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Mindful Counseling GR

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Mindful Counseling GR

A counseling practice committed to serving the Greater Grand Rapids area by providing the highest quality counseling and psychotherapy services to our clients.

We help people just like you get unstuck. Maybe you’re stuck because of self-limiting beliefs, nagging anxiety, shame from your past, an inner critic that won’t shut up, or a depression that constantly whispers a message of hopelessness. We can help you journey into these parts of your story, reclaim hope and move beyond being stuck. We believe that as human beings we already have everything we need to flourish. The dilemma is that life happens. Life inevitably introduces various degrees of harm and tragedy into our stories. Sometimes the harm is clear as in cases of overt abuse. Other times the harm is more subtle and confusing and you might find yourself saying something like, "I don't know what's wrong with me. My life looks good on paper. I didn't have it bad at all compared to other people. I should just get over it." Whichever is the case, your most authentic self naturally develops survival strategies to protect itself in the aftermath. This tends to work for you on some level until you reach a point when simple survival is no longer enough and a deep desire for more begins to slowly wake up. This desire can be disruptive and scary at times because it is calling you to leave the relative safety and familiarity of your survival strategies in order to move on to a more life-giving path. There are several general themes that tend to come up in counseling. The themes tend to be embedded childhood wounds that become limiting beliefs about oneself. Take a look and see if any of these resonate with your experience. If so, counseling can help.

*You experienced severe criticism which now sounds like a nagging inner critic telling you that you’re never good enough.

*You were taught that your needs are selfish and so you constantly sacrifice your needs for those of others hoping that eventually someone will do the same for you, but it never seems to feel reciprocated.

*You were only loved for what you could accomplish, not simply for who you are.

*You experienced abandonment (either physical or emotional) and you never quite feel like others understand you.

*You had overly controlling or intrusive parents.

*Your trust was betrayed in some way, leaving you with a sense that the world is not a safe place.

*You were deprived of nurturing during painful experiences.

*Your environment was unsafe physically, emotionally, or spiritually.

*You were overlooked, neglected and developed a deep belief that your needs do not matter.

12/01/2025

It’s a new month and we have a new introduction. 🎉

Welcome to Claystone, Sarah Pattison!
Learn about Sarah below and by visiting our site:
mindfulcounselinggr.com/sarah-pattison.

In Sarah’s words: “I believe all individuals have the capacity to heal, change, and grow. My role is to help you discover your most authentic self and strengthen your own resources so that you can live a fuller life. I work with adults across the lifespan and provide support navigating past or recent trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and identity exploration. I understand everyone’s journey with therapy is unique. My therapeutic approach is grounded in collaboration, curiosity, and compassion.“

🤳 If you’re interested in making an appointment, please fill out our contact form via mindfulcounselinggr.com/contact.

11/24/2025

We’d like to welcome Jessica Roberts to our Claystone location! 👏

Jessica believes counseling is a space to reflect, get to know yourself a little better, and to develop skills to meet yourself with more compassion and understanding.

Jessica works with adults who are navigating identity exploration, life transitions, existential concerns, grief, emotional regulation, self-esteem concerns, LGBTQ+ topics, relational communication and conflict, perfectionism, anxiety, and depression. She works with couples seeking premarital counseling and those looking to improve communication and conflict resolution skills. She utilizes q***r, feminist, compassion-focused, and culturally-sensitive theories to inform her work with clients and supervisees.

Learn more about Jessica and book an appointment on our website.

💻 mindfulcounselinggr.com/jessica-roberts.

11/20/2025

We currently have several openings for therapists who want to do this work in a supportive community rather than in isolation. These 1099 positions have scheduling flexibility along with a recently updated and competitive split.

Visit our website at mindfulcounselinggr.com/join-our-team.

10/20/2025

Therapy is beneficial at all times— even when nothing feels wrong in your life. More often than not, we hear this notion of therapy only being for those who are “struggling.”

The fact is: therapy meets us exactly where we are.

🤳Share in the comments any misconceptions you’ve heard or once believed about seeking therapy.

10/17/2025

Seeking support through counseling is a process that requires commitment, vulnerability and a desire for healing. This process might feel challenging, but our team is here with you every step of the way.

Curious about how to get started? Reach out via mindfulcounselinggr.com/contact and remember, there is power in prioritizing your healing.

10/10/2025

Standale welcomes Breanna Vouaux, LMSW. 👋

Breanna became a therapist after seven years of working in the settings of long-term, palliative and hospice care. These experiences have proven beneficial, as she now provides individual and couples counseling to those experiencing life transitions, trauma, grief, relationship stressors, medical conditions, attachment concerns and mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD.

Visit the link in our bio or mindfulcounselinggr.com/breanna-vouaux to learn more about Breanna’s background and to schedule an appointment.

08/20/2025

Our Standale location welcomes Cassidy Grooms!

Cassidy strives to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, with the understanding that therapy can only thrive in a space of safety and trust. That is her first priority, to ensure your story can be heard with warmth and without judgment.

Visit mindfulcounselinggr.com/cassidy-grooms to read her full bio and to make an appointment.

08/04/2025

We have another Parchmemt team member to introduce. 🎉
Erin Rauch strives to create a space where both therapist and client show up as real people, committed to vulnerability and honest exploration. Through this co-created experience, clients can examine, feel, grieve, celebrate, and integrate the complexities of their lives, leading to a fuller, more liberated way of being.

Visit our website to learn more about Erin’s approach and to make an appointment, mindfulcounselinggr.com/erin-rauch.

06/20/2025

🏞️ Flowing With the River of Grief, by Adam Thompson.

Read the latest MCGR blog post by visiting mindfulcounselinggr.com/blog.

06/05/2025

Meet Dan, our newest addition to the Standale team.

With Dan, you can expect unconditional positive regard in a safe environment where you are valued, encouraged, supported, and free from judgment. Your experiences and emotions are sacred ground.

Visit the link in our bio or mindfulcounselinggr.com/dan-wright to learn more and make an appointment.

05/14/2025

Introducing Adam, our newest addition to the Parchment team! As a Counseling Intern, Adam does not participate with any insurances, but does offer a sliding scale ranging from $25-$50 per session. In addition to regular business hours, he also currently has afternoon/evening availability. Follow the link in our bio to schedule with Adam.

05/09/2025

STANDALE UPDATE: We’d like to welcome Kelly Gryniewicz to the team!

Kelly works with clients who are interested in better understanding themselves and their relationships, and she offers support around issues including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, s*x, gender, and more. She has experience working with adolescents and young adults, and she tailors her approach to each client’s needs.

Kelly earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan and completed a certificate in Trauma-Informed Care during her studies. She received her certificate in S*xuality Education and S*x Therapy from the University of Michigan S*xual Health Certificate Program in 2025.

Learn more about Kelly and make an appointment by visiting our website via the link in our bio.

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985 Parchment Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

Telephone

+16164252412

Website

http://mindfulcounselinggr.com/

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