Ciara VanderPloeg, LLP

Hello! I’m so excited to get to know you and am proud of you for seeking out care. As an experienced Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP), I understand the therapy process and can’t wait to walk through this alongside you. I believe the role of a therapist is that of a partner and advocate, to help you achieve your goals, health, gratitude, and joy.

I have a huge passion for working with adolescents and young adults, and have experience navigating my clients through life transitions, developing healthy behaviors and relationships, and gaining confidence in themselves. I am highly experienced working with trauma, anxiety, depression, neurodivergency, and family issues.

I graduated with my Masters degree in psychology from Western Michigan University and have been working as a clinical psychologist for seven years. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), positive psychology, and mindfulness. I also have experience working in bariatric care and enjoy guiding my clients through developing healthy routines.

I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to get to know you!