Online Counseling in Grand Rapids, MI—Online Counselors, Therapists

Curious about online counseling, or telehealth services? Thriveworks Counseling in Grand Rapids is able to provide telehealth counseling for a wide variety of conditions. Although telehealth counseling has been around for quite a while, it is starting to pick up as a popular way to receive mental health services. Clients like it for its convenience and accessibility, and providers like it because it expands how they can provide care.

Online counseling has been shown to be effective for certain conditions. A therapist at our office in Grand Rapids will review your intake form along with the information you provide at your first appointment to determine whether online counseling is the best fit for you. They may contact you after reviewing your intake form or after your first appointment to recommend a different course of treatment if they think you need a different level of care.

What takes place during an online counseling session? You will receive an emailed link from your therapist before your appointment. Follow the directions in the email in order to start your session. It is highly recommended that you do a ‘test run’ of the software before your appointment to work out any technical difficulties. Most online or telehealth counseling platforms can be used on both mobile devices, tablets and desktop computers and laptops. You may want to consider getting some earphones to help protect your privacy during sessions.

During your first session, your Thriveworks Grand Rapids therapist will review your intake form with you, make sure you understand our consent forms, and get to work understanding your goals for therapy. Before the session ends, your therapist will set a recurring scheduling with you for future appointments.

Currently, this service is limited to counseling appointments. We are not able to provide telehealth services for medication management, or court ordered services.

Thriveworks has some great articles and resources for learning more about online counseling. And give us a call or request an appointment on our portal by clicking the ‘book now’ button under any therapist profile.

People Love Our Providers!

Overall Rating: ★★★★★ based on 23 reviews. See all reviews

Angel

★★★★★

Angel was the sweetest person! I’m so glad I chose this place for help! I felt like a crazy person at first but she made me feel like I was just normal and just going through a lot! I really appreciate angel!

- Grand Rapids Client

So Thankful

Thriveworks is a blessing. I got an appointment with a counselor within a week. Margaret Rose was wonderful. She was kind and insightful and I felt safe with her. I highly recommend Thriveworks Grand Rapids

Denise-NP

My son saw Denise for the first time recently and she was great. She seemed very well informed in every area and so willing to help my son with his anxiety. She actually spent time with us and seemed to care. I'm so glad we found her.

Denise Skonieczny NP

I was in need of a psychiatrist for chronic depression and anxiety. I came across thrive having only a 4 month wait instead 9 to 12 month wait with any other psychiatrist. This was wonderful news. I met Denise as my clinician. She is very empathetic very knowledgeable. She has helped me alot sine my first vist. She is very dedicated to her patients which I truly appreciate. I would highly recommend her for any psychiatric needs. I think she goes above and beyond her role. She is a caring individual. There should be more people like Denise. She needs to be recognized for her work.

Wonderful

I am so pleased with my therapist, Lori. She does an outstanding job. When I read her specialties online I knew I had the right person, but when I met her for the first time I was convinced. I’ve raved about her to numerous people and have recommended Thriveworks a few times to people I know - everyone could use a Lori in their lives to help sort things out. The old adage comes to mind: “if you give a man a fish, he will eat for a day, if you teach a man to fish he will eat for a lifetime.” I am learning the skills to live and navigate life circumstances. I am calmer, happier and better off than I was when I first walked through the door. I’ve been given a gift and I am most grateful for all her help.

No compassion

★☆☆☆☆

I saw Nancy. I specifically asked for someone who SPECIALIZES in domestic abuse. I am in an abusive relationship and she kept telling me "it's your choice to stay." She always questioned why I felt things or did things, like I should have this all figured out. I'm seeking therapy because I feel like I cannot leave and I know that's not a good thing. She had no compassion for what I have been through and just said it's my choice. No addressing the pain I've been through and how I have been affected by this. I feel like I can't leave because I feel like I would fall apart if I left, but I feel like I'm dying inside the relationship. This is a whole process that occurs over a long period of time. I have no self esteem, I have tried to leave and there are so many threats and manipulation, etc. I get shit from everyone about leaving, like its as simple as that for me. I wanted compassion from a counselor. I needed validation of my feelings, not another person telling me that I choose to live like this, like I want my life to be a living hell. I realize that I do make this choice ultimately, but there is so much more to this situation and I needed to process it. I am a doormat to everyone and she just asks why I do this. I NEED TO FIGURE OUT WHY and how to change! Her tone and questioning made me feel like she was being judgemental. She is a nice person, but she is not therapeutic. I couldn't move on with her after this. It felt like she was invalidating my feelings just like the rest of the world, like nothing I feel is real and I'm crazy. I shut down. I got a letter about being non compliant, that's why. It was no longer a priority for me to go and get treated like that. She never tried to help me process my feelings, just to say positive phrases to myself and eat healthy and exercise. This stuff is good, but doesn't help me deal with the things I have been through.

Awesome!

I have nothing but good things to say about my therapy with Lori. I was hesitant to begin a therapy regimine without knowing anything about the therapist. After the first session I knew I had found the right person. Lori is so adept at pinpointing the problems and gives very useful ideas of how to handle them. She is very personable and easy to talk with. I will miss these sessions but I have the confidence to know I have the tools to deal with whatever comes my way. I am a much happier person!

All is well!

Fantastic. Look forward to future sessions

Fantastic. Look forward to future sessions with my son!

My therapist is amazing

My therapist is amazing she listens to everything I say she is very nice and kind I would recommend her to anybody that needs help i am so blessed to have her

Good grasp of my problem.

Very professional

Very professional. Counselor is engaging and helpful.

I actually did not get to

I actually did not get to bring in my daughters due to a personal issue, but when I spoke with their therapist over the phone she was very helpful and although she isn’t my therapist she talked to me about my issue and helped me calm down preventing a panic attack that was starting. I am very thankful to her and will be rescheduling my daughters to see her.

Everything was great.

Everything was great. Alot of information given

I look forward to

I look forward to working with Jason.

Lori is amazing.

Lori is amazing. Relatable, fluid conversation. Going back next week!

Amazing availability

The therapists availability is amazing. The scheduling was smooth as well as paperwork. Thank you!

Work Wonders

I've had one lesson so far and I can already tell that this place is going to work wonders.

Enjoyed

I enjoyed having my visit at your location.

Highly Satisfied

My meetings with my therapist were thought provoking but humorous. We clicked together the first time I met her ten years ago. As she moves on, I know that I am able to move forward also.

Integrity!

Grand Rapids is an awesome place, filled with caring employees and overflowing with integrity. You can be sure that you are in good hands, and will see great changes in your life after a few sessions with these counselors.

is wonderful - the office is beautiful, the therapists are amazing and everyone makes you feel so comfortable. Thank you, thank you!

Great Therapy!

You won't find a better therapist than Olja Haglund! She moved here recently from another practice where I originally was her patient and I "moved" here with her. If you are looking for a therapist who will give you what you need, not what you want, look no further....I highly recommend and the professionals who work here!

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Online Counseling in Grand Rapids, MI—Online Counselors, Therapists

People Love Our Providers!

Angel

So Thankful

Denise-NP

Angel

So Thankful

Denise-NP

Denise Skonieczny NP

Wonderful

No compassion

Awesome!

All is well!

Fantastic. Look forward to future sessions

My therapist is amazing

Good grasp of my problem.

Very professional

I actually did not get to

Everything was great.

I look forward to

Lori is amazing.

Amazing availability

Work Wonders

Enjoyed

Highly Satisfied

Integrity!

Wonderful

Great Therapy!

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