Business Details
8 Years
experience
Mental Health Therapy Services Grand Rapids
northeastGRcounseling is a dedicated mental health practice serving individuals, families, and communities in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our team of licensed therapists brings extensive experience in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and trauma-informed care to address anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and identity exploration. We prioritize client-centered approaches, emphasizing compassion, cultural competence, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each person's unique journey.With specialized expertise in LGBTQ+ affirming care, gender identity support, and trauma recovery, our clinicians foster safe, non-judgmental spaces for growth. We maintain professional affiliations with major insurance providers while offering flexible payment options to ensure accessible mental health services for diverse populations.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Counseling
Child and Teen Therapy
Couples Counseling
Gender Affirming Care
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Our therapists hold advanced certifications in trauma-focused modalities like EMDR and TF-CBT
- We offer specialized LGBTQ+ affirming care and gender identity support
- Clinicians maintain ongoing training in evidence-based practices including CBT and DBT
- We accept major insurance plans and offer flexible payment options
- Our team includes specialists in adolescent mental health and family systems therapy
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions create safe spaces for adults and adolescents to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Therapists use evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness to develop personalized treatment plans. Clients gain self-awareness and coping skills through collaborative, non-judgmental therapeutic relationships focused on long-term emotional growth.
Family Counseling
Family counseling helps improve communication patterns and resolve conflicts across diverse family structures. Our clinicians address intergenerational dynamics, parenting challenges, and relationship healing using systemic approaches. Sessions focus on strengthening connections while respecting individual needs and boundaries within the family unit.
Child and Teen Therapy
Specialized therapy for children aged 8+ and adolescents addresses anxiety, behavioral issues, and social challenges. Clinicians use age-appropriate techniques including play therapy and CBT to help young clients develop emotional regulation skills. Family involvement supports comprehensive treatment for school-related stress and developmental transitions.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and resolving conflicts in romantic relationships. Therapists address intimacy issues, life transitions, and patterned arguments through structured sessions that promote mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving strategies for long-term relationship health.
Gender Affirming Care
Our gender-affirming services include identity exploration, transition support, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals. Clinicians provide informed care for gender dysphoria, discrimination-related stress, and self-acceptance journeys using trauma-informed, culturally competent approaches tailored to each client's unique experience.
People
Chrie Elahl
LMSW
Chrie Elahl specializes in helping adults explore thought patterns and behavioral cycles through a holistic mind-body-spirit approach. She focuses on trauma, anxiety, and self-confidence issues while emphasizing personalized healing journeys in a non-judgmental environment.
Elizabeth Josey
LMSW-C, CAADC
Elizabeth Josey addresses anxiety, substance use, and emotional stress using evidence-based methods like ACT and CBT. She emphasizes mindful self-compassion and values-driven decision-making to help clients achieve sustainable personal growth and improved well-being.
Austin Gonzalez
LMSW
Austin Gonzalez provides person-centered therapy for anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. With experience in community mental health, they offer LGBTQ+ affirming care and specialize in helping clients navigate identity exploration and gender-affirming processes.
Rachael Mathiak
LCSW, LMSW
Rachael Mathiak treats anxiety and mood disorders across the lifespan using CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques. She combines social justice advocacy with clinical expertise to support clients through personal growth and mental health challenges.
Rachel Lettinga
LMSW, RYT 200
Rachel Lettinga specializes in trauma recovery and LGBTQ+ mental health using EMDR, ACT, and trauma-informed yoga. She focuses on helping clients process complex trauma while integrating mind-body healing approaches for comprehensive therapeutic outcomes.
Questions
What therapy options are available for LGBTQ+ individuals?
We provide specialized gender-affirming care, identity exploration support, and LGBTQ+ counseling with clinicians trained in cultural competence and inclusive practices.
Do you accept insurance for mental health services?
Yes, we accept major insurance providers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, and Medicaid. Please verify specific coverage with our office.
What ages do your therapists work with?
Our clinicians serve clients from age 8 through adulthood, offering specialized approaches for children, teens, and adults.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact our Grand Rapids office directly through therapist-specific contact information or use our general inquiry portal for initial scheduling assistance.
What mental health specialties do your counselors have?
Our team specializes in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, relationship counseling, gender identity support, and evidence-based treatments like CBT and EMDR.
Do you offer telehealth therapy sessions?
We provide both in-person sessions at our Grand Rapids location and virtual therapy options for eligible clients.
