Women's+ Health Collective

19/06/2025

🌟 Celebrating Juneteenth: Honoring History, Advocating for Health Equity 🌟

On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved Black people in the United States were finally informed of their freedom, over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. This historic date, known as Juneteenth, signifies the end of slavery and the beginning of a long fight for equality and justice.

We recognize that the legacy of systemic oppression continues to impact the health and well-being of Black individuals today. Disparities in healthcare access and treatment often reflect historical injustices that still resonate in our society.

Health equity is not just a goal; it is a necessity. We are committed to ensuring that every person, particularly those from marginalized communities, has access to quality healthcare without discrimination.

💜 Join Us in Action:
1. Educate yourself and others about the importance of Juneteenth and its implications for today’s society.
2. Advocate for equitable healthcare policies that prioritize the needs of all, particularly in underserved communities.
3. Support local Black-owned organizations.
4. Seek out opportunities to hear from and learn from Black voices about their experiences and perspectives on Juneteenth.

As we commemorate this important day, we reaffirm our commitment to be allies in the ongoing pursuit of health equity. Together, let’s honor the significance of Juneteenth by working toward a future where everyone receives the compassionate care they deserve.

✨ Let’s transform our collective history into actionable change for a healthier, more equitable tomorrow.

06/06/2025

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22/03/2025

So happy to have Erin and Lily represent WHC at Mom’s Bloom for their Rest and Refresh afternoon. If you haven’t heard of this organization, please look them up! They are a phenomenal organization supporting our postpartum and parenting community💖

13/03/2025

Yesterday was National Registered Dietitian Day and we are blessed with the best of the best! Help us show some love for Amy !! Amy is a board certified specialist in oncology nutrition by day and spends her evenings working with our patients experiencing complex intersections of metabolic disruptions. Her passion for nutrition and for women’s health is unparalleled. We’re so grateful to you, Amy!💙

12/03/2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the impact of collaborative care! It’s time to give menopause and s€xuality the 🎤🙌🏼

✨ NEXT FRIDAY! ✨ The AASECT Institute presents Menopause 360: A Whole-Person Approach to Wellness — a one-day immersive virtual experience diving into menopause, sexuality, pleasure, and whole-person well-being.

Meet the panelists of Collaborative Care for Menopause: Mind, Body, and Beyond:
💜 Dr. Lynn Wang, MD, CSC, CSE
💜 Nisha McKenzie, PA-C, CSC, MSCP, IF
💜 Alycia Williams, MS, LPC
💜 Facilitator: De-Andrea Blaylock-Solar, LCSW-S, CST

This is your chance to expand your expertise and learn how to better support clients through every stage of menopause.

🎟️ Secure your spot today at aasectinstitute.com!

11/03/2025

Another cohort of brilliant, trauma informed, passionate, world changing S*xuality Counselors graduated today from 🫶🏼🤩💙💛 So grateful to them for long days of listening and learning, to for co-teaching, and to and Liz - the program directors who are integral in putting these change makers out into the world!

28/02/2025

👏🏼ISSWSH/ISSM Annual conference Day 1!

🙌🏼Our largest attendee count ever!🙌🏼

🤩Intracrinology - how seggs steroids are produced and act within cells with ISSWSH President Dr Vignozzi.
- [ ] Androgens have anti-inflammatory effects on vaginal tissue
- [ ] Testosterone has potential here, but (as always) we need more data

🤩The Big “O” Process of Care
- [ ] Assessment and treatment options from Dr Annamarie Giraldi
- [ ] Taking a biopsychosocial approach to both individual and partnered concerns

🤩🤩Inhibition and excitation science and meds for anorg@smia from the 2 OGs, Dr Komisurak and Dr Goldstein!🤯

🤩Practical tips for couples from Pelvic Floor PTs, seggs therapists, and seggual medicine specialists

🤩🤩🤩It’s tough to say we had a favorite today, but our favorite was totally seeing research coming down the pipes on PAIN CONTROL FOR GYN PROCEDURES!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

27/02/2025

We are hiring! Please share if you know someone who would blend well with our team 💙

Easy 1-Click Apply Women's Health Collective Certified Registered Medical Assistant 3Yrs Experience Required job in Grand Rapids, MI. Apply now!

21/02/2025

Our friends at Grand Rapids Specialty Therapy are growing! We’re so grateful for their presence in our community, for their support of the people we care about, and for their work to constantly meet people where they need to be met. Welcome Kaili!!🥰

Staff intro! Meet Kaili Ball, LMSW.

Kaili is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Ferris State University and her Master of Social Work degree from Grand Valley State University. Kaili has over nine years of experience working with depression, anxiety, life transitions, mood disorders, family and/or relational conflict, grief, complex medical diagnoses, and trauma. Additionally, Kaili holds a Certificate in S*x Therapy from the University of Michigan with over 150 hours of specialized training and education in sexual health and well-being. This includes work with LGBTQIA+ folx, concerns with desire/libido, pain, trauma, and more.

Kaili recognizes that the decision to start therapy can be overwhelming and anxiety provoking. You may be wondering how therapy can help or who the right therapist is. You are not alone! Kaili’s hope is to help you feel comfortable and confident in your decision to be here. She strives to create an environment in which areas for change can be identified while highlighting the strengths you already possess. Kaili finds value in building trust, fostering connection, and embracing vulnerability with all her clients. Kaili offers individual therapy to clients ages 16+ with skills including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness based approaches.

Affirmation and acceptance of your personal identity and lifestyle are the core of my practice! Everyone can benefit from therapy - I look forward to the opportunity of helping YOU!