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Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Partner in Grand Rapids
At Health for Life Grand Rapids, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health counseling services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our team of licensed professionals brings extensive experience in evidence-based therapies, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based approaches. We prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships, recognizing this as the foundation for successful outcomes.With expertise in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, our practice serves individuals, couples, families, and groups across West Michigan. We emphasize personalized care, combining clinical excellence with compassionate support to help clients achieve lasting growth and emotional well-being.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Counseling
Couples Therapy
Group Sessions
EMDR Treatment
Mindfulness Therapy
Career Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Management
Depression Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of experience in trauma-informed counseling
- Our therapists are trained in EMDR, CBT, and TF-CBT methodologies
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Our team includes specialists in anxiety, depression, and life transitions
- We serve clients across West Michigan through in-person and telehealth options
What people say
Life-changing support
Compassionate therapists
Effective treatment methods
Supportive environment
Professional expertise
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions create a safe space for personal growth and healing. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-Based techniques, we help clients address anxiety, depression, and life challenges. Each treatment plan is customized to match your unique needs and goals, with sessions typically lasting 55-60 minutes. Our therapists work collaboratively with clients to develop coping strategies and promote lasting emotional wellness.
EMDR Treatment
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps process traumatic experiences effectively. This structured therapy uses bilateral stimulation to reduce the emotional impact of distressing memories. Our certified EMDR therapists work with clients to address trauma from various life experiences, helping them achieve symptom relief and emotional healing. This evidence-based approach has proven particularly effective for PTSD and complex trauma recovery.
Couples Therapy
Our couples therapy focuses on improving communication and strengthening relationships. Using approaches like The Gottman Method, we help partners address conflicts, rebuild trust, and develop healthier patterns. Sessions address specific relationship challenges while fostering deeper emotional connection. Our therapists work with couples at various stages to create more fulfilling partnerships through structured, goal-oriented counseling.
Group Therapy
Group therapy provides peer support for shared challenges through structured sessions with 6-8 participants. Our specialized groups address specific issues like anxiety, trauma recovery, and life transitions. Led by experienced therapists, these sessions offer both educational content and emotional support. Participants benefit from diverse perspectives while practicing new coping strategies in a safe, supportive environment.
Family Counseling
Family counseling addresses relationship dynamics and communication patterns within households. Our therapists help families navigate transitions, resolve conflicts, and strengthen connections. Sessions may involve entire families or specific members depending on the situation. We address issues like parenting challenges, sibling conflicts, and adjustment to life changes using systemic approaches that promote healthier family functioning.
People
Paul Krauss
Licensed Professional Counselor
Health for Life Grand Rapids has over 10 years of experience in mental health counseling. He specializes in trauma recovery, anxiety, and depression treatment using evidence-based methods like EMDR and CBT. His approach emphasizes personalized care and building strong therapeutic relationships.
Alexa Bates
Therapist
Alexa Bates specializes in trauma-focused therapy for adults, couples, and families. With training in TF-CBT, she helps clients recognize their strengths while addressing depression, anxiety, and trauma experiences.
Anna Utter
Therapist
Anna Utter provides trauma-informed care for survivors of sexual assault and neglect. Trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, and DBT, she offers individual therapy from a person-centered perspective for adolescents and adults.
Ashley Dykstra
Therapist
Ashley Dykstra offers trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Her approach combines CBT, EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy with a strengths-based perspective to help clients achieve emotional wellness.
Audrey Stein-Langdon
Therapist
Audrey Stein-Langdon specializes in working with neurodivergent individuals and those with developmental disabilities. With 15+ years of experience in healthcare and counseling, she provides both in-person and telehealth therapy services.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, family, couples, and group therapy using evidence-based methods like EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
Many of our therapists accept major insurance plans. Contact our office for specific details about your coverage.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer online therapy sessions for clients across Michigan to ensure accessible mental health care.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 616-365-5530 or use our online scheduling system to book a consultation with any of our therapists.
What experience do your therapists have?
Our team includes specialists with advanced training in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, and relationship counseling.
Do you offer crisis intervention services?
While we don't provide emergency services, we can connect you with local crisis resources when needed.
Reviews (4)
Sally Van Den Berg
Dec 31, 2017
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Fantastic! Paul is a passionate, intelligent, and honest. We couldn't be happier. I will continue to recommend Paul and his new clinic Health for Life.
Anger Program
Dec 01, 2017
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Paul is truly an expert. great personality too. We were so happy with the work he did for our program and people we referred him.
HappyPiano
Jul 26, 2017
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Very happy with the work Paul has done for our family! I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you Paul!
Theresa Sheridan
Jul 05, 2017
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Paul has helped me tremendously. I don't know where I'd be if I hadn't found him. He cares so much, and is extremely good at what he does. When I first started out with him I was a depressed and anxious mess, and now my life has changed for the better in many ways. Thank you Paul!
