NE Grand Rapids | Muskegon | Alpena

(616) 439-1866

Intake@UnityCounseling.com | (616) 439-1866
Get Matched With A Therapist

Welcome! Meet Gail Atkins, LPC, CAADC

Location: Alpena

Specialties: EMDR, Trauma, Substance Use, Anxiety, Addiction, Coping Skills, Recovery, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Depression, Grief, Couples Counseling, CBT and DBT. 

Ages: 10+

I create a non-judgmental and healthy space to help my clients find balance in their life and overcome past and present hardships. I work with clients to help them achieve goals that are important to them while utilizing person-centered and strength-based treatment planning.

I primarily use the approaches of EMDR, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, solution-focused, and mindfulness to help my clients gain emotional stability and increase self-esteem in their lives while decreasing the impacts of depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, and grief.

I look forward to working with you to achieve the happy and healthy life that you want for yourself and for your family. Together as a team, we will work on what brings you into therapy and help you to find balance in your life.

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Client Focus

EMDR

EMDR helps your brain process and heal from past experiences. Gail guides you through this approach in a safe, supportive way.

Trauma

Trauma weighs you down. Gail is here to help you unpack the pain, process the past, and move forward with confidence and care.

Substance Use

Substance use can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Gail supports you in healing and recovery.

Accepted Insurances

Commercial: Aetna, ASR, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, CHAMP VA, HAP PPO, Molina, Priority Health, Tricare East, United Health Care, Optum, UMR, Oscar, GEHA

Medicare: Aetna Medicare PPO, Medicare Plus Blue, BCN Advantage, Humana Medicare, Medicare Part B, Molina Medicare Advantage, Priority Health Medicare, United Health Care Medicare

Medicaid: Priority Health Medicaid, Molina Dual, Priority Health Dual

Other: Out of Network, Private Pay (available on a sliding scale if needed)

Rates & Insurance

This is my first time in therapy. What can I expect?

In therapy, you can expect a welcoming and supportive space where we’ll work together to explore your feelings, set personal goals, and develop coping strategies for challenges like anxiety, stress, grief, and more. I’ll tailor our approach using techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to meet your unique needs, empowering you to make positive changes at your own pace.

How do I get started with therapy?

The first step is to fill out the contact form with your information to the best of your ability. One of our intake specialists will then reach out to answer any questions you may have and schedule a brief phone consultation. During this call, we’ll ask you to share a little about yourself and discuss what you’d like to focus on in therapy!

Do you accept Insurance?

Unity Counseling offers a wide range of accepted insurances such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, Priority Health, UMR, and United Healthcare. Along with accepting some Medicaid and Medicare! Unity Counseling also offers out of network, private pay avalbile on a sliding scale. If you don't see your insurance or have questions, please give us a call (616-439-1866) to learn more!

How often would we meet?

There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to therapy. In the beginning, we typically recommend meeting on a weekly basis. This gives us a chance to get to know one another, and as our work together develops, we encourage personal assessments so we can create a schedule that suits your specific needs.

Frequently Asked Questions!

Whether you’ve worked with a therapist before or this is your first time reaching out, you may have questions about Unity Counseling, Amy, and what our work together might look like. Below are answers to some of the most common questions to help you feel more informed and comfortable as you take this next step.

More questions? Visit our full FAQ page!