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My name is Matthew VanLinden. I am a Licensed Master of Social Work. After graduating in 2012 from the University of Michigan I have worked in a number of different youth serving roles including the last 3 years serving youth and families as a Masters Level Clinician. I specialize in helping youth and families to navigate difficulties such as depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, as well as behavioral issues. I apply a person centered approach and seek to aid my clients in reaching the goals that they hope for in their treatment. If you are seeking services and feel as though I can be of help, please do not hesitate to reach out for a free phone consultation.

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My name is Emilee VanLinden. I am a fully licensed Social Worker and graduated with my degree in 2015 from the University of Michigan. I have worked in a number of child and youth serving roles as both a clinician and supervisor. My area of passion lies with children, families, and new/expecting mothers. I specialize in helping these individuals navigate through depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I enjoy using Play Therapy techniques with younger children and believe that making therapy an enjoyable place to be is imperative to treatment success. Matt and I both believe in applying a person-centered approach to aid our clients in meeting the goals they are hoping to achieve through therapy. If you think we could be a good fit for you or your family, please reach out via email or phone for a free consultation.

*I am currently working on my Doula Certificate and will soon be offering Birth Doula Services.

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My name is Jessica Ladd. I am a fully licensed social worker and graduated with my master’s degree from the University of Michigan in 2019. I have served West Michigan as a social worker for the past 3 years, working with individuals across the lifespan as a case manager and therapist. I specialize in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life changes. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and am certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy. I also have experience in play and art therapy. Using a person centered and trauma based approach, I hope to guide clients to healing and achieving their personal goals.

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My name is Jacqueline Rake. I am a limited licensed social worker and graduated with my degree from Grand Valley State University in 2019. My experiences lie in providing therapy to children and families within a school, home, and office based setting. I have found genuine passion in working with young children and families as they navigate through transitional spaces within their life. I specialize in working through anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, and trauma. During sessions, I enjoy maintaining a strengths-based approach, while implementing Play and Sand therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. I believe in providing a safe, genuine space that promotes person-centered growth, understanding, and the collaborative exploration of emotions and experiences within therapy sessions.

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I’m Kristie Thebo, a dedicated and compassionate therapist with a focus on empowering individuals and families to navigate their mental health journey. As a Limited Licensed Masters Level Social Worker, I hold a graduate degree from Michigan State University and have a strong background in community mental health.

With over three years of experience in Community Mental Health and seven years in various social work services, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice. I specialize in assisting individuals with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues, providing tailored support and interventions.

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My name is Felipe Trevino (he/him), and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I have been providing therapy since 2016, gaining valuable experience in various settings, including transitional housing, correctional facilities, and home-based environments. My focus has been on supporting individuals facing a wide range of mental health and substance use challenges, with a specialization in treating anxiety, depression, and substance use-related issues.

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My name is Melanie Dekkers (she/her), and I am a fully licensed social worker with a Masters in Social Work from the University of Montana. Since 2013, I have been privileged to work alongside children, teens, and adults as a social worker and therapist. My experience includes grief counseling, hospice, mood disorders, trauma and Trauma, behavioral challenges, juvenile justice, gender-affirming support, and life transitions for all ages.

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Caitlin Jimerson, LLMSW, is a graduate of Grand Valley State University where she received her Master of Social Work. She also obtained a Bachelor of Human Services from Baker College and an Associate of Applied Science from Ferris State University in Early Childhood Education.

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