges regarding interpersonal relationships.
With over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and practical support. As a fully licensed therapist, I bring both professional expertise and genuine care to every session.
Throughout my career, I have worked with people from many different backgrounds, helping them address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. My approach is centered on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
What clients often appreciate most is my ability to truly listen and meet them where they are. I believe healing and growth happen when people feel supported and understood. My role is to help clients gain clarity, develop healthy coping skills, strengthen resilience, and rediscover their personal strengths.
Over the years, I have seen how powerful change can be when someone is given the right tools, encouragement, and guidance. My experience allows me to draw from a wide range of therapeutic approaches to best meet each client’s unique needs.
My commitment is simple: to walk alongside my clients on their journey toward healing, growth, and a more balanced, fulfilling life.
In my approach to counseling, I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focus Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy as the main approaches to counseling. It is important that each client's needs are met through their counseling experience, therefore, counseling is not limited to the above approaches. Biblical principles are also used as an approach to counseling. Counseling will be provided to a diverse population of individuals. Optimum health and healing is possible if you are willing to do the work! Be Willing!
Hello, I am Dr. Cheri Anderson and I want to share with you my educational background, specialized training, treatment areas and populations served.
Dr. Anderson has a BA in Psychology, MA in Community and Agency Counseling, and a PhD in Counseling and Clinical Supervision from Wayne State University, respectively. Dr. Anderson teachs both graduate and undergraduate students. Dr. Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor and International Certified Gambling Counselor and a Certified Tech Addiction and Digital Helth Specialist. Dr. Anderson has specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am trained to identify and treat Survivors of Human Trafficking.
Dr. Anderson works with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, technology addictions, gambling addictions, trauma (e.g., Human Trafficking, child and/or adult sexual, emotional or physical abuse), and other emotional issues.
Dr. Anderson serve: teenagers, adults, senior citizens, individuals and couples.
I have been doing this work since 2009 — which means I have sat with a lot of people through a lot of different kinds of hard. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling with a dual focus in professional counseling and marriage and family therapy, and my career has moved through two distinct chapters that have shaped how I practice. The first half was spent in the world of substance use — working with individuals and families where the stakes were high and the complexity was real. The last several years have been in private practice, where I've worked with the full range of human struggle: depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, substance use disorders, parenting stress, and the disorienting moments when life shifts beneath your feet. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. Very few things surprise me at this point — and that's exactly what makes this work feel safe.
I bring over 5 years of combined experience across clinical therapy, behavioral health, and community-based care, serving diverse populations with complex needs. My practice centers on supporting individuals; including system-impacted individuals navigating depression, high stress, and major life adjustments. My goal working with clients is for therapy to be a progressive experience.
About our family therapists in Grand Rapids, MI



- 97%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 88%Relationship issues
- 87%Family issues

- 99%Aetna
- 94%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 67%Priority Health
- 60%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

- 99%English
- 5%Spanish
- 1%Arabic
- 1%Urdu

- 89%Online only
- 11%In-person or online

- 82%Woman
- 17%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 56%Licensed Master Social Worker
- 32%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 3%Licensed Psychologist

- 100%Family therapy
- 100%Individual therapy
- 46%Couples therapy
- 27%Child or adolescent therapy
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