Adolescent and Family Behavioral Health Services

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Psychologist: Group, Individual, Family, Couples, Marital, Adults, and Adolescents

Adolescent & Family Behavioral Health Services (AFBHS) is a private group practice with locations in Grand Rapids, Holland, and Saginaw MI which provides clients with the support, tools, and structure that will assist them in living life verses just existing. AFBHS provides mental health/counseling services specifically tailored to the needs of individuals, adults, adolescents, families, and couples through the use of evidence-based approaches. The practice is comprised of mental health professionals who specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) who provide the highest quality of clinical services and training for clients, the community, and other professionals. We are the only private practice in the area to offer a comprehensive DBT program and the only practice in West Michigan to offer a Family Matters group.

NEW THERAPIST ALERT:Join us in welcoming Ashley Miller, LLMSW. She is excited to bring prenatal and postpartum care to t...
03/23/2026

NEW THERAPIST ALERT:

Join us in welcoming Ashley Miller, LLMSW. She is excited to bring prenatal and postpartum care to the community! 🎉🎉🎉

03/19/2026

Healing is Legacy too…

SELF-INJURY MYTH BUSTERMyth: “If they wanted to stop, they would.”Truth: Self-harm can become a learned coping cycleWhen...
03/12/2026

SELF-INJURY MYTH BUSTER

Myth: “If they wanted to stop, they would.”
Truth: Self-harm can become a learned coping cycle
When emotional pain builds and relief follows the behavior, the brain reinforces it.
This is why skill-based therapy matters.

At Adolescent & Family Behavioral Health Services, we teach replacement skills that help individuals tolerate distress safely and effectively.
There is a path forward.

Visit our website to learn more about treatment options across Michigan:
https://www.adolescentfamilybhs.com/

Join A Glimpse of Africa for the Women & Girls Wellness Conversations on Saturday, March 14 at 12pm - 3pm. There will b...
03/12/2026

Join A Glimpse of Africa for the Women & Girls Wellness Conversations on Saturday, March 14 at 12pm - 3pm. There will be various topics and the one nearest to our heart is mental health.

Mental Health Session Facilitators: Fridah Kanini / Dr. Valencia Agnew

Redefining Strength, Setting Healthy Boundaries, and Seeking Support & Breaking Stigma Around Therapy.

The goal of A Glimpse of Africa is to create a welcoming space where women and girls feel comfortable learning, sharing experiences, and asking questions.

03/11/2026

SELF INJURY AWARENESS MONTH - PARENTS

If you discover your child is self-harming:
Pause.
Breathe.
Stay connected.
Punishment increases secrecy.
Shame increases risk.
Connection increases safety.

Try:
“I’m here. Help me understand what this is doing for you.”
“We’ll figure this out together.”
Professional support matters. Early intervention matters.

Learn more about our specialized treatment approach:
https://www.adolescentfamilybhs.com/self-injury-treatment

🧡 DBT & EMOTIONAL REGULATIONSelf-harm behaviors don’t start with the injury. They start with emotional overwhelm.Dialect...
03/06/2026

🧡 DBT & EMOTIONAL REGULATION

Self-harm behaviors don’t start with the injury. They start with emotional overwhelm.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches:
• Distress tolerance
• Emotional regulation
• Mindfulness
• Interpersonal effectiveness

DBT is not about “just stopping the behavior.” It’s about building the internal capacity to manage the emotions that drive the urge. When emotions are regulated, the urge often decreases.

If you’re in Michigan and looking for specialized support, explore our services:
https://www.adolescentfamilybhs.com/

🧡 EDUCATION: What Self-Injury Really IsSelf-injury is rarely about “attention.” More often, it is about:• Regulating ove...
03/04/2026

🧡 EDUCATION: What Self-Injury Really Is

Self-injury is rarely about “attention.” More often, it is about:
• Regulating overwhelming emotions
• Releasing internal pressure
• Feeling something when numb
• Communicating pain that feels unspeakable

Many individuals who self-harm are not trying to die. They are trying to COPE.

At Adolescent & Family Behavioral Health Services, this is a specialty area of care. We approach self-injury through trauma-informed, culturally responsive treatment that focuses on emotional regulation and skill-building.

Healing begins with understanding.
Learn more about our self-injury treatment services here:
https://www.adolescentfamilybhs.com/self-injury-treatment

Welcome Alexus!Our counseling interns have completed graduate level schooling and are required to work 600 hours prior t...
02/18/2026

Welcome Alexus!

Our counseling interns have completed graduate level schooling and are required to work 600 hours prior to applying for licensure. Under the direct supervision of a licensed practitioner, interns may diagnose and treat a variety of mental health conditions.

Our interns are available to provide quality care to those who are uninsured or unable to afford their insurance costs.

02/17/2026

This week, join us for a powerful presentation on su***de prevention for Black and African American communities.

L.E.T.S. Save Lives: An Introduction to Su***de Prevention for Black and African American Communities is a presentation created by and for Black people. Participants will:
- Learn the scope of su***de among the Black and African American population
- Identify su***de risk and protective factors for Black and African American communities
- And more.

Join us on February 19 at 6pm ET. Register: https://lets-bhm.attendease.com/

🌱 **Resilient Roots DBT Program – Now Enrolling for March!** At **Resilient Roots Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RR-DBT...
02/16/2026

🌱 **Resilient Roots DBT Program – Now Enrolling for March!**

At **Resilient Roots Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RR-DBT)**, we are committed to empowering African American youth with tools that strengthen emotional resilience, confidence, and coping skills.

Resilient Roots, a program of **Adolescent & Family Behavioral Health Services (AFBHS)**, is a culturally focused, evidence-based Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program designed for youth ages **7–13** who are experiencing significant emotional or behavioral challenges.

Research shows DBT programs have some of the **highest completion rates** among therapeutic interventions — and we are passionate about making this life-changing support accessible to our community.

We also cannot ignore this reality:
African American youth ages 5–12 are **twice as likely to die by su***de** than their White peers.

Resilient Roots exists to be a **protective factor** — equipping children and families with skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness in a culturally affirming space.

✨ **Affordability is NOT a barrier.**
We are committed to ensuring families can participate.

We are proud to partner with **Women On The MUV, Inc.** and **Baxter Community Center** to expand access and impact in our community.

📅 Groups begin in **March**.
Spots are limited.

If you know a family who could benefit from this program, please share this post with them.

👉 Register and learn more here:
[https://www.adolescentfamilybhs.com/resilient-roots-dialectical-behavior-therapy](https://www.adolescentfamilybhs.com/resilient-roots-dialectical-behavior-therapy)

Let’s strengthen our children from the inside out.
Let’s grow resilient roots. 🌳💛

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year?It's the holiday season again, which means most of us are dreaming of warmer pasture...
12/11/2025

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year?

It's the holiday season again, which means most of us are dreaming of warmer pastures or settling for cozying up with a nice blanket and thinking about the mounting pressure of the to-do lists that come with the most wonderful time of the year. We know that this joyful season can be filled with stressors that seem contradictory with the images placed before us of all we are supposed to feel. We have some holiday tips to make the most of your time in a way that is healthy and sustainable for you.

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2566 Woodmeadow Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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