Trauma Therapy Near Forest Hills, MI
Past experiences can surface during routine moments in Forest Hills. You might feel your chest tighten while waiting at the corner of Woodward and Central, or sense discomfort at Jaycee Park when something catches you off guard. We start by building stability in the places you already know, making ordinary days feel less overwhelming.
Early sessions focus on establishing safety and agency. There's no expectation to recount everything at once. We use short, somatic practices and establish a clear boundary signal. As you develop steadier ground, we decide together what deserves attention—whether that's a present-day challenge or something from years ago that still lingers.
How I Help With Trauma in Forest Hills
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
Shift automatic reactions like pulling away, overextending yourself, or constant people-pleasing into deliberate responses
Update beliefs about blame, trust, and control so the past has less pull
Notice small shifts that emerge during ordinary Forest Hills days
My Approach
No single technique serves everyone equally. I integrate various methods including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for structured belief revision, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for examining thought-action cycles, and Brainspotting when deeper integration is needed. We'll figure out together what matches your nervous system and circumstances. Some people connect with somatic interventions, others with cognitive reframing, and many find value in a flexible blend that adjusts along the way. We keep goals concrete and measurable so you notice tangible shifts in your everyday Forest Hills experience.
For full details about my approach, see Trauma Therapy in Grand Rapids.
FAQ
Is it possible to work on trauma without reliving it? Yes. Many effective approaches don't require detailed recounting. We can address the impact without replaying every moment.
What happens if I feel worse before feeling better? Some temporary discomfort can be part of the process as your system recalibrates. We move at a sustainable pace and adjust if things feel too intense.
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.
My Office
4829 E Beltline Ave NE #303, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-5pm
(by appointment only)
Driving Directions from Forest Hills, MI
Head northwest on Buttrick Ave SE toward Thornapple River Dr SE
Turn right onto Thornapple River Dr SE. You’ll pass Ada Railroad Bridge.
Continue onto Headley St SE
Use the left lane to turn slightly right toward M-21 W/Fulton St
Turn left onto M-21 W/Fulton St. You’ll pass Collins Elementary on your left before your turn.
Use the right lane to merge onto I-96 W via the ramp to M-37 N/Grand Rapids/Muskegon
Take exit 38 for M-44 S/E Beltline Ave toward M-37 S/M-21 S
Use any lane to turn right onto M-44 E/E Beltline Ave NE
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.
Turn left into The Pines Office Park and drive up the hill and around back
Your destination will be on your left (suite #303)