Our counselors offer counseling for teens in Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI

Vauwn Hinton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience working with children, adults, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, postpartum/women's issues, parenting challenges/development, attachment, and behavioral concerns. She is passionate about working with children/adolescents, parents, and pregnant and postpartum women navigating life transitions and mental health concerns.

Vauwn earned a Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan. She has experience using mindfulness-based practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy interventions, infant-parent psychotherapy, supportive counseling, and child-centered play.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but Vauwn believes each client deserves validation, connection, and hope for a better tomorrow. She views clients as experts in their lives and works alongside them to build a mental health journey that supports their goals and fosters growth.

I'm a Licensed Counselor with 3 years of experience in the mental health field. I'm passionate about helping adolescents, children, adults, and families reach their goals in order to live a more fulfilled life. I completed my Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Western Michigan University. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe space where you can feel relaxed and move at your own pace. I offer a client-centered approach and believe you are the expert in your own life. I'm here to help guide you toward your goals.

I offer a non-judgmental approach and a safe space where we'll work together to help you navigate the roadmap to your life and be the healthiest version of yourself. I utilize various approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy skills.

Life, unfortunately, has no road map or single, final destination. Many find themselves searching for counseling when they feel lost, defeated, depressed, anxious, or hurt. I'm here to offer a safe space to those looking to make a change. I focus on helping you reach your goals by exploring behaviors and thought patterns. I focus heavily on helping you learn skills and tools to reduce your stress and empower you to make change where it counts. If you're ready to work, please schedule an appointment with me today.

Karen Bennett is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 21 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. She has worked in diverse settings, including schools, universities, and community mental health. Karen specializes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. She is passionate about helping others heal, grow, and achieve emotional wellness through empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.

Karen earned her Master’s in Counseling from Oakland University and integrates cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed approaches into her work. She believes in meeting clients where they are and helping them build resilience, manage symptoms, and develop healthy coping strategies to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence.

Karen creates a supportive, client-centered space where individuals feel heard and empowered. Her work helps clients gain insight, improve communication, and build healthier relationships. With a focus on self-awareness and compassion, she supports clients in fostering personal growth, emotional balance, and meaningful change.

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.

Taylor Stanton is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is excited to work with adolescents and young adults. Taylor is passionate about helping individuals address their challenges with substance use, eating disorders, anxiety, stress, depression, women's issues, family conflict, and more.

Taylor completed her Master's degree in Social Work and her Bachelor's degree in Social Work at Grand Valley State University. Taylor is currently studying at the University of Kentucky pursuing her Doctoral degree in Social Work. Taylor is also a Certified Alcohol And Drug Counselor (CADC).

Taylor will invite you to share your story. Her empathetic approach ensures a safe space for understanding, and welcomes the opportunity to support you on your path. When you are ready, feel free to reach out to her and schedule your first appointment with Taylor.

Jordan Arntz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Jordan is passionate about helping clients develop realistic goals and achieving them. She works with those who have experienced child abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, depression, anxiety, grief, major life transitions, and difficulty with defiance.

Jordan completed her Bachelor's degree in Social Work at Western Michigan University and obtained her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from Spring Arbor University. Jordan utilizes multiple therapeutic models with her clients, this includes cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), person centered therapy (PCT), compassion-focused and mindfulness-based therapy. Jordan obtained a certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TFCBT) as well and has completed this model with multiple clients.

No one in immune to hardships in life and often it can be helpful to get additional support during these times. Jordan is confident that she has the ability to meet you where you are at and support you on your healing journey. If you are looking for that support, schedule an appointment with her.

Erica White is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 17 years of experience. Erica believes that although an individual may be affected by life challenges, those experiences need not serve as a barrier to growth. She believes in the power of therapy and faith toward helping clients nurture their strengths, accept themselves, and heal from and ultimately use life challenges as catalysts for growth. Erica owns and is a therapist at IMPACCTT (Innovative Mentoring Passionate Advocacy and Creative Community-Based Treatment Techniques), treating children, teens, and adults with abuse, neglect, grief, and/or loss histories.

Erica earned her Master’s in Social Work at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor. She heavily utilizes therapeutic tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and psychoeducation. Erica has a great deal of experience with providing client-centered, nonjudgmental, empowerment-based, and educational support.

Erica believes that it takes a great deal of hope, faith, and courage to reach out for support. She understands that this process may be difficult for you. You have done the important first step of reaching out for help and together, you will move toward growth at a pace that you feel comfortable with. Erica looks forward to working with you!

Making the decision to seek therapy is incredibly courageous. I have over 19 years experience working as a Social Worker and I am a licensed Master’s Social Worker. I have worked with a diverse population with a variety of diagnoses and situations. However, I believe that each person’s experience is unique and while they may be similar to someone else’s, no two people or situations are the same, therefore neither are the solutions. I provide a non-judgmental , compassionate, therapeutic environment. Working together is essential to creating a good therapeutic relationship and one that is most beneficial. I find that creating meaningful goals with clients based on specific needs really helps this process. Life is not meant to be figured out alone. I feel both honored and privileged to work with my clients helping them to overcome their obstacles and empowering them to do so.

I'm a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW-C) with over 6 years of experience. I enjoy helping children, adolescents, and adults through their challenges and stressors in life. I specialize in depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, PTSD, and trauma. I completed my Master's degree in Social Work at the University of Michigan. Throughout my career, I've worked with a wide range of individuals that has equipped me with a profound understanding of the challenges and barriers faced by individuals.

I utilize an array of treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and motivational interviewing.

Everyone has their own unique challenges in life. I look forward to walking alongside you on your therapeutic journey, providing guidance, support, and a listening ear every step of the way. Together, we can navigate the challenges that arise in life. Schedule an appointment with me today.

Jhenna Jamal VanTimmeren is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW-C) with years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults to reach their full potential by addressing their unique struggles. She seeks to improve individual self-confidence and decision-making by equipping individuals with the tools they need to navigate life's stressors. Jhenna specializes in treating anxiety sexual abuse, trauma, and PTSD.

Jhenna earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University and her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Grand Valley State University. During her Master's program, she received a specialization in school social work. Jhenna has worked as an intern with child sexual abuse survivors and is trained in behavior modification tracking and planning.

Jhenna seeks to provide a safe and comforting space where individuals feel free to open up and share the difficulties they are facing in their lives. She aims to share helpful tools and strategies to equip everyone with the ability to cope with their particular challenges. If you are feeling ready to make an appointment, Jhenna would be honored to be your provider.

Crystal is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years in the mental health field working with clients to improve life satisfaction. She specializes in treating adults and children who are struggling with depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma, abuse, neglect, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, grief and loss, parenting support, and substance use disorders.

Crystal has a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an advanced specialization in treating children and adolescents from Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. She is trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Crystal has also completed the Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

Crystal creates a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for her clients. She encourages personal empowerment through the use of strength-based strategies and motivational Interviewing techniques combined with psychoeducation, solution-focused techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices to improve adjustment and live a more fulfilling life.

I'm a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) who has more than 4 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. I'm passionate about helping people work through everyday challenges in order to live a fulfilling life. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, mental disorders, relationship issues, stress management, behavioral issues, and life transitions.

I completed my Master of Social Work (MSW) at Spring Arbor University. My personal experience of growing up in an adoptive family coupled with my professional experience enables me to provide support and assist my clients in growth and change. I utilize a blended treatment approach including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness, coping skills, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

We all go through difficult life stages. I'm confident that I can walk alongside you to increase your skills in processing, coping, gaining insights, communicating with others, and reaching your personal goals. If you are motivated to begin the journey, schedule an appointment with me today!

KaiLi McGrath is a Licensed Master Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She has had the privilege of working with a diverse set of individuals and abilities in schools, community mental health agencies, and therapeutic settings. KaiLi can understand and relate to all types of experiences.

KaiLi earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan. She utilizes collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral, and solutions-focused approaches to therapy.

KaiLi believes being brought into a client's life is a privilege and meets them where they are to focus on building trust and collaborating on their unique needs. We all have a desire to feel heard, connected, and safe. Schedule an appointment with KaiLi today!

Becky Dickinson is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 20+ years of experience working in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping both children and adults achieve an improved sense of well-being and functioning. Becky works from a strengths-based perspective and assists clients with identifying their areas of strength and mobilizing that to address things that they want to work on. Becky specializes in depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, adjustment and life-change issues, and substance use disorders. She holds a master’s degree in Social Work from Michigan State University.

Providing treatment in various settings has allowed Becky to better understand and tailor treatment to her clients. Becky takes a strengths-based perspective and uses treatment approaches like motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and coping skills training.

Every person, at some point in their life, struggles with something. Becky is confident that she can help and support you as you address those things and get back to a more comfortable space in your life. It is a strength to know when to seek help. If you are ready, schedule an appointment with her today!

Jillian Kraydich is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Michigan who has extensive experience partnering with adolescents, adults, couples and families seeking support for anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief and relationship/family issues. She also has vast hospital, emergency and crisis experience. Jillian believes in collaborating with clients to form a strong therapeutic alliance. She individualizes therapy and assists her clients in working toward achieving their ultimate goals and healing. Implementing strengths-based, cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy interventions with a highly personalized approach, Jillian ensures that each client receives the best support and the most comprehensive care possible. Jillian is committed to eclectically supporting each individual client on their journey toward healing. She creates a safe, warm and client-focused environment in which individuals feel comfortable discussing and processing all of life’s challenges.