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Michigan

Deanna Devries, LLMSW

Limited Licensed Master Social Worker

Grand Rapids, MI
License #68511190422 years of experienceAges 18+

Welcome! I'm dedicated to helping adults navigate life’s difficulties with compassion and understanding. My approach is person-centered and rooted in empathy, practical support, and collaboration. I strive to create a space where you feel heard, valued, and supported.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, perfectionism, boundary difficulties, and emotional regulation. I enjoy helping individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about how to move forward and want to develop practical tools for managing life’s challenges.

My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based strategies, tailored to your individual needs and goals. Together, we can explore patterns that may be getting in the way and work toward greater confidence, clarity, and emotional well-being.

I look forward to meeting you, hearing your story, and working together toward your goals!

I work with

Individuals

Accepted insurances

  • 6 Degrees
  • 90 Degree Benefits
  • Aegis LLC
  • Aetna/ First Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Affordable Health Choices/ Aetna Voluntary
  • Aetna EAP
  • Allstate Benefits (through Allied Benefit Systems)
  • American Continental (Aetna Senior Supplemental)
  • Assured Benefit Administrators
  • Boon-Chapman Administrators/ Wellnet Healthcare
  • Christian Brothers Services

I specialize in

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship/Family Stress
  • Self Esteem
  • Life Transitions
  • Stress
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Therapy
  • Faith Based - Christian
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Therapy
  • Blended Family

Treatment approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Therapy
  • Faith Based - Christian
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Therapy
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive

Communities I work with

  • Healthcare Professionals
  • First Responders/Law Enforcement
  • Military/Veteran Allied

Education

Master of Social Work

Spring Arbor UniversityGraduated 2024

Supervised by

Megan Nienhuis