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Emma Pothoven

Pre-Licensed Professional
Schug Counseling Services
Accepting clients Last Updated 9 days ago

It’s easy to feel like your worries are too big, too small, or too strange to share. Maybe you’ve been judged and dismissed by others, leading you to pull away. Sometimes, it’s simply the small things piling up, or the uncertainty of not knowing what comes next. Whatever brought you here, I’m glad you came—and I’d be honored to support you.

My approach is strengths-based and grounded in compassion. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen and heard. I’m here to support meaningful change by encouraging open communication, honoring your sense of choice, and helping you develop effective coping strategies. I believe in empowering you to take the lead in your healing, and I’ll be here to walk alongside you every step of the way.


Specialties

Anxiety Depression Emotional Regulation Life Transitions Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Phobias Self-harm Stress Suicidality Trauma & PTSD

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

Emma Pothoven is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Aetna Better Health Aetna Student Health Aetna Student Health - Columbia University Aetna Student Health - The New School Anthem Blue Cross ASR Banner Aetna Behavioral Health Systems Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Capital Blue Cross Health Alliance Plan (HAP) Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Medicaid Pacific Blue Cross Physicians Health Plan Priority Health

Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1326768789

Rates

First session $185
Ongoing sessions $165
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

121 South Main Street
Wayland, MI 49348
(616) 498-8557
ADA Accessible
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Treatment Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Exposure Therapy Internal Family Systems (IFS) Person-Centered

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

Qualifications

  • Supervisor(s): Christina Schug
  • Supervisor License(s): MI-6801113998

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Christian