Do mental health care clinicians in Portage, Michigan accept insurance?

Yes, most health insurance carriers in Portage, Michigan cover mental health care including psychotherapy and psychiatry. Calculating the exact amount of coverage will be based on the plan details and whether the selected mental health clinician is in-network or out-of-network. LifeStance is in-network with most insurance plans in Michigan, so you’ll pay only a copay at each session after meeting your annual deductible. We work with CurativeQuest Behavioral HealthAetnaCentivoNorthwell DirectPartners Direct HealthOptum, UnitedHealthcare-VA Community CareProvider Network of America (PNOA)Devoted Health Plan-MedicarePriority HealthPriority Health-MedicareMcLaren Health Plan-MedicareHumana-MedicareSana BenefitsBeacon-MedicareHealth Alliance PlanEvernorth (Cigna)Meridian Health Plan-MedicareSana Benefits-MedicareMediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)Blue Care Network of MichiganMeridian Health PlanHealthSmartOptum, UnitedHealthcare-MedicareAetna-MedicareMedicareClaritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-MedicareTELUS Health (BHS)Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)Health Alliance Plan-MedicareBeaconOptum, UnitedHealthcareBlue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)McLaren Health PlanBlue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)-MedicareTricare East (Humana Military) However, even in cases when a LifeStance provider is out-of-network with your insurance, you may still be able to receive reimbursement from your insurance company especially If you have a PPO or POS insurance plan. If you have an HMO, EPO, or Medicaid/Medicare plan that LifeStance is out of network with, you likely cannot receive a reimbursement and would be responsible for the full out-of-network session fee. Our mental health provider rates vary based on experience, we would be happy to assist you with clarifying the rate and finding you the right provider.

How can I make an appointment with a clinician in Portage, Michigan?

Once you have found a provider in Portage, Michigan you want to make an appointment with, you can proceed with booking an appointment online via a link on the provider’s profile or request a callback so our office will call you at the time that is convenient for you. This is especially important for new patients, as normally your provider will schedule your next appointment with you before the end of the session. If you are a new patient or want to schedule a session with another provider, the LifeStance scheduling specialist will go over your scheduling preferences and provider’s availability in-person or online. If your treatment involves scheduling appointments in group settings, our specialist will follow up with days and times with you over a phone call.

Find Mental Health Care in Portage, Michigan

Choose from approximately 20 LifeStance supported mental health clinicians that serve patients in Portage, Michigan. Our mental health clinicians see patients in 19 local offices in Michigan and also provide online appointments throughout the state.

Krystal Lynn Rau, Therapist

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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Brandie Fridley, Nurse Practitioner

Brandie Fridley, NP, APRN-NP, helps individuals across Michigan take meaningful steps toward improved mental health through compassionate, evidence-based medication management. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she works with a wide range of individuals, offering specialized psychiatric support for children ages 0–5 and older adults 65 and above. Whether addressing behavioral concerns in young children or managing mood and cognitive changes later in life, Brandie is dedicated to helping patients and their families navigate challenges with clarity and confidence. Brandie brings particular expertise in treating complex mental health conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. She understands that each person’s needs are unique and provides tailored treatment plans that aim to restore balance and foster emotional well-being. With a strong clinical foundation and a warm, approachable style, Brandie supports her patients through every stage of the healing process—whether they are new to mental health care or seeking support after years of difficulty. Brandie is especially passionate about working with individuals navigating issues related to autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and the adoption and foster care system. These areas require an attuned and thoughtful approach to psychiatric care, and Brandie is committed to ensuring that each patient receives respectful, individualized treatment. Her compassionate work with these populations is grounded in an understanding of their unique life experiences and the specialized care they often require. Her broader experience includes treating conditions such as depression, PTSD/trauma, sleep disorders, psychosis, postpartum anxiety and depression, and grief. She also provides care to a diverse range of individuals including first responders, military veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. By focusing on the person as a whole, Brandie aims to empower her patients to regain stability and rediscover a sense of control in their lives. Outside of her clinical work, Brandie enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends—activities that reflect her value of connection and personal growth. These interests help her stay grounded and bring warmth and humanity to her practice.

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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Nicole Erickson, Therapist

Nicole Erickson, LCSW, supports individuals and families in Michigan who are navigating life’s most difficult moments with empathy, insight, and evidence-based care. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing therapy that is both collaborative and deeply personalized. Nicole helps clients facing a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, childhood behavior concerns, and relationship struggles. Whether working with a teen facing school avoidance or an adult moving through a major life transition, Nicole helps clients develop tools for growth, healing, and resilience. Nicole is especially passionate about working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues in children and teens. She understands the impact early experiences and stressors can have on development, relationships, and emotional health. Nicole brings a calm, grounded presence to her work, helping families and young people process painful experiences, improve emotional regulation, and build healthy coping strategies. Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and parent-child interaction techniques to create lasting, positive change for children and the adults who care for them. In addition to her work with trauma and mood disorders, Nicole has extensive experience supporting those coping with school avoidance, grief, substance use, postpartum depression, and chronic health conditions. She serves a broad range of populations, including individuals from the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, military personnel, and those impacted by adoption or foster care. Her interventions include CBT for insomnia, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), family therapy, and faith-based treatment when desired. Nicole tailors her clinical approach to reflect each client’s values, culture, and goals. Outside of her clinical practice, Nicole enjoys staying active and grounded in nature through activities like working out, golfing, practicing archery, and deep-sea fishing. She is deeply devoted to her family—especially her three adult daughters—and finds strength in her faith, personal growth, and advocacy for systems that promote justice and compassion.

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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Lauren Hanson, Nurse Practitioner

Lauren Hanson, PMHNP, helps patients across Michigan find stability, clarity, and improved well-being through compassionate and clinically informed psychiatric medication management. She works with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, tailoring treatment plans that address symptoms, enhance functioning, and support each person’s goals. As a prescriber at LifeStance Health, she provides care for ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related conditions, along with additional mental health needs that arise across the lifespan. Lauren brings particular expertise to supporting individuals recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. She understands the vulnerability, uncertainty, and emotional challenges that can accompany this transition and provides careful medication monitoring, safety-focused planning, and steady therapeutic support to help patients regain stability and confidence during this critical period. Her practice includes meaningful experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with autism spectrum disorders, first responders, and LGBTQ+ patients. She also serves military members and veterans and offers additional support to patients with complex mental health presentations. Lauren draws on a warm, practical style that emphasizes patient empowerment and collaborative decision-making. Outside of her clinical work, Lauren enjoys camping, curling, and spending quality time with her family—interests that help her stay grounded and energized as she supports patients on their healing journeys.

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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Karen Joy, Therapist

Karen Joy, LMSW, helps individuals in Michigan navigate life’s transitions, emotional challenges, and inner conflicts with warmth, insight, and clinical expertise. She provides individual and group therapy for teens, adults, and older adults, focusing on helping each person find clarity, resilience, and connection during difficult moments. Whether clients are struggling with mood symptoms, identity concerns, substance use, or the weight of past experiences, Karen offers a safe, inclusive space for healing and growth. Karen brings deep compassion and evidence-based skills to her work with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. She supports clients who may feel stuck in old patterns, overwhelmed by stress, or uncertain about the future. Using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, Karen helps clients regulate emotion, shift unhelpful thinking, and reconnect to a sense of meaning. She has a special interest in working with the LGBTQ+ community and with women across the lifespan. Karen is particularly passionate about supporting individuals through later life transitions, midlife changes, and somatic or medically unexplained symptoms. She understands how these experiences can create grief, identity shifts, and emotional distress. Karen works collaboratively with clients to explore these complex transitions with acceptance, self-compassion, and a renewed sense of agency. Her background in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports this personalized and values-driven approach to care. Practicing since 1998, Karen believes that healing happens in relationship—with others, with nature, and with oneself. Outside of her clinical work, she finds joy in spending time with her dogs, walking in nature, swimming, practicing yoga, and connecting with family and friends. These passions inform her calm and grounded presence in therapy.

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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Paola F. Paquini, Nurse Practitioner

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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Christin Colon, Therapist

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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Brittany C. Radler, Nurse Practitioner

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2.81 miles away

Portage , MI

269-492-6636

650 Trade Centre Way, Suite 140

269-492-6636

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William Franklin-Cromwell, Therapist

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49.81 miles away

Grand Rapids , MI

616-726-1318

3950 Sparks Dr SE, Suite 103

616-726-1318

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Amanda Maluchnik, Therapist

Amanda Maluchnik, LMSW, is dedicated to helping individuals across Michigan navigate their mental health challenges and find lasting healing. Specializing in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, Amanda supports clients dealing with PTSD, anxiety disorders like Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and depression, including Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). She also offers extensive experience in supporting individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), helping clients build the skills needed to manage intense emotions and improve their relationships. Amanda serves a wide range of clients, from adolescents to adults offering a compassionate, tailored approach to therapy. Amanda’s passion lies in guiding clients who have experienced trauma or significant life events. By incorporating evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Amanda helps clients develop coping strategies, regulate emotions, and build resilience. Her work is particularly focused on helping those who struggle with trauma-related symptoms, school avoidance, and women's mental health issues, such as navigating motherhood or life transitions. Amanda also emphasizes family dynamics in her therapeutic approach, offering family therapy and parenting skills training to support stronger, healthier family relationships. Her experience extends to working with diverse populations, including first responders, individuals on the autism spectrum, and the LGBTQ+ community. Through her integrative approach, Amanda ensures that each client’s unique needs are addressed, providing a safe, supportive space for healing and growth. Outside of her practice, Amanda enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. She finds relaxation in reading and listening to podcasts, which fuels her continuous growth both personally and professionally.

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49.81 miles away

Grand Rapids , MI

616-726-1318

3950 Sparks Dr SE, Suite 103

616-726-1318

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Michele Virva, Therapist

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49.81 miles away

Grand Rapids , MI

616-726-1318

3950 Sparks Dr SE, Suite 103

616-726-1318

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Laura Bennington, Nurse Practitioner

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49.81 miles away

Grand Rapids , MI

616-726-1318

3950 Sparks Dr SE, Suite 103

616-726-1318

Southfield , MI

248-213-0501

29201 Telegraph Rd, Suite 550

248-213-0501

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Portage, Michigan is home to several distinct neighborhoods, each with its own unique character. These include West Portage, known for its family-friendly atmosphere and excellent schools. South Portage offers a mix of residential and commercial areas, while Central Portage boasts a bustling downtown with shops and restaurants. East Portage is a quieter neighborhood with a more suburban feel, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

FAQs about how to find a clinician in Portage, Michigan

Find a provider near you in Portage, Michigan on LifeStance. To find your perfect match use filters like insurance accepted, therapy specialty, and provider identity. Mental health care clinicians on LifeStance are highly rated and vetted for their extensive experience treating individual adults, children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. They offer both in-person and telehealth care.