Bio:
Professional Qualifications:
John Heyns is licensed as a Masters level Social Worker. He has over 29 years of experience as a social worker and counselor. He received his undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Michigan, and then his Masters Degree in counseling from George Washington University. John formerly worked for 16 years as a therapist for the Ottawa County Community Mental Health Department, and he has been in private practice since 1993.

Specializations:
John has clinical experience and expertise in both behavioral/mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment; primarily with adults. His specialties include disorders of mood (depression, bipolar, anxiety/panic, & obsessive-compulsive disorders); and marital/relationship counseling; and the combination of substance abuse & mental health problems. He offers a mix of individual, marital and family counseling.

Treatment orientation:
In his role as a counselor, John will first try to accurately and properly assess the nature of your presenting issues. Then he will engage you in the appropriate treatment modality that addresses your unique issues. For those clients who have endured hardships and heartbreaks, his role will be to assist you to cope, to heal, and to recover. Some clients may require assistance with tough problem-solving, decision-making, and behavioral changes. Still other clients will benefit from cognitive therapy to correct flawed thinking patterns (such as self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-blame problems.) And for those who suffer from disorders of mood, he will provide assistance regarding the option of medication trials, in addition to self-help activities.

Insurances Accepted:
He is on the provider panel for Priority Health, Blue Care Network, PPOM, ASR/Physician's Care, Value Options, and some of the BC/BS plans. He also provides short-term counseling via several EAP programs that are offered by some employers.

Locations:
Grand Haven
Holland

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