Amy Verhoeven, LPC

Amy Verhoeven is a Michigan-licensed LPC with five years of clinical experience supporting adults through periods of stress, low mood, and major life shifts. She works with people who are managing anxiety, depression, motivation challenges, and struggles with self-esteem and confidence, offering a steady, compassionate presence as they navigate change.

Amy approaches each person as an individual, adapting conversation and treatment plans to reflect unique circumstances and goals. She emphasizes respect and sensitivity in every encounter and balances practical coping strategies with attention to personal values and strengths. Her aim is to help clients build skills that reduce distress and increase day-to-day functioning.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life can feel daunting, and Amy frames that step as an act of courage. She offers supportive guidance throughout the process, partnering with clients to identify priorities, set achievable goals, and move toward greater well-being. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, reflecting her credentialed status to provide professional counseling in Michigan.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

Amy Verhoeven uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skill building and understanding relationship patterns. One approach emphasizes skills-based strategies to reduce anxiety and manage stress - clients learn concrete tools for coping, emotional regulation, and improving daily routines which can be helpful for worries, panic, and motivation difficulties. Another focus is exploring attachment and relationship patterns to address issues like abandonment, isolation, and challenges with intimacy - this work helps identify how past experiences influence current relationships and supports healthier connections.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. Amy works with each person to identify goals, assess what techniques feel most useful, and adapt methods over time so therapy fits the client's needs and preferences. She prioritizes a respectful, tailored process rather than a one-size-fits-all method.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet people where they are - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins can occur via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access consistent support from a licensed professional.