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Best Clinical Social Workers in Grand Rapids, MI (2026)

43 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Grand Rapids: Well-Bean, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Resilience Therapy & EMDR Empowerment Center, 100 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 43 ranked; ranked #4.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

43 Grand Rapids clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 43 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Grand Rapids at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Grand Rapids at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Well-Bean765.0★ (10)Grand Rapids—Overall
2Stacey Williamson Nichols754.0★ (4)Grand Rapids——
3Centennial Park Counseling PLLC735.0★ (42)Grand Rapids——
4Resilience Therapy & EMDR Empowerment Center705.0★ (100)Grand RapidsSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
5GR Therapy Collective655.0★ (5)Grand RapidsSat · Sun · Evenings—
6Harbourfront Counseling - Cynthia J Crawford645.0★ (14)Grand Haven, 29 mi away——
7Scott Steenwyk Counseling Services625.0★ (10)Holland, 25 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8MIND BODY SOULUTIONS614.6★ (10)Grand Rapids——
9Integral Psychological Services - Grand Rapids614.4★ (24)Grand RapidsSat · Evenings—
10Advanced therapy And Counseling Services603.7★ (9)Grand Rapids——

The 43 best clinical social workers in Grand Rapids, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Grand Rapids

    #1 Well-Bean

    Based in Grand Rapids

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    1324 Lake Dr SE #4, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
    View profile for Well-Bean(989) 488-7449

  2. #2 Stacey Williamson Nichols

    Based in Grand Rapids

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    4829 E Beltline Ave NE #303, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
    View profile for Stacey Williamson Nichols(616) 426-2328

  3. #3 Centennial Park Counseling PLLC

    Based in Grand Rapids

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2828 Kraft Ave SE #186, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
    View profile for Centennial Park Counseling PLLC(616) 949-9550

  5. #5 GR Therapy Collective

    Based in Grand Rapids

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    330 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 300, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
    View profile for GR Therapy Collective(616) 730-3199

  8. #8 MIND BODY SOULUTIONS

    Based in Grand Rapids

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    4920 Plainfield Ave NE # A, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
    View profile for MIND BODY SOULUTIONS(616) 613-6130

  11. #11 Mind Renewal Counseling Services LLC

    Based in Grand Rapids

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–2 PM · Tue–Wed 12 PM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    800 Monroe Ave NW Unit 320, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    View profile for Mind Renewal Counseling Services LLC(616) 389-0469

  14. #14 Sarah Feaster, LMSW

    Based in Holland, 24 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8:30 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–12 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    720 E 8th St Ste 3, Holland, MI 49423
    View profile for Sarah Feaster, LMSW(616) 537-2772

  15. #15 JumpStart 2 Recovery LLC

    Based in Grand Rapids

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 66 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 66 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 11 AM–5 PM · Tue 10 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri 11 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1345 Monroe Ave NW #269, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
    View profile for JumpStart 2 Recovery LLC(616) 512-3210

  17. #17 Allow Therapy Partners

    Based in Grand Rapids

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1324 Lake Dr SE #8, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
    View profile for Allow Therapy Partners(877) 255-6987

  19. #19 CenterWell Home Health

    Based in Grand Rapids

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    625 Kenmoor Ave SE Ste 306, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
    View profile for CenterWell Home Health(616) 942-5744

  20. #20 Cherry Health - Heart of the City Dental

    Based in Grand Rapids

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 2.7★ from 26 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 2.7★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 8 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    100 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    View profile for Cherry Health - Heart of the City Dental(616) 965-8206

  21. #21 Gill Susan L

    Based in Walker, 6 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, 6 mi from Grand Rapids.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    4175 3 Mile Rd NW, Walker, MI 49534
    View profile for Gill Susan L(616) 453-6100

  22. #22 Shelly Virva, Counselor

    Based in Grand Rapids

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3950 Sparks Dr SE Ste 103, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
    View profile for Shelly Virva, Counselor(616) 726-1318

  23. #23 Heidi Dygert, Counselor

    Based in Grand Rapids

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3950 Sparks Dr SE Ste 103, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
    View profile for Heidi Dygert, Counselor(616) 726-1318

  24. #24 Shine Therapy

    Based in Grand Rapids

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Grand Rapids.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 10 AM–7 PM · Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1444 Michigan St NE #7, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    View profile for Shine Therapy(616) 259-4548

All 43 clinical social workers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

clinical social workers in Grand Rapids, ranks 26 to 43
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Horak Family and Psychological Services, PC563.5★ (8)In Grand Rapids
27Hope Network Neuro Rehabilitation - Grand Rapids563.3★ (19)In Grand Rapids
28Cherry Health – Cherry Street Health Center Family Medicine563.1★ (23)In Grand Rapids
29AllOne Health563.4★ (5)In Grand Rapids
30Empower Counseling Services555.0★ (3)In Grand Rapids
31Integral Psychological Services - Rockford554.2★ (9)12 mi
32Claystone Clinical Associates, P.L.C.552.8★ (16)In Grand Rapids
33Center for Trauma Recovery and Counseling545.0★ (4)5 mi
34Reliance Integrated Wellness Center541.0★ (3)In Grand Rapids
35West Shore Counseling Services, LLC493.0★ (8)24 mi
36Inclusive Empowerment Services, LLC485.0★ (22)25 mi
37Parmelee & Associates Psychological Consulting483.9★ (7)29 mi
38The Flourishing Collective & Sara A. Van Tongeren, LMSW LLC475.0★ (5)25 mi
39Northern Light Counseling PLLC455.0★ (3)25 mi
40Tara S. Romano455.0★ (3)25 mi
41Unity Counseling, LLC - Muskegon453.4★ (5)35 mi
42West Michigan Psychological Services442.9★ (7)28 mi
43West Michigan Psychological Services424.0★ (8)35 mi

Also serving Grand Rapids

20 more clinical social workers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked clinical social workers serving Grand Rapids
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Amy Carter, Counselor3.0★ (1)In Grand Rapids
Counseling Associates5.0★ (2)In Grand Rapids
Dana Boyer, LMSWIn Grand Rapids
David K. Bishop, LMSW5.0★ (1)In Grand Rapids
Glenda B. Hayden, LMSWIn Grand Rapids
Grounded In Growth3.0★ (2)In Grand Rapids
Hannah WebbIn Grand Rapids
Harriet V. Christensen, MSWIn Grand Rapids
Heather Wiszczur-JohnsonIn Grand Rapids
Holly BathrickIn Grand Rapids
Jessaca J. Kooy, LMSWIn Grand Rapids
Jolie J. Thomson Brown, LMSW, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Grand Rapids
LLC Behavior Services5.0★ (2)In Grand Rapids
Olivia Huffman1.0★ (1)In Grand Rapids
Pruis-Wierda Amy5.0★ (1)In Grand Rapids
Reclaim Life Therapy, PLLCIn Grand Rapids
Susan De Waard, MAIn Grand Rapids
Third Coast Counseling Center, LLC5.0★ (1)In Grand Rapids
Thomas W. Graham, MA4.0★ (1)In Grand Rapids
William C. Padding, LMSWIn Grand Rapids

How we ranked Grand Rapids clinical social workers

We scored 43 Grand Rapids clinical social workers on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Grand Rapids data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a clinical social worker

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a clinical social worker

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is clinical social work?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Clinical social workers in Grand Rapids: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in Grand Rapids?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Grand Rapids, MI is Well-Bean with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews. Stacey Williamson Nichols (#2) and Centennial Park Counseling PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 43 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in Grand Rapids?

RankedPsychologists ranks 43 clinical social workers serving Grand Rapids, MI. 28 of them are based in Grand Rapids; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which clinical social workers in Grand Rapids work on weekends?

11 of 43 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Resilience Therapy & EMDR Empowerment Center (#4), GR Therapy Collective (#5) and Scott Steenwyk Counseling Services (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Grand Rapids clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 43 rated clinical social workers in Grand Rapids is 4.3★, with a median of 8 reviews. Resilience Therapy & EMDR Empowerment Center has the most, 100 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank clinical social workers?

Each clinical social worker gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do clinical social workers outside Grand Rapids count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Grand Rapids city center, our service radius for clinical social workers. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can clinical social workers pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are clinical social workers in Grand Rapids ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on clinical social work and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a social worker provide therapy?

Yes, when licensed for it. In the US a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, or LICSW in some states) holds a master’s degree in social work, has completed supervised clinical practice and passed a licensing exam. In Canada, registered social workers are regulated by provincial colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns as counselors and psychologists.

Can I see a clinical social worker online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Grand Rapids

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 43 clinical social workers serving Grand Rapids.

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