You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone
Individual therapy, couples counseling, and group programs — delivered by licensed clinicians who specialize in what matters most to you.
For the first time in years, I feel like someone truly understands what I'm carrying. This practice gave me the space to breathe.
— Client Testimonial, Individual Therapy
Years Serving Battle Creek
Trusted by families, couples, and individuals across Southwest Michigan since 2003.
Licensed Clinicians on Staff
LMSWs, LPCs, and LLPs specializing in anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief, and life transitions.
Most Major Insurance Accepted
In-person in Battle Creek and HIPAA-compliant telehealth available across all of Michigan.
Our Services
How We Can Help
Four pathways to care, each designed around what you need most.
01
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and life transitions. We meet you where you are.
02
Couples Counseling
Research-based therapy for relationships at every stage — from preparation to navigating difficult seasons together.
03
Group Therapy
Structured groups for DBT skills, grief processing, social anxiety, and more. Healing happens best alongside others.
04
Telehealth
HIPAA-compliant video sessions from your own space. The same quality care, without the commute. Available across Michigan.
We built this practice around access — the belief that quality mental health care shouldn't require a wait list or a premium price.
Our Approach
Therapy That Feels Like Home
We built this practice around a simple belief: the environment matters as much as the method. When you feel safe — truly safe — the work begins naturally. That’s why our offices don’t feel like clinics.
Every therapist on our team brings their own specialization, but we share a common commitment to meeting you where you are. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all treatment plans.
For nearly twenty years, we’ve served the Battle Creek community — families, couples, individuals, and seniors. Whether you’re navigating a crisis or seeking deeper self-understanding, we’re here.
We believe in listening first, understanding deeply, and building a path forward together.
Our Team
The People Behind the Practice
Licensed clinicians who bring warmth, expertise, and genuine care to every session.
Lisa Ottenhoff
LMSW, ACSW, ACHT
Individual therapy, grief counseling, and holistic approaches to mental wellness.
Tonya Fontes
LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Couples therapy, family dynamics, and relationship counseling.
Marrit Shiery
LMSW, Licensed Master Social Worker
Group therapy, DBT skills, grief processing, and adolescent counseling.
Take the First Step
Whether you know exactly what you need or you’re just starting to explore, we’ll meet you where you are. Reach out — we’ll take it from there.
Call Us
Location
Battle Creek, Michigan
Telehealth
Available Across Michigan