availability-icon

Offered in-person & online

Our therapists offer emotional abuse therapy in Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI

Start in-person or online sessions with a provider you can trust. We accept most major insurances. Book online or by giving us a call

All Grand Rapids Charter Township services

Connect with a therapist, psychiatrist or counselor near you
http://Verywell%20Mind%20-%20Best%20Online%20Therapy%20That%20Accepts%20Insurance%20for%202025
http://Yahoo!%20-%20Best%20Online%20Therapy%20for%202025%20and%202025

686,000 people sought help with Thriveworks in the last year

Discover how starting emotional abuse counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a therapist as soon as this week

48  therapists available in Grand Rapids Charter Township

Novi

I believe that healing begins with connection, and I bring deep compassion and insight to my work with individuals, couples, and f...

Read more
Beverly Hills

The heart of my practice is a belief that when we understand what makes us who we are, we are able to open the door to real and la...

Read more
Novi

As someone who values being understood, I hope to provide an opportunity for self-reflection and personal growth....

Read more
Sterling Heights

I know how overwhelming life can feel at times, and my goal is to help you find calm and clarity in the chaos....

Read more
Sterling Heights

I am a passionate therapist who will assist you in reaching your goals....

Read more

Look for a confirmation email in your inbox shortly. We'll help find you a provider and guide you through everything you should know about starting care at Thriveworks.

Emotional abuse counseling FAQs

What is emotional abuse counseling?

Emotional abuse counseling helps victims heal from abusive relationships. Examples of emotional abuse may include:

  • Blaming others for their own behavior.
  • Publicly mocking, humiliating, name-calling, embarrassing, criticizing.
  • Separating someone from their family and friends.
  • Withholding affection or love.
  • Downplaying another person’s experiences, perspectives, emotions, or thoughts.
  • Using or objectifying people.
  • Denying access to money, medical care, food, transportation, or other crucial resources.
  • Using guilt, threats, or intimidation.

How does emotional abuse counseling work?

Emotional abuse counseling with our Thriveworks therapists in Grand Rapids Charter Township gives people the safe space they need to identify and understand the harm they’ve experienced and move forward. Through therapy, many victims have rebuilt their self-esteem and self-worth; recognized that they did not cause the abuse, but their perpetrator is responsible for the choice to harm; identified their wounds and found the treatment they need; healed from trauma; re-established their personal safety; grieved their losses; formed new, loving relationships; and learned to trust their experiences and emotions.

Is emotional abuse counseling conducted in person or online?

Emotional abuse counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does emotional abuse counseling last?

Emotional abuse counseling with one of our Thriveworks therapists in Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, depending on the individual’s exact needs and preferences.

Need more help deciding?

Emotional Abuse Counseling – Therapists and Coaches in Grand Rapids, Forest Hills

Emotional or psychological abuse chips away at the very core of its victims. Those who become affected lose most of their confidence and independence. They become compliant to the abuser’s demands and live a life that is limiting and lacking in quality and variety.

Counseling for emotional abuse in Grand Rapids, Forest Hills is well-established and offers numerous options for our clients. Treatments vary depending on an individual’s unique set of circumstances.

Call us today to find out what options we can offer to help you find your way back to a happier and healthier life.

Effects of Emotional Abuse

The effects of emotional abuse can include:

  • Low self-esteem and self-worth.
  • Feelings of worthlessness and inadequacy.
  • Anxiety and fearfulness.
  • Depression and mood swings.
  • Difficulty trusting others.
  • Withdrawal from social activities.
  • Guilt and self-blame.
  • Insomnia or other sleep disturbances.
  • Chronic stress and physical tension.
  • Development of unhealthy coping mechanisms such as substance abuse or self-harm.
  • Impact on relationships, including difficulty forming or maintaining healthy relationships.
  • Impaired cognitive functioning and decision-making abilities.
  • Physical health problems such as headaches, digestive issues, or chronic pain.
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, including flashbacks or nightmares.
  • Suicidal ideation or attempts.

Why Thriveworks?

At Thriveworks, we provide tailored counseling and psychiatry services for your mental well-being and growth. Our team of skilled therapists and psychiatrists offers personalized support to help navigate life’s challenges. Whether it’s specific concerns or deeper mental health exploration, Thriveworks commits to partnering with you.

Our therapists may use one or more of the following approaches, among others, to treat emotional abuse:

  • Trauma-Informed Therapy: Addresses the psychological impact of emotional abuse, focusing on safety, trust, and empowerment.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps individuals challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs, develop coping strategies, and rebuild self-esteem.
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Teaches emotion regulation skills, distress tolerance techniques, and interpersonal effectiveness to manage the effects of emotional abuse.
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Facilitates the processing and resolution of traumatic memories associated with emotional abuse.
  • Narrative Therapy: Assists individuals in reframing their experiences and developing a healthier sense of self by exploring and reconstructing their personal narratives.
  • Expressive Arts Therapy: Utilizes creative expression, such as art, music, or drama, to explore emotions and experiences related to emotional abuse in a non-verbal manner.
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Cultivates present-moment awareness and self-compassion to reduce distress and promote emotional healing from past abuse.

Schedule a Session at Thriveworks Grand Rapids

If you’re ready to start working to better manage the symptoms of emotional abuse, call or schedule online with Thriveworks Grand Rapids. We’re ready to partner you with a provider who can address your needs with compassion and confidence.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Grand Rapids Charter Township accept 30 insurance plans

  • ASR

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Alliance Health and Life (HAP)

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Medicare Plus Blue PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Traditional & PPO

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

View more
Self-pay costs at Grand Rapids Charter Township
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
★★★★★
Bethany is always a great listener. She has really taken the time to get to know me, what my struggles are. She thought me to identify the root issue of what is bothering me and how to change my mindset to overcome them
Daniel Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I have been with Shannon for years and she has been such a a help in my journey! She is empathetic and validating while also holding me accountable for the goals that we set and helping me explore barriers to my goals.
Amanda Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
my provider helps me figure out things that are hidden in my psychology which have been a problem, and to resolve those problems.
Douglas Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
The whole experience with Bethany and therapy has been amazing, from feeling so lost and depressed to now having the skills to get through my tough situations and understanding that what I was feeling was valid and where it came from.
Lori Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Caring, Respectful, Kind, and Thoughtful.
Fay Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I am so happy I found thriveworks and Anna . Thank you for all your help.
Jodie Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Erica listens well and hears the things that I'm saying as well as what I'm not saying. She's very insightful and compassionate.
Keonda Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Shawna is wonderful and works with me at all times to make sure I feel comfortable and secure. I really appreciate her and my mental health is leagues better since starting to see her.
Carly Sep 2025
Thriveworks.com verified review
8 of 60 reviews

Where to find us

map-pin-blue

Address

630 Kenmoor Ave SE Suite 101-B
Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI 49546

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Grand Rapids is located near Kenmoor Avenue Southeast and Cascade Road Southeast, off I-96. It is close to the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and the Cascade Hills Country Club.

device-mobile-blue

Phone number

(616) 421-9387
globe-blue

Languages spoken by MI providers

  • English
clock-blue

Hours

Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm

Shown in ET

Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm

Shown in ET

6 photos

Find a provider ...