Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI

"As your therapist, I will provide a safe place to explore your story and create the change you deserve."

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health field. I bring a compassionate, practical, and collaborative approach to therapy, specializing in helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, and the lasting effects of trauma. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and focused on helping clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.

I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Oakland University. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy, while tailoring each session to the unique goals and pace of my clients.

Whether you’re working toward greater self-confidence, healthier boundaries, or clarity in a new season of life, I’ll meet you where you are and help you move forward with purpose and hope. Together, we’ll focus on growth that feels authentic, achievable, and meaningful to you.

"I know how overwhelming life can feel at times, and my goal is to help you find calm and clarity in the chaos."

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience and specialized training in trauma, autism, anxiety, and anger management. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, helping them build resilience, manage emotions, improve relationships, and create balance. I draw on evidence-based practices and a compassionate approach to guide clients in setting meaningful goals, developing coping skills, and moving toward lasting positive change.

I earned a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Baruch College, where I also trained at a neuropsychological clinic. I have received training in cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure, and motivational interviewing, allowing me to tailor care to each client.

I understand that feeling anxious, stuck, or misunderstood can be exhausting. I offer a supportive space where you will feel heard and valued. With experience in trauma, anxiety, autism, and anger, I walk alongside clients as they work toward healing, clarity, and hope for a more balanced and fulfilling life.

"As a woman who has been affected by much of what life has to offer, I can empathize with many areas of trauma and joy and learning how to heal from and celebrate those events."

Cathlene Young is a Licensed Master Social Worker-Clinical (LMSW-C) with 11 years of experience in the mental health field. Cathlene is passionate about helping teens, young adults, adults, and couples in their journey; addressing their unique challenges and helping them live the life they are destined to live. She specializes in anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and major life events that affect our lives.

Cathlene completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Grand Valley State University. She has personal experience with concerns related to domestic violence, single parenting, faith issues, and living a life of joy. This, coupled with Cathlene’s professional experience, enables her to build rapport with many different personalities and walks of life, providing the support and encouragement that her clients are seeking. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and strength based therapy.

It is Cathlene's belief that everyone is on their own separate journey and each path is different. Cathlene is confident that she would be able to support and encourage you, helping you to learn new perspectives and gain techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you are struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.

"Magdalen is an experienced therapist passionate about helping those with a desire to change, build good habits, and engage in self-compassion. Magdalen hopes to get to the bottom of what ails you so that you feel like the best version of yourself."

Magdalen Vogt is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 6 years of experience in mental health. She came into the field of therapy with the goal of helping people from all walks of life navigate their emotional burdens, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, and/or depression, manage life transitions, and heal from traumas. Her ideal client is an adult who is dedicated to the therapeutic process and building a strong therapeutic alliance together. Magdalen graduated from Grand Valley State University and obtained her Master of Social Work degree (LMSW).

Magdalen has worked with diverse populations that have allowed her to become well-versed in several walks of life. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and components of dialectical behavioral therapy to help clients reach their goals and needs.

Everyone can relate to feeling like life is overwhelming, daunting, challenging, and just plain scary. Magdalen believes that she can support you through these moments and on your healing journey. It’s Magdalen's goal to help you address negative thinking patterns, develop new coping skills, find mindfulness practices, and discover new perspectives.

"As someone who struggles with mental health concerns, I understand the importance of seeking therapy and connection to build inner strength and to grow."

Arlene Donnelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, substance use, grief and loss, trauma, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and hoarding. Arlene is passionate about helping clients from all backgrounds find meaning, purpose, and clarity in their healing journey. She values the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful, lasting change.

Arlene holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She utilizes exposure therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and behavioral activation. Her approach is individualized, helping each client discover what works best for their growth.

Arlene is warm, compassionate, and deeply committed to helping clients achieve their goals. She supports, encourages, and challenges those she works with to take steps toward healing, while walking beside them every step of the way. Clients can expect a therapeutic partner who believes in their success and offers consistent encouragement.

"Within every challenge lies an invitation to grow, and I'm honored to support you as you listen inward and move toward healing."

Gayle Springer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has over 3 years of experience in working with adults and seniors with mental health issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, and anger. Gayle also has experience supporting individuals through life transitions such as career changes and divorce, stress, and relationship and family issues. She has supported underserved populations, including those who struggle with childhood trauma, substance use, recovery, and crisis intervention.

Gayle earned a Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California. She utilizes a variety of clinical approaches that are targeted to clients’ needs, including supportive talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, mindfulness-based methods, and solutions-focused therapy.

Gayle meets clients where they're at, walking beside them with presence and care. You don't have to have it all figured out—if you're feeling lost, heavy, or are searching for something deeper, Gayle is willing to explore it together and help you find your way.

Rebecca Hockridge is a licensed professional counselor as well as a licensed school counselor. She has a diverse portfolio that includes specializing in attention deficit issues, anxiety, depression, and general life stage adjustment which includes family and youth counseling. Rebecca also is an experienced career and life transition counseling. She received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Michigan State where she also studied women’s issues. After working as a social worker for more than 10 years, she earned her Master of Arts in Counseling and School Counseling at Oakland University. She uses a systems approach to counseling and specializes in treating the whole individual as part of the unique system. Her counseling approach is holistic with an emphasis on a healthy system environment that utilizes relational, collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, solution focused and emotionally focused approaches to therapy. Her goal is to help you find meaning and focus in your life by utilizing a warm, caring, and practical counseling approach. She looks forward to joining you in your journey to help you discover the best you!