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Ann Maring

Licensed Therapist
Locations
534 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Online/virtual
Services
Children & Adolescents
Couples Counseling
Court Services
Individual Counseling
Credentials and Licenses

LMSW

Therapist Email

Biography

Ann Maring is a Licensed Social Worker and graduated from Arizona State University with a Masters Degree in Social Work. She has recently completed training through the PSI to provide perinatal mental health treatment. She has nearly 20 years of experience working with families in crisis in both child welfare and Friend of the Court. Her direct service with families and involvement with the Court offer a unique skillset and understanding of how mental health and Court involvement intersect.

Her experience lends itself to her work with families and individuals who are experiencing conflict related to divorce and difficulties co-parenting. In addition to these families, Ann has a passion for working with children in the foster care system as well as children, adolescents, and adults dealing with the difficulties and adjustments of daily life.

Ann approaches counseling from a solution focused and strengths based perspective, working to assist clients in finding ways to manage overwhelming and life-altering situations. She strives to create a space of mutual respect, trust, and awareness where you can begin the work of restoration to a full and meaningful life.

Client Focus
Children (8 to 10)
Preteens/Tweens (11 to 13)
Adolescents/Teenagers (14 to 19)
Adults

Specialties
Divorce
Family Conflict
Pregnancy
Prenatal
Postpartum
Relationship Issues

Court-Related Services
Immigration Hardship Waiver Letter Preparation
Parent Coordination
Co-parenting

Types of Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based

Issues
Anxiety
Depression
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Marital/Premarital

Parenting
Peer Relationships
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Stress