Adaptive Counseling and Case Management

05/02/2026

Read our latest post about avoiding the thinking traps of ‘should’ statements:

https://www.adaptivecounseling.com/2026/05/01/stomp-that-should-out/

04/14/2026

Get to Know Ben Whipple, LLPC 🛋️
Finding a therapist is a significant step. Ben combines clinical expertise with a compassionate, professional approach to help you make meaningful progress.

Read his Q&A below to see if his style is the right fit for your needs.

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One song or artist that always gets you out of a funk?
Jacob Collier’s music always reconnects me with beauty and goodness, and his version of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” (with Yebba, John Legend, and Tori Kelly) soothes and energizes me every time I listen to it. It’s not a background listen, though…the more attention you give to it, the more it’ll captivate.

Hit the snooze button 5 times or out of bed before the alarm?
Definitely not before the alarm…I’m more of a “set 2 alarms and hope for the best” kind of guy.

Favorite way to spend a day off?
I always thought that having no plan whatsoever was the best way to spend a day off, but I’m realizing that injecting a small amount of intention into the day really makes it pop. These days that might mean planning a family hike, working together with my wife on a house project, or going to a concert at Interlochen or the Alluvion.

One bad habit you’re still working on?
Not responding to people’s texts in a timely manner. Yeah, sorry, that’s me.

Outside your role, what is something that brings you joy?
Seeing my kids grow up, try new things, take on new challenges, think deep thoughts about life, interact with others, develop unique personalities…while all of this brings other emotions as well, joy is definitely there :-)

What’s a question you like to ask your clients early on?
What would make this useful for you?

How would you describe your style in three words?
Curious, Collaborative, Empowering

What’s something people don’t realize is “worth talking about” in therapy?
It’s easy to think about therapy as a place to only talk about what’s going wrong in life, but it’s just as important (maybe more so) to explore what’s going well - where are the strengths, what’s meaningful, what is valuable.

One thing you remind clients of often?
You matter.

Ritual that keeps you grounded to be able to show up to others?
A deep breath in (gathering all the stray bits of distraction, heaviness, and uncertainty) and a slow breath out (clearing space for what’s next), followed by some form of this simple prayer: “Help me be fully here.”
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Ben currently has immediate availability for individuals seeking professional support. His schedule is well-suited for those who prefer to prioritize their mental health earlier in the day:

Weekday Mornings

Early Afternoon Appointments

Insurance & Coverage
Ben is a credentialed provider for the following plans:

Commercial Plans:
Aetna
Blue Care Network
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Priority Health

Medicaid:
McLaren
Priority Health

Note: We are currently unable to bill Medicare; however, private pay options are available for those seeking out-of-network care.

Schedule a Consultation
If you are ready to begin your therapeutic work with Ben, please use the contact methods below:

Call: 231-715-8466

Text: 231-715-1491

Online: https://www.adaptivecounseling.com/new-clients/

04/06/2026

Reminder: This is the final week to register for the Spring 2026 Parenting: The Love & Logic Way class!

The deadline to sign up is Friday, April 10, 2026.

To register, please call 231-715-8466 or text 231-715-1491. We look forward to hearing from you!

Reminder: Registration closes April 10th, 2026 for the Spring session of Parenting: The Love & Logic Way!

This is a 6-week educational class designed to give parents practical, real-world tools to handle everyday parenting challenges with more confidence and consistency.

If you or someone you know would be interested in this class, we’d be happy to help get you signed up or answer any questions.

📞 Call: 231-715-8466
📱 Text: 231-715-1491

We look forward to connecting with you!

03/31/2026

Reminder: Registration closes April 10th, 2026 for the Spring session of Parenting: The Love & Logic Way!

This is a 6-week educational class designed to give parents practical, real-world tools to handle everyday parenting challenges with more confidence and consistency.

If you or someone you know would be interested in this class, we’d be happy to help get you signed up or answer any questions.

📞 Call: 231-715-8466
📱 Text: 231-715-1491

We look forward to connecting with you!

03/31/2026

Starting therapy can feel like a big step—but it doesn’t have to feel intimidating.

Audrey Regan, LLPC, is now accepting new clients and currently offers evening appointments from 5:00 PM–8:00 PM, with Saturday openings coming soon.

She provides a calm, supportive space for people balancing full schedules who still need time for themselves. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck, therapy is a place to slow things down and sort things out with support.

A little about Audrey:

🎧 Music that resets her mood
⏰ Snooze button regular (no judgment here)
🌿 Days off spent recharging and keeping things simple
💭 Like most people, always working on small habits and growth
✨ What matters most: helping people feel understood and supported

Her approach to therapy:

Audrey keeps sessions grounded, collaborative, and real. She often starts with, “What’s been weighing on you lately?” and meets you exactly where you are.

Clients describe her style as warm, honest, and collaborative, with a focus on the things that may seem “small” but often carry the most weight.

A steady reminder in her work: You don’t have to carry everything alone.

Insurance accepted:
• Aetna
• Blue Care Network
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Priority Health
• McLaren Medicaid

💳 Private pay options available
⚠️ Unable to bill Medicare at this time

If evenings are the only time you can make space for yourself, they still count.

📞 Call: 231-715-8466
📱 Text: 231-715-1491
🌐 https://www.adaptivecounseling.com/new-clients/

03/22/2026

Thinking about starting therapy? Now’s a great time.

Adaptive Counseling & Case Management has some great therapists with openings! Call us Monday and you could be seen as soon as the end of this week!

📞 Call: 231-715-8466
💬 Text: 231-715-1491
🌐 Sign up online: www.adaptivecounseling.com/new-client

03/13/2026

Have you noticed your mood changing with the seasons?

For many people, shorter days and less sunlight can lead to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — a type of depression that can affect energy, sleep, and motivation.

Understanding the signs is the first step toward feeling better.
Read more in our newest blog post:
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Seasonal Affective Disorder in Traverse City and Northern Michigan - what it is, how to cope, and when to seek help.

03/05/2026

✨ Evening Appointments Available Starting the Week of 04/06/2026! ✨

We’re excited to share that Audrey is joining the Adaptive team in April and will be offering after work and after school appointment times!

• Weekday evening appointments (5:00–8:00 PM start times)
• Ages 10 through adulthood

✅ Accepting: Aetna, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, McLaren Medicaid, and Priority Health

Audrey believes the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful change and strives to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. She earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University in 2025 and began her career in the nonprofit sector, providing therapy and facilitating support groups in shelter settings while working with diverse clients across Chicago. Audrey helps individuals navigate life transitions, strengthen relationships, and build greater self-awareness and resilience through a primarily person-centered approach that also incorporates cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic perspectives to meet each client’s unique needs.

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, now is a great time to connect.

📲 Sign up online here:
www.adaptivecounseling.com/new-client

03/02/2026

Resilience starts in the mind. Discover how small shifts in thinking can unlock real emotional freedom. 🤍

Life isn't always fair, but you have the power to change how you respond. Learn practical steps to break old thought patterns and build a more hopeful, resilient future.

02/24/2026

"Mental health" is a term we hear all the time—but what does it actually look like in 2026? 🧠✨
It’s more than just a buzzword; it’s about how we think, feel, and navigate our daily lives. Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. will experience a mental health condition this year? You aren't alone, and you don't have to "just push through it."
We’ve updated our blog with the latest statistics and a checklist of signs to watch for. If you’ve been feeling "off" for more than two weeks, it might be time for a tune-up. 🛠️
Check out the full refresh at the link in our bio! 🔗

What is “mental health”? What is mental health anyway? We hear the term often, but what does it actually mean? According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, “Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It ...

02/17/2026

✨ Immediate Therapy Openings Available for kids, teens and adults! ✨
Adaptive Counseling has openings as soon as next week with three of our skilled therapists. If you—or someone you care about—have been considering starting therapy, now is a great time to take that step.
Therapists with immediate availability:
• Ben Whipple, LLPC
• Brandy Bray, LLMSW
• Holly Stenberg, LLMSW
All therapist bios and additional details can be found on our website.
Getting started doesn’t have to be complicated—support is closer than you think.
👉 Learn more and explore our therapists here:
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Insurance Accepted:
✔️ Aetna (Commercial)
✔️ Blue Care Network (Commercial)
✔️ Blue Cross Blue Shield (Commercial)
✔️ McLaren Medicaid Managed Health Plans
✔️ Priority Health (Commercial)
Please note: At this time, Blue Cross Complete (Medicaid) and Priority Health Choice (Medicaid) are not accepted. Only McLaren Medicaid is currently accepted.

3.1 ⭐ · Mental health service in Grand Traverse County, Michigan