Business Details
6 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Grand Rapids
At Start & Associates, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of gentleness and calmness where individuals achieve personal growth through acceptance. Our mission centers on creating a welcoming environment where clients find peace amid chaos, hope in despair, and clarity in confusion. With a team of Licensed Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and specialized practitioners, we offer evidence-based therapies including CBT, EMDR, and DBT to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD.Our collaborative approach emphasizes ethical standards, community impact, and client-therapist trust. We accept private pay and most major insurance plans, ensuring accessible care tailored to individual needs.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
EMDR Therapy
ADHD Evaluations
Play Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Art Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We specialize in diverse therapies including CBT, EMDR, and DBT for all ages.
- Our team includes licensed psychologists, counselors, and certified specialists.
- Most therapists accept major health insurance plans for accessible care.
- Clients praise our calming, welcoming therapeutic environment.
- We focus on ethical practices and community-centered mental health support.
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. This evidence-based approach effectively treats anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders through structured, goal-oriented sessions. Our licensed therapists tailor CBT techniques to individual needs.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy addresses trauma and PTSD symptoms by processing distressing memories. Our certified specialists use bilateral stimulation techniques to help clients reframe traumatic experiences and reduce emotional distress.
ADHD Evaluations
Comprehensive ADHD evaluations for children and adults include clinical interviews, symptom assessments, and cognitive testing. Our psychologists provide diagnostic clarity and treatment recommendations for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder across the lifespan.
Play Therapy
Play therapy helps children express emotions and resolve psychological issues through guided play activities. Our specialists use this developmentally appropriate approach to address behavioral challenges, trauma, and social difficulties in a safe, supportive environment.
Family Systems Therapy
Family systems therapy examines interpersonal dynamics and improves communication patterns. Our counselors work with families to address relationship conflicts, life transitions, and generational patterns through collaborative, solution-focused sessions.
People
Dr. Toni Start
Founder
Dr. Toni Start established the practice with a vision for compassionate mental health care. She leads therapeutic innovation while mentoring associates in evidence-based practices for individual and community well-being.
Sheryl Boynton
Licensed Counselor
Sheryl Boynton specializes in adult anxiety and depression treatment using cognitive-behavioral techniques. With 15+ years of experience, she helps clients develop coping strategies for improved emotional regulation and life satisfaction.
Dr. Adriana Yellig
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Adriana Yellig provides comprehensive psychological assessments and therapy for children and adolescents. Her expertise includes ADHD evaluations and evidence-based interventions for developmental and behavioral challenges.
Jessica Kleinheksel
Therapist
Jessica Kleinheksel offers trauma-informed care using EMDR and play therapy techniques. She specializes in helping children and families process adverse experiences and build resilience through creative therapeutic approaches.
Amanda Tuck
Office Coordinator
Amanda Tuck manages client referrals and billing coordination. She ensures smooth practice operations while connecting clients with appropriate therapists for their specific mental health needs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide CBT, EMDR, DBT, ADHD evaluations, trauma therapy, play therapy, and art therapy for anxiety, depression, and emotional challenges.
Do you accept insurance?
Most therapists accept major health insurance plans. Contact our office for specific provider details.
What ages do you treat?
We serve children, adolescents, and adults through specialized therapeutic approaches.
What makes your practice unique?
Our team combines multiple therapeutic modalities in a calming environment focused on ethical, client-centered care.
Do you offer telehealth options?
Contact our office to inquire about virtual therapy availability based on individual therapist offerings.
