About
I’m Renée. I help teens and young adults feel calmer, more confident, and more like themselves again.
Adolescence and young adulthood are full of changes. Friendships shift, expectations grow, and the pressure to figure it all out can feel overwhelming. If anxiety or life transitions are making it hard to enjoy life or move forward, you’re not alone. You don’t have to just cope, you can change your relationship with anxiety in a way that frees you from avoidance and fear.
With 15 years of experience as a school counselor, I’ve worked with countless teens and young adults navigating the challenges of growing up in today’s world. My approach isn’t just about talking, it’s about taking real steps toward lasting change. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps you break out of stuck patterns, build confidence, and step into a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.
If you’re ready for a different way forward, let’s connect. You deserve to thrive.
What I offer
I create a space that feels safe and grounded—but not heavy.
Therapy with me is warm and conversational, focused on real change—not just coping.
This is more than just a space to vent—it’s a space to grow.
We’ll Work Together to:
- Quiet anxiety and the overthinking spiral
- Shift from self-criticism to self-compassion
- Explore identity and navigate life transitions
- Build confidence and emotional resilience
- Strengthen communication, relationships, and boundaries
What to expect
If you’re a parent, I’ll support your teen’s independence while keeping you informed and involved in meaningful ways. If you’re a young adult, I’ll meet you where you’re at and walk with you toward where you want to go.
You can schedule appointments in person in Grand Rapids, virtual, or walk & talk sessions.
You can expect:
- A calm welcoming environment (whether in person, virtual, or walk & talk)
- A counselor who listens with curiosity and care
- Tools and strategies that go beyond surface-level fixes
- A collaborative approach that honors your voice and values
Teens and young adults are full of resilience, promise, and untapped potential. This stage of life isn’t just about getting through, it’s about discovering who you are and who you’re becoming. It can be messy, uncertain, overwhelming… and still full of possibility.
It’s a privilege and an honor to walk alongside young people in this season of becoming. Everyone deserves a space where they feel truly seen, without pressure, judgment, or the need to have it all figured out.
Are we the right fit?
01.
Anxiety
Learn to change your relationship with anxiety, moving away from avoidance and fear toward confidence and freedom.
02.
Life Transitions
Adjusting to change is hard. Therapy helps you navigate new schools, relationships, careers, or big life shifts with clarity and confidence.
03.
Avoidance
When you’re supposed to figure it out, but you don’t know how.
I am located in Grand Rapids, Michigan
in a convenient office on the north side of downtown.
Parking and access is easy. If you prefer virtual appointments, our sessions are secure and confidential through an easy app.