Trauma Therapy Near Ada, MI

Old experiences can show up in everyday Ada routines. You might notice tension while driving along Fulton Street or feel uneasy at Roselle Park when something unexpected happens. We begin by creating steadiness in your familiar spaces so daily life becomes more manageable again.

Initial sessions prioritize safety and control. I will not pressure you to share your full story. We incorporate brief, body-centered techniques and a clear stop signal. When you feel more grounded, we collaborate on what to address next, whether it is a current stressor or a past event that still feels heavy.

How I Help With Trauma in Ada

  • Rebuild a sense of safety for sleep, focus, and routines at home

  • Learn quick grounding techniques you can apply before meetings, during grocery runs, or in quiet moments

  • Transform responses like withdrawal, overworking, or excessive accommodation into intentional choices

  • Update beliefs about blame, trust, and control so the past has less pull

  • Notice small shifts that emerge during ordinary Ada days

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My Approach

There is no single method that works for everyone. I draw from multiple modalities including Brainspotting for deeper processing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for thought and behavior patterns, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) when belief work needs structure. We will discover together what fits your needs and nervous system. Some clients respond to body-based work, others to cognitive shifts, and many benefit from a combination that evolves over time. Goals stay specific and practical so you can recognize progress in your daily Ada life.

For full details about my approach, see Trauma Therapy in Grand Rapids.

FAQ

How long does trauma therapy typically take? Timeline varies by person. Some find relief in weeks while others benefit from longer support. We check progress regularly and adjust as needed.

What if I'm not ready to discuss certain details? That's completely normal. You direct what we explore and when. Healing doesn't require telling everything.

Can therapy help if the trauma happened years ago? Absolutely. The nervous system can shift at any point. Time passed doesn't determine whether treatment will be effective.

Our Office

4829 E Beltline Ave NE #303, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

(616) 951-1388

Hours

Monday-Friday

8am-5pm

(by appointment only)

Getting Here From Ada

  • From Downtown Ada:

    1. Follow Bronson Gate Rd to Fulton St

    2. Head south

    3. Turn right toward Bronson Gate Rd

    4. Turn left onto Bronson Gate Rd

    5. Continue on M-21 W/Fulton St. Take M-44 E/E Beltline Ave NE to Grand River Dr NE in Northview. You’ll pass Collins Elementary on your left before your turn.

    6. Turn right onto M-21 W/Fulton St

    7. Use the right lane to merge onto I-96 W via the ramp to M-37 N/Grand Rapids/Muskegon

    8. Take exit 38 for M-44 S/E Beltline Ave toward M-37 S/M-21 S

    9. Use any lane to turn right onto M-44 E/E Beltline Ave NE

    10. Drive to your destination. You’ll pass the Corewell Health Care Center on your right and the Vineyard Church of North Grand Rapids on your right.

    11. Turn left into The Pines Office Park and drive up the hill and around back

    12. Your destination will be on your left (suite #303)

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