Psychology Associates of Grand Rapids
1000 Parchment Drive., SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

To set up an appointment
with Andrea
Call
(616) 957-9112 x 19

Office Hours
Tuesday & Thursday
9 AM to 8:30 AM
Friday
9 AM to 4 PM

Many Insurances covered by Aneta, Priority Health,
United Health Care,
Messa

Sliding Fee Scale Available

Adoption Issues

For couple to move on sucessfully from infertility to adoption they need to grieve their losses and resolve their issues of infertility.
Counseling can be crucial in helping the perspect
adoptive parents accept the differences between
adoption and biological parenthood. Further more, letting go of grief can enhence bonding with the child.

Psychological Services

Specializing in
Fertility Issues & Adoption Issues

Infertility can be a true life crisis that can lead to feelings of disbelief, anger, sadness, guilt, blame, depression, anxiety and helplessness. Research has shown that depression and anxiety can decrease fertility which can lead to more depression and anxiety.

Counseling with can help break the painful cycle, increase your coping skills and feelings of empowerment and sort out your options and alternatives.

Donor, Gestational Carrier & Recipient Psychological Evaluations.

Postpartum & Pregnancy Depression

A significant number of women experience Postpartum Depression during the first year after birth. Feelings, of sadness, hopelessness, fear, anger, guilt, and anxiety can occur, ranging from mild to severe. A prior miscarriage, child loss, difficult pregnancy or birth can add to Postpartum Depression. Many women also experience depression during their pregnancy or have a history of depression that can occur again during pregnancy.