I provide guidance and support to teens and young adults who are struggling with various life transitions such as processing family conflict, transition from high school to college, perfectionism, anxiety, student athletes who are struggling with time management, young adults and adults struggling with depression or anxiety, and adjusting to life after college. An important part of the therapy process is learning how to find balance, organize your thoughts and learn about what has shaped the sto...
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One of my favorite quotes, “Change your thoughts and you can change your world” by Norman Vincent Peale, really inspires me to help clients realize hope for the future. The change comes from you, and we can start that process within the therapy room. Each person is unique in their own way, and because of this, they may need a unique approach to therapy. I look at the therapeutic relationship as a team: we can collaborate together to work on any issues that may be troublesome. You are the ex...
One of my passions about my role as a therapist is to normalize therapy, why else would I do this! I think that this is something that my clients can bring away from their sessions. (Que cliche sunshine and rainbows that can be very real when you choose therapy, a very big and hard step). Everyone needs a little support every now and then, but sometimes, events happen that make you feel like you need a little more support, or college feels a little more overwhelming that you expected. I get ...
Many mental health issues are related to a trauma response in the brain and body. Trauma is often conceptualized as one single event or experience that causes intense fear or distress. However, not all people who experience these kinds of events develop trauma symptoms, and many people who do experience trauma symptoms cannot identify a single event such as this. Another way to understand trauma symptoms is that they occur when an individual’s context overwhelms their nervous system’s ability to...
Are exams, school courses, family and employment becoming overwhelming to you? Perhaps you’re the friend that everyone comes to for support? Is it possible you are feeling overwhelmed, helpless, unhappy and unfulfilled with the way things are going? Maybe you have tried everything on your own to break the cycle and nothing is working? If this seems like you, I want you to know you're not alone. With over 10 years in the field and personal experience, I know that these patterns can lead ...
Gordon Greer is an outpatient therapist with extensive experience working with teens, adults and families in outpatient mental health and inpatient psychiatric settings. He currently works with teens, adults and their families concerning a wide range of issues, including (but not limited to) anger, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, insomnia, sexual and gender identity (Gordon is an LGBTQIA+ ally), interpersonal relationships, personality disorders, traumatic stress, suicidality, and chemical ...
I believe that you are the master of your own life, and I believe that therapy is a joint process that we can navigate together. I am not here to judge you or tell you how you should be living. I am here to help you develop the tools and understanding needed to create the life you want and meet your long and short term goals. I have a focus centered around the LGBTQ+ community, but also specialize in working with women's issues, anxiety disorders, depression, and grief. I have worked in crisis i...
There are times we all could use someone to walk beside us and hold a light on our journey towards becoming our best self. When the road gets rough, I hope that I can be there to help remind you of your strengths. My goal is to provide therapy that is unique and tailored to your individual needs. I believe a trustworthy, judgment-free, and compassionate relationship between client and therapist is vital to helping you reach your goals. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informe...
Kristina believes the answers and wisdom we seek can be found within ourselves - we are the guide we have been longing to meet. Kristina views therapy as a process of journeying back to our hearts - for our highest intelligence knows this is where we long to live from. Kristina works with with adolescents, adults, and couples as they courageously journey to find the light and wisdom within....
How many times have those close to you tried to tell you what you should do? Do you feel like no one is really listening to your story? I strive to provide a space to be heard without being forced to conform to someone else's individual biases. You are the expert of your life: you live it. I'm an expert on process, and I want to help you find what change looks like in your life. I love the power of story, and your story is unique and rich. I tend not to subscribe to just one theoretical orien...
I support individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, dissociation, shame, and relational wounds. Our work is grounded in trust, emotional safety, and experiential depth - not just symptom relief. Together, we'll uncover what's been stuck or buried and gently begin the process of healing and growth. I am a certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator for couples/pre-marital counseling, fully trained in EMDR, and an intermediate practitioner of Coherence Therapy. Learn more at togetherwiththe...
Pro-bono crisis sessions, group sessions, support for first responders and therapists working to support the community. Assistance with getting health coverage for Medicaid and Ingham Health Plan. GPS – Guide to Personal Solutions is a non profit private operating foundation 501(c)3 based in Lansing, Michigan. GPS is a trauma informed practice that offers mental health and substance abuse services to families in the Greater Lansing area. Our therapists are kind, compassionate and will wel...
The client-therapist relationship is one of the most important factors in determining client outcomes. Establishing a safe-space and trusting relationship allows us to explore your experiences and offer new perspectives that can promote healing and personal growth. My core theoretical orientation in graduate school was humanistic-existential, though I have also received extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and C...
My approach begins with the understanding that connecting with one’s self and others is a pathway toward finding meaning and fulfillment. This pathway of connecting can become blocked by old emotional wounds or current relationship struggles. The partnership formed in the therapy relationship becomes the platform where healing broken connections may occur. This approach can help bring about lasting change by getting at the ‘root’ of the problem and bring relief from symptoms. Central to Chris’ a...
I believe, with time, clients have the ability to find a resolution to any frustration they may have, and a strong therapeutic relationship can quicken this process. Throughout our time together, we will identify the changes that best suit you as you work to create the life you desire and deserve. If you feel like something is missing in your life, or you just want the help to make a positive change, allow me to partner with you as we identify the circumstances that aren’t working for you and...
As human beings, we are in a constant state of transition and emergence into new selves. Meaning, just as we defined ourselves in the past, we can also choose to redefine ourselves now and in the future. No matter how you would like to begin your story, I am here to help you piece the puzzle together and walk with you on this journey of self-healing. I specialize in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) – the particular women’s issue that doesn’t get enough spotlight. The symptoms that y...
Going away to school, adjusting to your new adult role in life, managing various roles in your life can be exhausting and overwhelming. My ultimate goal is to create validating, non-judgmental environment to help you feel safe and comfortable. I believe in offering support, guidance and knowledge to each of my clients.I have been trained in DBT therapy to teach you skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and modify behaviors. You can develop the healthy life you desire. Humans experien...
Are you frequently worried and having difficulty doing what you love? Are you a college student who is often overwhelmed and feeling hopeless? Are you struggling with identifying whether your current situation is healthy or abusive? Have you found yourself in a faith environment that has harmed you in some way? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard. You’ve likely been debating seeking help for mont...