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DeWanda Gichemi, LMSW, IPT-A, IMH-E II

Counseling and Therapy Services

With an expression of empathy and compassion, I believe that “a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.” Helping individuals to lovingly heal in order to improve the quality of their lives is my humble contribution to the world. To promote change, I utilize various evidence-based treatment approaches which includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Psychoanalytic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Mindfulness, and Strength Based Perspective. 
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My valuable experience and expertise are with Mood Disorders (Depression/Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety/Panic Disorders, PTSD, Stress Management, Family/Relationship Dynamics, and Life Skills/Coaching. Infant Mental Health Therapy which focuses on the parent-infant/child attachment relationship and working with women (notably women of color) challenged by the effects of Postpartum Depression and/or Postpartum Anxiety are my specialties. I have practiced in the field of Social Work since 1991 working with culturally diverse populations of adults, adolescents, children, infants, couples, and families in jail, residential, home-based, group, and outpatient settings. 
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I am exceedingly committed to meeting individuals “where they are” as well as to challenge them to overcome any stumbling blocks along the way while encouraging self-compassion to establish emotional and mental well-being for healthy living. 

Thank you for making this courageous decision to seek support. I look forward to connecting with you.

Specialty Training and Certifications

  • ​Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) Level A
  • Externship in Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E (II)) Michigan Association of Infant Mental Health
  • Cognitive Reconstructing-Master Level-The Lies That Bind Program
  • Play Therapy
  • PTSD
  • Grief/Loss
  • Relationship Issues Family Conflict
  • Self Esteem Difficulties
  • Perinatal Mood Disorders
  • Anger Management 
  • Individuals/Families Dealing with Traumatic Injuries 
  • Couples and Marriage Counseling available for self-pay services
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For an Appointment:

Call  (616) 466-1456 
Email  gichemid09@gmail.com​

Insurances Accepted:

  • Aetna
  • ASR
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield
  • Blue Care Network
  • Cigna
  • Cofinity
  • Humana
  • Medicare Part B
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • United Behavioral Health
  • Self-Pay

We Would Love to PARTNER IN YOUR CARE!

  • Home
  • About Us
    • Services
    • Location
  • Practitoners
    • Katie Padron, LMSW
    • Cristina Stauffer, LMSW
    • Stacey Figg, PCD (DONA)
    • Omar Flores, LMSW, CAADC
    • DeWanda Gichemi, LMSW
  • New Patients
    • Forms
  • Contact