Frankenmuth, Michigan is known as Michigan’s Little Bavaria. Frankenmuth is such a charming, welcoming place that they invite everyone to visit the town to recharge, renew, and refresh their spirits. Frankenmuth provides an affordable getaway that immerses you in European influence all year round. There are bound to be times that your emotional energy is low and you just don’t feel up to participating in the festivities.
There’s an easy way to say Auf Wiedersehen (goodbye) to feeling blue. Frankenmuth is more than wiener schnitzel and lederhosen. Confidential mental health professionals in the Frankenmuth area are standing by and ready to help you recharge your batteries.
Ruth Vanden Bosch
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Life Coach, and Registered Nurse licensed in Michigan, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and a member of the American Counseling Association. and the Michigan Counseling Association. I have 25-years of experience working as a Counselor and Life Coach. . I graduated with High Honors from Aquinas College with a BSN in Nursing and a BS in Psychology. I graduated from Western Michigan University with High Honors and received an MA in Counseling Psychology. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, compulsive eating disorders, and career challenges, I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. As an RN and an LPC, I have helped many people with cancer and other life-challenging conditions and their families cope with their illnesses. I have facilitated support groups for Hospice, PFLAG (Parents and Friends of LGBTQIA+), Cancer support, Pet Loss, Career, and Compulsive Eating. I co-facilitate "The Art of Healing" retreats with Dr. Bernie Siegel. I am a Contributing Author for Star Nations Magazine and I have been a Contributing Author for a chapter in a book written by Dr. Bernie Siegel entitled, "Faith, Hope & Healing'" which describes my journey with kidney cancer. I recently wrote a chapter in Dr. Siegel's new book, 'Love, Animals, and Miracles." The name of the chapter I wrote was "Maltese Miracle" which is a story about my little 5-pound Maltese dog named Bernie. My therapeutic style can be described as warm and integrative, assessing the needs and style that will best serve the person. I use a mix between Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy and various holistic approaches, including positive psychology. I believe in exploring the connection between the body and the mind to treat all of the individual's needs. I believe that an individual must explore many areas of their functioning to ensure optimum physical and emotional health. I am positively focused to help the person move forward constructively with their life, and past their current obstacles. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I have read, understand, and agree to the Client Terms of Service at https://www.betterhelp.com/terms/ 24 This includes understanding and agreeing that: My Better Help clinician cannot provide, verify, or produce reports related to clinical diagnosis of a mental health condition. While trained to do so, services of this nature must be provided outside of the Better Help site/services at the discretion of my provider. My Better Help clinician cannot provide proof of attendance at, or reports regarding progress in, use of the site or services provided through the site. This includes documentation for court, custody agreements, employers, or any other party. My Better Help clinician cannot provide letters of support for Emotional Support Animal designations (or ESA’s.) I understand that I can seek out online therapy with Ruth Vanden Bosch, RN, LPC, NCC or another clinician OUTSIDE of Better Help if I have needs for clinical diagnosis, biopsychosocial assessment with diagnosis (including psychological testing), or referrals for treatment that come from the legal system, child welfare services, or my employer, and may require documentation or proof of attendance. I look forward to working with you!
Victoria Orbe
Hi, I’m Victoria — and welcome to my corner of BetterHelp. If you’re here, something in your life is asking for attention, support, or change — and I’m really glad you took this step. You don’t have to figure any of this out alone. A little about me: I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LMSW) based in Southwest Michigan. I earned my MSW from the University of Michigan, and I’ve spent my career working with people from all walks of life — especially those dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, identity and self-esteem challenges, family conflict, addiction/recovery, and big life transitions. As a therapist of color and an LGBTQ-identified clinician, I know the value of having a provider who gets it on multiple levels. My style is pretty straightforward: empowering, honest, relational, and very much tailored to you. Clinically, I blend approaches like CBT, DBT-informed skills, trauma-focused/attachment strategies, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, internal family systems. You’ll get evidence-based support, but delivered in a way that feels human, grounded, and actually useful in your day-to-day life. I believe the most important part of therapy is the relationship we build — mutual respect, real connection, and a space where you can show up exactly as you are. If you’re looking for a therapist who is direct but compassionate, warm with a side of sass, and deeply invested in your growth, we’ll probably be a great fit. Reaching out can be uncomfortable, but it’s also powerful. This is you choosing yourself — your healing, your clarity, your peace. I’m here to walk that path with you, help you recognize your strengths, and support you as you move toward the life you want.
Carl Dade
I believe life is a journey and there are times we fall, however what counts is how we pick ourselves up. I make it my mission to assist individuals to regain a purposeful direction on their journey. We all have problems that arise within our lives and we need guidance on how to deal with the existing issues. I have experience assisting clients in the area of depression, anger management, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, teaching social emotional learning to adolescents, family reunification and family team building during the COVID-19 pandemic. My hope is that when you reach out to me to receive therapy that we will together achieve your goals that has been established for your journey toward healing. I graduated from Wayne State University in 1996. I have been practicing as LMSW since then and have a wealth of experience in the area of mental health and providing clinical services to middle and secondary students with several disabilities such as: ODD,ADHD, EI , LD, CI and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Kristin Fox-Klingensmith
Hello, my name is Kristin and I have over 22 years experience working in the mental health field. Over the years I have worked in a variety of settings including a community mental health agency, a psychiatric hospital, an outpatient clinic, and also providing therapy in county jails. This experience has enable me to work with a broad range and intensity of clinical issues. I have the most experience working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship issues, and addictions. My counseling style is warm, interactive and encouraging. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, person-centered and psychodynamic therapy. We will work together as a team to identify your treatment goals and objectives and I will support you on your path to positive change. I believe the therapeutic relationship is really the key to a successful counseling experience. I have participated in treatment myself in the past to navigate some of life challenges, so I can appreciate the fact that reaching out for help can be a challenge. Unfortunately, there is still so much stigma around having mental health issues and the process for getting help can be overwhelming and intimidating. However, I also know from experience how much life can change for the better when you find support and take steps towards taking care of yourself! I primarily use evidence based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I applaud you for taking this first step in reaching out for help to build a better life for yourself. I look forward to working with you!
Bernice Diop
I am licensed as a Clinical Social Worker and as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My experience spans multiple years in various settings, such as outpatient, inpatient settings, homebound and community. I am an attentive listener, focused on helping individuals to feel comfortable in taking that initial step in asking for help. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief, interpersonal conflict, workplace issues, and anger management. Commonly used approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, a modified EMDR approach, and a broad range of strategies suitable to meet specific needs.
Selina Wilkins
Hello and thank you for stopping by. I am glad that you are taking a step to feeling better. My name is Selina and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, dedicated to helping individuals find balance and growth in life. I am here to provide guidance and support towards healing. I know that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I want you to know — you’re not alone. In my practice, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, caring space where you can feel safe to explore your feelings, understand your challenges, and develop the tools you need to thrive. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression, along with many other issues that life brings. My approach is individualized and tailored to your unique needs — blending evidence-based practices with genuine human connection and empathy. I believe therapy is a partnership, and we will work together to achieve the desired goals. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step towards seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Feel free to schedule an appointment. I look forward to hearing from you!
Donnette Joseph
Greetings! Welcome to BH Online Therapy - *POSITIVE CHANGE is POSSIBLE* Not Just Health Care, I Care! Available 24/7/365 through BH Chat, Cell Phone or Text bc life keeps happening with Life Challenges that just don't happen between M - F, 9 AM - 5 PM! FREE GROUPS & PSYCHOEDU DIDACTICS for Clients! I like to use Holistic Integrative Evidence based methods offering my clients a Buffet style of Options and let them choose what they want to try then I let go of the outcome imparting Coping Skills, Empowerment, Coming Out of Isolation/Loneliness, Communication, Relationship and Self-Care Skills. (No Expectation, Judgement or Control) for Individuals, Couples {Divorce/Separation Busting}, Groups and Families. Professional,Private, Personalized Services; I am a licensed, confidential expert in Michigan with 30 years of professional work experience. Widely known as an Influencer, Futurer, Therapists' Therapist and treater/muse of High Level Visible Professionals, Executives, and First Responders of all types. My goal is to Empower People using Integrative, Holistic Therapeutic Interventions of Somatic, Emotional, Mental and Spiritual Interventions imparting Coping Strategies, Skills & Results which are comfortable to clients and meet their daily objectives and overall goals. As a Team, we will create an open and safe environment where thoughts, feelings, expressions and plans can be shared without judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am so proud of you! Let's get started! I have experience helping clients overcome trauma of all types, job stress/pressures/burnout, work/family life balance, bullies, personality disorders, addictions, low self esteem /confidence, poor communication, stress and anxiety, time management, grief and loss, sleeping disorders, pain management, depression and race-based traumatic stress - challenges of every kind. Always at Your Service! (Siempre a Sus Ordenes!) Donnette Donnette Joseph, LMSW, ICRC
Ashley Willis
I am licensed in Michigan with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Arlana Buxton-Carter
I am licensed in Michigan with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Christian Baeumler
As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes, with a particular focus on military and veteran mental health. My professional background centers on helping clients work through stress, anxiety, trauma, and mood-related challenges. My approach is deeply compassionate and tailored to each individual's unique experiences. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotional well-being and develop meaningful strategies for healing and growth. With extensive experience working alongside veterans and individuals facing significant life transitions, I understand the nuanced challenges many people encounter. My commitment is to provide thoughtful, responsive care that honors each person's strength and resilience. I believe in creating a collaborative, non-judgmental space where clients can feel empowered to explore their experiences and develop effective coping strategies. My goal is to support you in understanding yourself more deeply and moving toward greater emotional wellness.
Beverly Wilkerson
I am licensed in Michigan with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Alison Kimball
I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Alana Gottler
I am licensed in Michigan with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Brandon Pung
I am licensed in Michigan with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, trauma, abuse, parenting issues, & anger management. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Find a Therapist Near You in Frankenmuth , Michigan
Finding a licensed therapist near you in Michigan can be an important step toward improving your mental health and overall well-being. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, or major life changes, working with a qualified mental health professional can offer meaningful support.
Michigan is home to people with diverse mental health needs across urban, suburban, and rural communities. Online therapy makes it easier to connect with a therapist near you without being limited to nearby offices. BetterHelp connects you with licensed therapists authorized to practice in Michigan, allowing you to attend sessions online from the comfort of your home.
Why work with a licensed therapist near you?
Working with a licensed therapist near you ensures that your provider meets state licensing requirements and professional standards in Michigan (MI). Licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches to help individuals manage emotional challenges, develop coping skills, and work toward personal goals.
People seek therapy for many reasons. Some are navigating ongoing mental health concerns, while others want guidance during stressful periods or major life transitions. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to work with a therapist. Many individuals seek therapy to improve communication, strengthen relationships, manage stress, or gain greater self-awareness.
Online therapy can be especially helpful for people living across Michigan, where access to in-person mental health care may vary by location.
What concerns can therapists help with?
Therapists on BetterHelp support adults across Michigan with a wide range of mental health concerns and life challenges, including:
- Anxiety and stress
- Depression and mood-related concerns
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Grief and loss
- Relationship and family challenges
- Life transitions and adjustment concerns
- Self-esteem and confidence
- Job stress and burnout
- ADHD-related challenges
- Sleep concerns
- Parenting stress
- Eating disorder support
Therapists use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and other evidence-based methods tailored to individual needs.
Online therapy vs. in-person therapy in Michigan
When searching for a therapist near me in Michigan, many people compare online therapy with traditional in-person care. Online therapy offers several potential advantages:
- Greater accessibility: Attend sessions from anywhere with an internet connection
- Reduced wait times: Many people are matched in as little as 24-48 hours, faster than typical in-person availability
- Flexible scheduling: Sessions that fit around work, family, or school commitments
- Expanded provider options: Access licensed therapists across Michigan, not just nearby offices
Research shows that online therapy can be effective for many mental health concerns. Online therapy may also reduce barriers such as transportation challenges, long commutes, or limited local availability, especially in larger or more rural counties across Michigan.
Finding a therapist near me that accepts insurance
Many people looking for a therapist near me in Michigan want to know whether insurance is an option.
Many providers on BetterHelp now accept major insurance carriers in select states. In many states, certain therapists on BetterHelp may be in-network with specific insurance plans. Coverage depends on your plan, provider, and therapist availability.
When sessions are covered, insured members typically pay an average copay of about $19 per session. Coverage varies by state and provider availability, so it’s important to check your in-network status directly on the BetterHelp site.
If insurance coverage is not available, BetterHelp’s flexible subscription model remains an option, with online therapy typically costing $70 to $100 per week, billed weekly or monthly. Additional discounts or financial aid may also be available for a lower price.
How BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in Michigan
BetterHelp simplifies the process of finding a therapist near you in Michigan without requiring you to search through tons of profiles on your own.
Here’s how it works:
- Complete a brief questionnaire about your needs, preferences, and goals
- Get matched with a licensed therapist authorized to practice in Michigan (MI)
- Begin online therapy sessions through video, phone, or live chat
BetterHelp works with one of the world’s largest networks of licensed therapists, with over 30,000 qualified providers globally. Many members are matched in as little as 24 to 48 hours, and 93% of user preferences are met during the matching process.
You can request a new therapist at no additional cost if your needs or preferences change.
Therapists near you in Michigan
Below, you’ll find licensed therapists authorized to provide online therapy to adults across Michigan, including residents in Frankenmuth.
Each provider meets state licensing requirements and has experience supporting clients with a wide range of mental health concerns using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Please note: Therapists on BetterHelp in Michigan do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.
Frequently asked questions about finding a therapist near me
How much does therapy cost near me?
Therapy costs vary depending on provider and location. In-person therapy sessions may cost $100 to $200 or more per session. BetterHelp offers online therapy subscriptions that typically range from $70 to $100 per week, billed weekly or monthly, depending on factors such as location, source, preferences, and therapist availability. Additional discounts or financial aid may also be available for a lower price. BetterHelp now accepts major insurance plans in select states and members pay an average copay of $19 per session. Coverage varies by plan, provider, and therapist availability. You can check coverage on the BetterHelp site.
Does BetterHelp accept insurance?
Yes. Many providers on BetterHelp now accept major insurance carriers in select states. In many states, certain therapists on BetterHelp may be in-network with specific insurance plans. When sessions are covered, insured members typically pay an average copay of about $19 per session. Coverage varies by plan, provider, and therapist availability. You can check coverage on the BetterHelp site.
Is online therapy effective?
Yes. Research shows that online therapy can be effective for many mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship challenges. Online therapy allows you to connect with a licensed therapist without commuting to an office.
Do I need a diagnosis to see a therapist?
No. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek therapy. Many people work with a therapist for stress management, relationship concerns, grief, life transitions, or personal growth.
How quickly can I start therapy?
Many people are matched with a licensed therapist in as little as 24 to 48 hours after completing the initial questionnaire. Match times may vary based on preferences and therapist availability.
Can I switch therapists if it’s not the right fit?
Yes. If you feel your therapist is not the right match, you can request to be matched with another licensed provider at no additional cost. You are able to do so through the BetterHelp user portal and select switch therapists if needed.
Is online therapy private and secure?
Online therapy through BetterHelp allows you to communicate with your therapist in a discreet setting through video, phone, or messaging tools.