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Kelly Ahti

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Last Updated 30+ days ago

Life can be messy, it can catch us off guard. We can find ourselves treading water and the things that used to keep us afloat aren’t working quite so well. Old wounds can dull our spark. If we’re human, we’ve all been there. I work with children, teens, and adults who are experiencing anxiety and depression, grief due to a death or those anticipating a loss, a life threatening medical diagnosis, anaphylactic food allergies and accompanying stressors, trauma, and parents with perinatal mood disorders. I also support families navigating LGBTQIA issues.

I have specialized training in play therapy, trauma interventions, bereavement, and perinatal mood disorders. I have a commitment to an open and affirming practice for all. My approach is to partner with clients to form a safe and supportive relationship to explore more flexible ways of being in relationship with yourself and the world.

Finding a therapist who is a good fit is one of the strongest predictors of the effectiveness of your therapy experience. I offer complimentary phone consultations to assist in determining if we are a good match.


Specialties

Anger management Anxiety Bias and Discrimination Chronic Medical Condition College adjustment Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Grief and Loss Life Transitions Perfectionism Pregnancy and Postpartum Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Kelly Ahti is in network for the following plans:

Aetna ASR Blue Care Network Blue Cross Blue Shield Optum United Behavioral Health
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

Rates

First session $175
Ongoing sessions $150
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

4619 Cascade Rd Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 724-4705
ADA Accessible
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday --
Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) EMDR Humanistic Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) Person-Centered Play Therapy Sand Play Strength-Based Supportive Trauma Focused

Modalities

Family Groups Individuals

Age Groups

Children (6-10) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 17
  • License(s): MI-6801087128

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Woman

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