Somatic therapists in Kalamazoo, MI
Browse Somatic therapists in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Amanda Etienne
Psychologist, Psy.D
If you're a woman who's spent years doing everything "right," (achieving, handling, holding it together...) you may have noticed that success didn't fill the gap you thought it would. I work with capable, high-achieving women who are realizing they want more than functioning: they want to actually know themselves, and to let the people in their life know them too.
Many of my clients grew up being told they were "too sensitive" or "too much." I believe sensitivity isn't the problem to manage away - it's a strength that got mislabeled, and often the very thing that makes deep connection possible. Together, we slow down enough to build a real relationship with yourself, not just a polished explanation of yourself.
I offer virtual therapy across Colorado, Washington, and all PSYPACT states, specializing in anxiety, perfectionism, and relational and sexual trauma. If you're ready to stop managing your sensitivity and start using it, I'd love to talk.
3 Years Experience
Online in Kalamazoo, MI (Online Only)
Somatic
Lyz Luidens
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
Therapy is a brave step in the process of navigating life’s current challenges and healing past wounds in a safe environment. I offer a unique and compassionate perspective to therapy, employing IFS/parts work, Somatic strategies, and Psychodynamic methods, while drawing on the transformative power of curiosity and creativity as impactful tools for healing and growth. As a genderqueer person and 10 year resident of the city of Detroit, I recognize that oppressive systems contribute to mental health disparities among marginalized groups.
Combining my extensive experience teaching art across all age groups, my Master’s in Social Work, and my experience as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I work from a feminist, anti-racist, perspective.
Working with children (ages 6 and up), teens, and adults, my commitment to inclusivity includes LGBTQIA+ issues, disability, trauma, ADHD, autism, depression, and anxiety. I am here to provide a compassionate therapeutic experience for you to explore your narrative, embrace your strengths, and foster resilience, hope, and joy.
Informed by an intersectional lens, my approach is grounded in equality and empowerment, addressing the impact of all parts of your identity on how you navigate the world and approach growth and healing. I will support you in navigating these complex experiences and identities through empowerment, using Psychodynamic, Somatic, and Internal Family Systems methods. I am affirming of all queer, chronically ill/disabled, and neurodivergent identities, and always continuing my education on the liberation of all people, whether I have shared experience with them or not.
I have particular experience and understanding of the difficulty that neurodivergent, queer, and chronically ill people face in navigating our healthcare system, job market, and social world. I am also well versed in religious trauma, particularly experienced by queer people. Though these are my areas of focus, I am here to affirm and empower anyone looking for support navigating mental health issues, life changes, issues with self worth, trauma, and anything anything that you are struggling to process on your own. I am honored to walk beside on your journey towards healing, growth, and joy.
2 Years Experience
Online in Kalamazoo, MI (Online Only)
Somatic
Success Behavioral Health, Teresa J Lynch
Psychologist, PhD, LP, CCHT, CMHIMP
You cannot just "get over it" when dealing with pain, depression, anxiety or trauma or just "stop" habits like overeating, smoking cigarettes, or just "go to sleep." These problems are not simple and and involve multiple factors and the mind-body relationship can exert a positive influence on our physical and mental well-being. By using integrated mind-body approaches, including psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, biofeedback, and movement, I can help you identify and improve areas of your life that may have been overlooked, but significantly affects your health and quality of life.
18 Years Experience
Online in Kalamazoo, MI
Somatic
Monica Pitek-Fugedi
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, NCC, CCATP
Therapy is a unique experience. As such, I work with you to develop treatment goals and strategies that will best work for you. I take the time to get to know you and learn about your history so that we can establish a rapport. I believe that no significant change happens without a significant relationship. Therefore, my goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment for you to feel open to sharing your story.
I work from perspective of understanding and change. As such, I will support you in helping you to understand your self-defeating beliefs, relationship patterns, and the stories that you tell yourself that create your rules for living. I will help you to challenge and reframe thoughts so that you can live your most empowered life.
I work with cognitive-behavioral, acceptance, and commitment, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) practices to help you manage anxiety and life obstacles. I am also trained in EMDR, which has been proven to be effective in helping those who have experienced trauma.
20 Years Experience
Online in Kalamazoo, MI
Somatic
Transformational Choices
Therapist, LMSW, LPC, CAADC, LLMSW
Transformational Choices respects and affirms each client and works in partnership to create a life based in positivity and action. We want you to give yourself permission to shine and develop the future that you deserve. We accept you and honor your story and experience.
Online in Kalamazoo, MI
Somatic Therapy therapists in Kalamazoo, MI Statistics
Somatic Therapy therapists in Kalamazoo, MI average 15 years of experience and charge around $193 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (84%), Trauma and PTSD (74%), and Stress (68%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$193
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Stress |
| 65% | Depression |
| 65% | Self Esteem |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
| 52% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 32% | Teen |
| 13% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |