Aaron Knapp, M.A., LLPC*

First 30 TherapistsIHC West
Written By Melissa Blanchard

About Aaron

Aaron is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor. I provide counseling for a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD. 

Additionally, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and those who have experienced religious trauma. 

My own journey as a former pastor, coupled with my personal experience of religious trauma, gives me a deep understanding of these specific challenges.

I recognize that my religious background may raise concerns for some who have experienced trauma. Please know that my priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space for your healing. I will never impose my beliefs or try to change yours. Whether you are navigating spiritual questions, healing from religious abuse, or simply seeking support for life's challenges, I am here to help.

My approach is integrated and tailored to your individual needs, often drawing from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe in the DBT principle: 'You are accepted as you are, and your life can be better going forward.' I am committed to helping you craft a more fulfilling life story.

My past experience as a pastor in Michigan and Indiana, where I provided pastoral counseling and served as a foster parent, has shaped my compassionate and holistic approach to therapy. I am dedicated to working collaboratively with you to identify your goals and navigate your path toward well-being.

Contact Aaron: 616-773-2908 ext 136

EMAIL: aaron.knapp@ihcwestmichigan.com

*Supervised by a Licensed Professional Counselor

Education

  • B.A. Pastoral Studies Moody Bible Institute (2008)

  • M.Div. Grand Rapids Theological Seminary (2015)

  • M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of the Cumberlands (2024)

Treatment Interests

  • Individual treatment with Children 10+, Teens, Adults, Couples, & Groups

  • Academic Achievement

  • Anger Management

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Executive Functioning

  • Grief & Loss

  • LGBTQIA+

  • Parenting

  • PTSD /Trauma

  • Relationship Issues

  • Religious Trauma

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Sexual Identity

  • Spiritual Issues

  • Substance Use

Therapeutic Approaches

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Person-Centered

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