Are you (or someone you know) dealing with any of the following issues?
Depression, anxiety or panic attacks, addiction, gay, lesbian or gender identity issues, relationship conflicts, anger, fear, sexual abuse, grief or loss, child behavior problems or any other family or relationship issues?
You don't have to suffer alone. Help is available. Professional counseling can help you or a loved one develop the coping skills you need to be a healthier, more productive person and member of society. Our experienced staff includes Master's level therapists and we accept most insurances and offer flexible fees. Daytime and evening appointments are available.
Call 269-381-9800 for a confidential assessment and appointment.
Staff List
- Bridges Clinical Supervisor:
- Susan M. A. Geyer, LMSW, ACSW
- Therapists:
- Anne M. R. Cooper, MA, LPC
- Pat Jorgenson, LMSW, ACSW
- Emily Sherwood, MA, LLP
- Charmeka Whitehead, Ph.D.
Staff Credentials
Susan M. A. Geyer
- Credentials:
- Master of Social Work - WMU
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Psychology - WMU
Licensed Master Social Worker
Academy of Certified Social Workers, NASW Member
Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Clinically Certified Domestic Violence Counselor
Member of American College of Certified Forensic Counselors - Specialty Areas:
- Family Therapy; Behavioral Plans; Child Guidance; Parenting, Adolescents; Couples;
Trauma/Abuse Issues; Anger Management; Panic Attacks; Anxiety/Depression;
OCD Behaviors; ADHD Diagnosis; Grief/Loss; Stress Management;
PPD, Bi-Polar and Mood Disorders; PTSD; Life Adjustment Issues; Domestic Violence - Biography:
- Susan began her career working with mentally ill and developmentally disabled individuals, helping them to learn employment skills to gain independence. She soon became involved with children and their families, providing home-based therapy and developing plans to maintain family unity. She has a special interest in working with children and families who have experienced any kind of trauma in their lives, helping them to regain strength and coping skills. Susan's personal interests include horses, skiing, camping, and spending time with her family.
Anne M. R. Cooper
- Credentials:
- Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - State of Michigan
- Member, Michigan Counseling Association
- Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology - WMU
- Bachelor of Science, Chemistry - University of Wisconsin, Madison
- Specialty Areas:
- Grief and loss issues, family issues, marriage/couples counseling, child and adolescent issues, life transitions/personal growth, spiritual issues, job loss/career change, trauma and abuse issues
- Biography:
- Anne joined Bridges in 2008 after several years working with individuals with SPMI diagnoses at InterAct of Michigan/KCMH in Kalamazoo. A lifelong Catholic, Anne is an active member of St. Monica Parish in Kalamazoo. Prior to pursuing a vocation as a counselor/therapist, Anne worked at Upjohn/Pharmacia/Pfizer as a chemist for 26 years.
Pat Jorgenson
Credentials:- Master of Social Work - Smith College for Social Work,
Northampton, Massachusetts - Bachelor of Science, Psychology - Loyola University of Chicago
- Licensed Master of Social Work - State of Michigan
- Academy of Certified Social Work, National Association of Social Workers
- Specialty Areas:
- Child Guidance, Adolescent Transitions, Trauma Recovery, Health-Related Adjustments and Care Giver Support
- Biography:
- Pat began her career providing therapy to children and adults. She later worked in health care helping individuals and their families cope with significant changes brought into their lives by illness or accidents. The events of September 11th encouraged her to join the Red Cross as a Mental Health Volunteer and to pursue the study of treating trauma survivors.
Emily Sherwood
- Credentials:
- Limited License Psychologist
- Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology - WMU
- Bachelor of Arts, English - Western Michigan University
- Specialty Areas:
- Women's Issues, Life Transitional Issues, Parenting Issues, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss Issues
- Biography:
- Emily has been a practicing psychotherapist in the Kalamazoo/Portage area for 17 years.
Charmeka Whitehead
Insurance
- We participate with the following insurance companies:
- Aetna
- Cigna/GM Careline-Conn Gen
- Blue Care Network
- Health Plan of Michigan
- Magellan-State of Michigan
- Medicare Part A & B
- Medicaid
- Great Lakes Health Plan
- Caresource of Michigan
- Molina Healthcare
- Cofinity
- ValueOptions
If you have questions please call 269-381-9800.
