Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy in Grand Rapids
At Cedar Hill Counseling, we specialize in helping individuals reclaim their lives from anxiety and build healthier relationships. With over two decades of clinical experience since 2003, our practice focuses on empowering clients to manage anxiety symptoms, establish healthy boundaries, and navigate life transitions. Our evidence-based approach combines individual therapy, pre-marriage counseling, and relationship workshops tailored to each client's unique needs. Located in the historic Lowe Mansion in Grand Rapids' Heritage Hill neighborhood, we provide a supportive environment for personal growth.Our founder, a licensed clinical social worker and NASW member, brings expertise in anxiety disorders and relationship dynamics to every session. We prioritize client autonomy, offering tools to improve both personal well-being and relational dynamics even when others aren't participating in therapy. Insurance billing services are available for select providers, with flexible payment options for self-pay clients.
Services
Individual Therapy
Pre-Marriage Counseling
Relationship Workshops
Anxiety Management
Life Transitions Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience since 2003
- Specialized expertise in anxiety disorders and relationships
- NASW-certified professional standards
- Insurance billing available for select providers
- Historic, accessible location in Heritage Hill neighborhood
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Social Workers
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy sessions focus on helping clients manage anxiety symptoms, improve relationship communication, and establish healthy boundaries. Clients learn practical tools to create lasting behavioral changes that benefit both personal well-being and relational dynamics. Sessions are available for adults aged 18+ seeking to overcome anxiety's impact on daily life.
Pre-Marriage Counseling
Pre-marriage counseling helps couples build foundational relationship skills through the Prepare-Enrich Inventory assessment. Sessions focus on communication, conflict resolution, and financial management to prepare couples for long-term marital success. Flexible formats include traditional sessions and intensive marathon options for busy or long-distance couples.
Relationship Workshops
Relationship workshops provide structured learning experiences for improving relational dynamics. Participants develop skills in boundary setting, communication patterns, and conflict resolution applicable to various relationship types. Workshops accommodate both couples and individuals seeking to enhance their relationship capabilities independently.
Anxiety Management
Anxiety management programs teach evidence-based techniques for controlling anxiety symptoms and regaining life balance. Clients learn coping strategies for daily stressors while addressing underlying patterns contributing to anxiety. The approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with practical lifestyle modifications for sustainable results.
Life Transitions Counseling
Life transitions counseling assists clients in navigating expected and unexpected life changes with greater resilience. Therapists help individuals develop adaptive strategies for managing career shifts, relationship changes, and other significant life events. The focus remains on maintaining emotional stability during periods of personal transformation.
People
Michelle Zomer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Michelle Zomer is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in anxiety disorders and relationship counseling. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Western Michigan University and is a NASW member. Her practice focuses on helping clients achieve personal growth through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We offer individual therapy for anxiety and life transitions, pre-marriage counseling, and relationship workshops. All services focus on practical skill-building for lasting personal and relational improvements.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
We offer insurance billing for Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Blue Care Network. Clients with other insurance providers receive receipts for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
How long are typical therapy sessions?
Individual therapy sessions last 55 minutes while pre-marriage counseling sessions are 75 minutes. Intensive marathon options run 4 or 7 hours for couples with scheduling constraints.
What makes your pre-marriage counseling unique?
Our pre-marriage counseling uses the Prepare-Enrich Inventory assessment with flexible formats including traditional sessions and intensive marathons. We focus on communication, conflict resolution, and financial teamwork for lasting marriages.
Can I attend counseling without my partner?
Yes, individual therapy effectively improves relationship dynamics even when partners aren't participating. Clients learn boundary-setting and communication techniques applicable to all relationship contexts.
Where are your therapy offices located?
Our offices are in the historic Lowe Mansion within Grand Rapids' Heritage Hill neighborhood, providing a comfortable environment for personal growth and relationship development.
