Jean Poppe, MA, LPC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Nationally Certified Counselor

Populations

Adults, women, men, adolescents, children (5-12), preschool children (over the age of 3), families, gays/lesbians.

Specialty Areas

Individual therapy, group therapy, play therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and DNMS (Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy).

Divorce recovery and life transition issues, parenting, step-family concerns, grief, anxiety, depression, anger, compulsive behaviors, trauma, physical/emotional/sexual abuse recovery, and personal growth.

Education

• M.A., Counseling Education and Counseling Psychology, Western Michigan University, 1998
• B.A., Western Michigan University (Behavioral Psychology), 1995. Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society.

Background/Experience

2000 to 2009: Co-leader for the “Coping with Divorce” seminar, a speaker series and support group for persons facing divorce or the loss of a significant relationship.

In professional practice since 1998.

Professional Interests/Specialties

I have completed specialized training and have experience in DNMS therapy to assist adults with problems resulting from wounds of childhood or later. Results of such wounds diminish quality of life and may show up as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or many kinds of relationship problems. DNMS therapy is a synthesis based what we know from research are the most successful forms of therapy along with current brain science and understanding of how people develop and thrive

I also do public speaking and have presented for the Coping with Divorce group and a variety of other groups on issues related to parenting and personal growth.

Professional Affiliations/Activities

• Member, National Board of Certified Counselors
• Member, American Counseling Association
• Member, Kalamazoo Counseling Association
• Member, Kalamazoo Women’s Therapists Network

Relevant Titles or Positions Held

• 1999-2003, Guidance Clinic Therapist, working with adults, children, and families
• 1999-2003, Guidance Clinic Therapist and Specialist, Child Sexual Abuse program
• 2000-2002, Adjunct Instructor, Western Michigan University, Sociology Dept.

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Articles by Jean Poppe, MA, LPC, NCC

• Divorce — An Opportunity for Personal Growth or a Waste of Time?

Office

605 Howard St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Phone: 269-382-3636

Office hours: by appointment

Other Sites to Visit

• Coping with Divorce in Kalamazoo
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
• Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy

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