Brave Grand Rapids

Brave Grand Rapids Brave Grand Rapids is a counseling service that exists to help adults lead emotionally healthy, posi What is Brave? Your Journey. What to expect? A conversation.

A Grand Rapids counseling service committed to helping others journey into self-acceptance, confidence, and authenticity. Brave Grand Rapids exists to enable our community’s young adults to lead emotionally healthy, confident, and intentional lives. Our experienced counselors specialize in issues related to depression, anxiety, identity, assertiveness, anger, relationships, trauma, and grief. We w

ant to know you and help you know yourself. We’ll honor your voice. We’ll ask you questions, and then we’ll listen. Your Story. YOUR FIRST SESSION will consist of an introduction to Brave, and then we’ll dive into your story. In the following sessions, we’ll continue where we left off, or we’ll start somewhere new—whatever you need. Be BRAVE. We’d love to hear from you! Whether it’s an email or Facebook message, call or text, we are eager to get to know you. Tell us what's going on and we'll set you up with one of our experienced counselors. You can expect a response from us within 24 hours.

Wisdom can come from anywhere, even a round little bear!
08/30/2024

Wisdom can come from anywhere, even a round little bear!

Woof! Happy National Dog Day!
08/26/2024

Woof! Happy National Dog Day!

There's been a lot of talk about cortisol lately, especially on TikTok. But what does "cortisol" do exactly, other than ...
08/21/2024

There's been a lot of talk about cortisol lately, especially on TikTok. But what does "cortisol" do exactly, other than warn your body about stress? It affects your:
- Metabolism: Cortisol increases the body's metabolism of glucose.
- Blood pressure: Cortisol helps control blood pressure.
- Inflammation: Cortisol reduces inflammation.
- Sleep-wake cycle: Cortisol helps control the body's circadian rhythm.
- Fight or flight: Cortisol helps mobilize energy to confront or flee from danger.

What is said in session stays in session.
08/19/2024

What is said in session stays in session.

If you're chasing after external validation, you'll never feel fulfilled. A great question to ask yourself is, "What wou...
08/16/2024

If you're chasing after external validation, you'll never feel fulfilled. A great question to ask yourself is, "What would my younger self think of me now?" The answer will probably surprise you!

Therapy, especially talk therapy, can feel slow going. But here are three ways to know that you're making progress.
08/14/2024

Therapy, especially talk therapy, can feel slow going. But here are three ways to know that you're making progress.

Starting therapy can be scary, but we know you're brave!
08/12/2024

Starting therapy can be scary, but we know you're brave!

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotio...
08/10/2024

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable. Readers will see how these parents create a sense of neglect, and discover ways to heal from the pain and confusion caused by your childhood. By freeing yourself from your parents’ emotional immaturity, you can recover your true nature, control how you react to them, and avoid disappointment. Finally, you’ll learn how to create positive, new relationships so you can build a better life.

Research by Dr. David Lewis showed that reading as little as six minutes a day can decrease stress levels by 60% by redu...
08/09/2024

Research by Dr. David Lewis showed that reading as little as six minutes a day can decrease stress levels by 60% by reducing your heart rate, easing muscle tension, and altering your state of mind. 📕 Go ahead and crack open that book!

It's about the journey.
08/07/2024

It's about the journey.

Happy National Friendship Day! Make sure to tell your friends you love them.
08/04/2024

Happy National Friendship Day! Make sure to tell your friends you love them.

We think you should be as comfy as possible during therapy. That's why we made our interiors light, bright, and welcomin...
08/02/2024

We think you should be as comfy as possible during therapy. That's why we made our interiors light, bright, and welcoming.

Interested in being Brave with us? We're taking new patients.

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Grand Rapids, MI
49503

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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What is Brave? A Grand Rapids counseling service committed to helping others journey into self-acceptance, confidence, and authenticity. Brave Grand Rapids exists to enable our community’s adults to lead emotionally healthy, confident, and intentional lives. Our experienced counselors specialize in issues related to depression, anxiety, identity, assertiveness, anger, relationships, trauma, and grief. Your Journey. What to expect? A conversation. We want to know you and help you know yourself. We’ll honor your voice. We’ll ask you questions, and then we’ll listen. Your Story. YOUR FIRST SESSION will consist of an introduction to Brave, and then we’ll dive into your story. In the following sessions, we’ll continue where we left off, or we’ll start somewhere new—whatever you need. Be BRAVE. We’d love to hear from you! Whether it’s an email or Facebook message, call or text, we are eager to get to know you. Tell us what's going on and we'll set you up with one of our experienced counselors. You can expect a response from us within 24 hours. Call or Text: (616) 419-8628 Email: bravegrandrapids@gmail.com