⭐ Chelsea currently has a waitlist for new clients.
At a Glance:
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Email: Chelsea@maytreetherapy.org
Call or Text: 616-315-1091 -
Individual online therapy for Adults living in the state of Michigan
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Anxiety
Panic disorders
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
LGBTQIA+ support
Adult ADHD
Grief support
Life transitions
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Psychodynamic therapy
Contemplative psychotherapy
Queer and trans competent therapy
Trauma-informed therapy
Parts work (IFS-informed)
Cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT) such as
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
Exposure and response prevention (ERP)
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Licensed Professional Counselor practicing 8+ years
MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, concentration in Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology (2017)
BA in Social Work, West Virginia University (2014)
Essentials of Trauma Treatment (CCTP curriculum), 12-hour intensive training (2020)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, intensive 3-day foundational training with expert consultation (2024)
Clinical experience in a Grand Rapids group practice specializing in queer- and trans-competent care
Five years of nonprofit clinical work supporting autistic adults, individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries
About Chelsea (she/her)
Chelsea believes therapy works best when both therapist and client can show up as real humans. Her style is grounded, compassionate, and collaborative, and she encourages clients to be themselves rather than a version they think they are “supposed” to be.
Chelsea’s approach is rooted in a relational psychodynamic approach and contemplative psychotherapy, with influences from Buddhist psychology. Depending on a client’s needs, she may also draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), somatic interventions, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD.
In practice, this means therapy that is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and held with cultural humility. Chelsea aims to help people reconnect with their inherent capacity for clarity, compassion, courage, and steadiness.
She specializes in working with adults navigating anxiety, OCD, ADHD, grief, identity exploration, life transitions, and the impacts of oppressive systems. While much of her work centers queer and transgender clients, she strives to offer an open, affirming space for all adults. She currently works exclusively with adults living in Michigan.
What to Expect
Therapy with Chelsea begins by slowing down and getting curious—about what clients are experiencing, what matters to them, and how their minds and nervous systems respond to stress. She does not rush to give advice or quick fixes, view clients as broken, or minimize their pain.
Chelsea works alongside clients as a guide, helping them reconnect with their own insight and resilience. When helpful, she may share her perspective or offer education about the brain and nervous system, always collaboratively and with consent. When treating OCD, she takes a more structured and directive approach, as ERP is most effective with clear guidance and strong psychoeducation.
Above all, Chelsea cares deeply about the people she works with. Her clients often share that they feel genuinely supported, understood, and challenged in ways that feel both grounded and moving.
“Regardless of “style”, I strive to meet you where you are, move at your pace, and offer care and honest guidance so therapy feels both supportive and meaningful.” —Chelsea
(A Regular Human, Too)
Outside the therapy office, Chelsea is usually at home with her family—her spouse, their terrific toddler, two dogs (Lucy and Winston), and a toothless cat named Gigi.
Lately, life looks like gardening, playing outside with her son and soaking in his magic, collecting plants, and generally meep-mooping around the house and yard. When out, she is often adventuring with the dogs, going for walks, thrifting, or wandering garden centers. And when there is time: watching RuPaul's Drag Race 💅.
Chelsea has a soft spot for old things, good vegetarian food, and unhinged (yet somehow also insightful and wholesome?) internet memes.
⭐ Chelsea’s caseload is currently full and she is not accepting new clients at this time. Please reach out if you’d like to join her waitlist.
Lucy
AKA Goose, Best Girl, Daughter, Stinky Butt.
Learn more about Lucy here.
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