Michaela Munsee, LLMSW, CAADC

I am an experienced limited-licensed social worker and certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor offering in-person therapy in Grand Rapids, MI, and telehealth sessions statewide. I have been working in the field for 7 years in various settings such as community-based education and programs, residential treatment centers, and outreach efforts. I enjoy working with clients who are navigating recovery, parenthood, overcoming unhealthy patterns or relationships, or individuals seeking to grow their love for their true, authentic selves in order to live a more purposeful, joyful, and connected life.

Are you tired of feeling stuck and battling old habits, shame, or self-doubt? Whether you're navigating the hard work of recovery, parenthood, unhealthy relationship patterns, or just trying to feel like you belong, you've found a safe place to explore these challenges. As a therapist, I bring authenticity, a calming presence, and a collaborative approach to help you uncover your "why" for healing, rebuild confidence, and create a life that feels purposeful, joyful, and connected.

I offer a non-traditional, down-to-earth, and trauma-informed approach that blends evidence-based practices with lived experience. Using modalities like CBT, ACT, and DBT-informed techniques, I meet you where you are. Together, we'll uncover what's beneath the surface and build new skills at your pace so that change feels possible and sustainable.

It's okay to feel uncertain, whether you are trying therapy for the first time or returning. You will set the goals, and I'll walk alongside you as we honor your story without judgment, celebrate your progress, and quiet the shame that holds you back. You deserve a space to feel safe, heard, and accepted. When you're ready, you can call my office to get started and schedule your first appointment. I look forward to working with you!