Embark on a journey to personal growth and mental well-being with our tailored approach. We understand that each individual's path is unique and we're dedicated to helping you uncover underlying issues, tap into your strengths, and reshape behaviors for a healthier perspective.
We provide a safe space where compassion meets personalized support. Your unique needs take center stage in our client-centered approach. Join us on your path to wellness, where your journey is our priority.
In-Person and Telehealth Therapy Options
Second Story Counseling offers both in-person and telehealth therapy to make care accessible and convenient. We provide in-person counseling in Grand Rapids, Hudsonville, and Holland, offering a comfortable, confidential setting for face-to-face sessions.
For added flexibility, we also offer secure telehealth therapy across Michigan, allowing clients to receive professional support from the comfort of their home. Whether you prefer in-person connection or the convenience of virtual sessions, our therapists are committed to delivering the same high-quality, personalized care in every setting. Our treatment options include:
ADD / ADHD Counseling
Our ADD and ADHD counseling services support children, teens, and adults in managing focus, impulsivity, organization, and emotional regulation. Therapy helps develop practical strategies for daily life, school, work, and relationships.
Anger Management Therapy
Anger management therapy helps individuals understand emotional triggers, develop healthier responses, and improve communication. The goal is not to suppress anger, but to express it in productive, constructive ways.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
We offer age-appropriate therapy for children and adolescents navigating emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Sessions focus on building coping skills, emotional awareness, and resilience.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns that influence emotions and behaviors. This evidence-based approach is effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and more.
Conflict Resolution Therapy
Conflict resolution counseling helps individuals, couples, and families navigate disagreements in healthier ways. Therapy focuses on communication, boundaries, and mutual understanding.
Counseling for Anxiety
Anxiety counseling supports individuals experiencing excessive worry, panic, or fear. Therapy helps reduce symptoms, increase emotional regulation, and restore a sense of control.
Counseling for New Mothers
We provide counseling for new mothers facing emotional changes, stress, identity shifts, or postpartum concerns. Therapy provides space to process this transition and strengthen emotional well-being.
Counseling for Trauma
Trauma counseling helps individuals process overwhelming experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Therapy focuses on healing, emotional regulation, and restoring a sense of safety.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling supports partners in improving communication, rebuilding trust, and navigating challenges together. In the process, connection, understanding, and empathy start to grow.
EMDR
EMDR therapy, also known as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, helps individuals process traumatic memories and reduce emotional distress. This structured approach is effective for trauma, PTSD, and anxiety.
Equine Therapy
Equine therapy uses guided interaction with horses to support emotional growth, self-awareness, and confidence. This experiential approach is especially effective for children and adolescents. It is available at our location in Grand Rapids, MI.
Faith-Based Counseling
Faith-based counseling integrates spiritual beliefs into the therapeutic process for those who desire it. At the same time, clinical integrity is maintained while providing emotional support.
Grief & Bereavement Counseling
Grief counseling helps individuals coping with loss, helping them process emotions and adjust to life changes at their own pace. Our approach is tailored to the individual needs of each client.
Group Therapy
Group therapy provides connection and shared support in a structured environment. Participants benefit from learning alongside others with similar experiences and also gaining perspective, validation, and encouragement through shared growth.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy offers one-on-one support for personal growth, emotional healing, and life challenges. Sessions are tailored to unique goals and needs while providing a safe, confidential space for reflection, insight, and meaningful change.
Life Transitions Counseling
Life transition counseling supports individuals navigating changes that are affecting emotional well-being, identity, or direction in life. This includes career shifts, relationship changes, or major life decisions.
Men’s Issues Therapy
Therapy for men addresses emotional health, stress, relationships, identity, and life pressures in a supportive, nonjudgmental space. Sessions encourage open expression, self-awareness, and practical strategies for managing personal and professional challenges.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness-based therapy helps individuals develop awareness, reduce stress, and improve emotional balance through present-moment practices. This approach fosters greater clarity, emotional regulation, and a more grounded response to daily life.
PTSD Therapy
PTSD therapy supports individuals experiencing intrusive thoughts, emotional reactivity, or avoidance related to trauma. Treatment focuses on healing and symptom relief, while providing tools to restore a sense of safety, stability, and control.
Parenting Support
Parenting coaching provides guidance, coping strategies, and support for navigating parenting challenges at every stage. The process helps parents strengthen communication, set healthy boundaries, and feel more confident in their parenting approach
Play Therapy
Play therapy allows children to express emotions through play in a developmentally appropriate way, supporting emotional processing and growth. Children can communicate feelings they may not yet have words for in a safe, supportive environment.
Pre-Marital Counseling
Pre-marital counseling helps couples build strong foundations by addressing communication, expectations, and future goals. Sessions promote honest conversations along with understanding and alignment.
Social Anxiety Disorder Counseling
Social anxiety counseling helps individuals reduce fear in social situations and build confidence in relationships and communication. Over time, social interactions feel more manageable and rewarding.
Somatic Movement Therapy
Somatic movement therapy integrates body awareness to support emotional regulation, trauma recovery, and stress reduction. This approach helps individuals reconnect with their bodies to release tension and build a greater sense of safety and balance.
Telehealth Therapy
Telehealth therapy offers secure, convenient access to counseling services for clients across Michigan. Individuals can enjoy convenience and scheduling flexibility without compromising care.
Therapy for Depression
Depression therapy helps individuals manage persistent sadness, low motivation, and emotional numbness while rebuilding hope and direction. Treatment focuses on understanding underlying patterns and developing tools to support long-term emotional health.
Therapy for Self-Esteem
Self-esteem therapy focuses on building confidence, self-worth, and healthier self-perception. Sessions help individuals challenge negative self-talk and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
Therapy for Teens
Teen therapy supports adolescents navigating emotional challenges, identity development, peer relationships, and stress. Teens get a safe space to express themselves and build coping skills for everyday life.
Women’s Issues Therapy
Therapy for women addresses emotional health, life transitions, relationships, and identity-related concerns. Counseling also offers support and guidance through challenges such as role changes, stress, and personal growth.
Schedule Your First Appointment at Second Story Counseling
No matter where you are in your journey, Second Story Counseling is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our services and schedule your first appointment. Together, we’ll help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and support.