Our Therapy Services in Michigan
at Mariposa Counseling
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Our therapists are professionally trained and passionate in care to support you in your healing. To schedule Call/Text (616) 284-1329 or email our office manager Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com for quick, easy, and always judgement-free scheduling.
Healing can happen and we are here to help. To schedule with one of our amazing therapists simply Call/Text at (616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com for quick, easy, and always judgement-free scheduling.
Signs therapy may be a good option for you...
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Panic Attacks
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Nightmares
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Flashbacks
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Feelings of Numbness
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Disengaged
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Loss of trust
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Hypervigilance to Surroundings
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Out of Control Emotions
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Frequent Bursts of Anger
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Isolation
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Fear of Being Hurt or Betrayed
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Overall Sadness
Are you struggling with managing a situation or problem in your life? Not sure where to turn or what to do? Counseling can help you explore options and find stability.
Providers:
Reach out today for thoughtful and fast scheduling. Just Call/Text
(616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com for quick, easy, and always judgement-free scheduling.
Signs Grief Therapy May Benefit You:
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Difficulty processing the loss.
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Interference with daily life and productivity.
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Loss of joy.
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Intense pain.
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Guilt or shame surrounding the loss.
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New or heightened feelings of fear.
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Changes in appetite.
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Loss of interest in things you love or enjoy.
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Prolonged sadness.
Things you may be grieving:
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People
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Pets
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End of Relationship
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Loss of Job
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Health Concerns
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Financial Struggles (loss of stability)
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Identity Crisis
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Child Moving Out
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and much more...
Grief comes in many forms and for many different reasons. Grief is not something to simply "get over" and our therapists are available to walk alongside you in your grief and teach you new ways to process your loss as well as create an increased tolerance to move forward with. You do not have to endure your grief alone; we can help.
Providers:
Scheduling is quick, easy, and always free of judgement. Simply Call/Text at (616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
What can EMDR help with?
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History of Child Abuse
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Neglect
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Sexual Abuse
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Domestic Violence
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Extreme Grief
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Chronic Illness
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High Life Stresses
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Eating Disorders
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… and so much more
Can EMDR help me?
Yes! No trauma is too great to heal from. With EMDR therapy there is hope. Our therapist Amber Jarve will guide you through your traumatic events that are stored in your body and mind. EMDR tends to provide faster results in healing than other modalities.
Providers:
You can partner with our therapist Amber Jarve LMSW to further your healing with EMDR therapy. Amber is Level 1 EMDR trained and ready to help you move forward.
If you are ready to schedule your child for TraumaPlay™ therapy simply Call/Text at (616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
What can TraumaPlay™ therapy help with?
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Outbursts
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Isolation
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Deep Feelings of Sadness
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Hopelessness
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Aggression
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Defiance
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Changes in Personal Care
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Attention Struggles
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Changes in Eating
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and more…
Life is inherently traumatic. It can be hard to know if you are providing enough support to raise emotional attune children. Our therapists use research based approaches to help your child process their emotions and experiences and educate them on emotional intelligence skills.
Providers:
Our therapist Amber Jarve LMSW uses TraumaPlay™ Therapy to help children process their experiences and move forward in life with improved resilience. In addition to helping the child, she's able to work with the parent/guardian to give them a better understanding on how to best support their child.
Scheduling is quick, easy, and always free of judgement. Simply Call/Text at (616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
TF-CBT is used to heal from:
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Sexual Trauma
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Substance Use
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Eating Disorder
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Severe Mental Illness
TF-CBT helps to:
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Teach new coping skills.
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Improve caregiver and child communication.
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Relieve symptoms of distress.
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Eliminate unwanted behaviours.
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Shift unhelpful thought patterns.
TF-CBT is a proven approach that provides coping skills for kids to heal from trauma, as well as works to build improved communication between caregiver and child. When you choose Mariposa Counseling for your child/adolescent’s therapy, you are creating a partnership for healing. Together, you, your child, and your therapist can create a nurturing environment for lasting change.
Providers:
Working with our therapist Amber Jarve LMSW you will begin your first steps towards meaningful change for you and your child or teen. This short term therapy model can help in many ways, and Amber is eager to start that journey with you.
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Are you interested in scheduling your adolescent or teen for therapy? Scheduling is easy with same week appointments available. Just Call/Text to (616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
Sometimes your teen's need for therapy is obvious, while other times the changes in mind, attitude, and behavior may be less noticeable. Whatever you are noticing with your teen, our therapists can help!
Signs Therapy Would Benefit Your Adolescent:
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Physical changes
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Outbursts
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Extreme highs and lows
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Changes in school performance
Less Obvious Signs Our Therapists Can Help:
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They’ve become withdrawn
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Experiencing a lack or loss of confidence
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Change in their character
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You discover they are using substances such as drugs or alcohol
Navigating life with your teen's everchanging needs can feel difficult to manage on your own. There are emotional and cognitive changes happening that even the teen has trouble understanding. That's where therapy can come in. Our therapists can help guide your teen through their struggles and teach them new skills to best handle life.
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Are you ready to let go of your addiction? You are in the right place. Our therapists can help. For scheduling Call/Text at (616) 284-1329 or email our office manager Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
While not everyone becomes addicted to drugs or alcohol, there absolutely is hope for those that do! Psychology Today shares that the most recent U.S. National Survery more than 75% of people who do become addicted DO recover. With the help of therapy you will not have to walk the journey alone.
Signs that you may be addicted to drugs or alcohol include:
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Hiding Your Use
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Feelings of Guilt
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Loss of Ability to Control Use
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Struggles Maintaining Relationships
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Trouble Keeping a Job
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Housing Concern
These are just a few signs, but if using a substance is preventing you from having a fullfilling life, our therapists can help.
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You do not need to feel shame for your porn or sex addiction any longer. Our therapists can help. For scheduling Call/Text at (616) 284-1329 or email our office manager Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
Why might somebody seek porn/sex addiction therapy?
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Changes in Sexual Habits
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Inability to Control Watching Porn
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Infedelity
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Difficulty Staying Faithful
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Compulsive Sexual Thoughts
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Feelings of Shame Around Sexuality or Sexual Desires
Our therapists are Certified Sexual Addictions Therapists (CSAT). This means that you can rest easy knowing that they have the proper training to ensure a shame-free environment. This allows you to not only explore root causes of your addictions but to truly heal.
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Do you think therapy will benefit you and your partner's relationship? We make scheduling easy; just Call/Text (616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
At Mariposa Counseling, we commonly work with couples dealing with:
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Recurring Arguments
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Emotional Distance
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Betrayal, Infidelity, or Broken Trust
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Differing Parenting Styles
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Stress Around Raising Children
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Financial Struggles
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Life Transitions
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Intimacy Issues (mental and/or physical)
Couples counseling is not only for partners in relationship crisis but can also be used to improve communication skills, reestablish intimacy with each other, and create a deeper more powerful connection.
Our therapists meet couples where they are at in their relationship whether it be pre-marital times or many years later. Our therapists help by creating a calm judgement-free space for partners explore their goals, conflict styles, and expectations. With their guidance couples find lasting change; don't wait, call today!
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Are you looking for support after betrayal from you partner or spouse? You do not need to walk the journey alone. Alaina's group Beyond Broken is support for Christian women who have dealt with porn sex or infidelity betrayal. While the group is for Christian women, any woman in need of support is invited to come for support. Reach out today.
Cost:
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$25 Per Group Attended
When:
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Every Monday Evening
6P-8P
Where:
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In person at
1345 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49505 -
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If you are awaiting OWI sentencing or are looking to have your driver's license reinstated, we can provide a thorough assessment that meets all court and State of Michigan Requirements.
Expectations: You will receive your completed assessment 2-4 business days after the appointment.
We are unable to bill insurance for this service. You may pay by cash, check, or credit card.
Cost:
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$75 non-refundable deposit
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$225 due at the time of appointment
What To Bring:
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Lawyer information if applicable.
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Probation agent if applicable.
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A history of any treatment you have completed in the past.
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Information regarding any AA/NA meetings you have attended
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Any criminal history you may have and with dates of charges.
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A current list of prescribed medication.
For inquiries on having Alaina speak to your group simply Call or Text (616) 284-1329 or email Emily at echivis@mariposacounselingllc.com
Alaina is passionate about sharing her experience and knowledge to empower and educate others. Whether in a small group setting, or as a speaker to a larger group, she endeavors to partner with you to create understanding and support around mental health issues.
Address:
Cooper's Landing Building at
1345 Monroe Ave Suite 323
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
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