Psychologist
Dr. Luke Vander Wal
PsyD
“I firmly believe that anyone can benefit from therapy.”
Specialties
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- CBT
- Couples & Marriage
- Depression
- Grief
- LGBTQ
- Men's Health
- Mood Disorders
- PTSD
Who I work with
I firmly believe anyone can benefit from therapy. I work with kids (8+), adolescents, young adults, couples, and adults of all ages, on anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, grief and loss, ADHD, identity, faith struggles, and conflict with the people closest to them.
How I work
My aim is a safe, confidential, comfortable place to talk about life, past and present. Therapy can feel awkward at first, and that's okay — it may take a few meetings to settle in. My approach is grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, drawing on ACT, DBT, EFT, and solution-focused work as it helps, so we can notice the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and make positive change.
Background
I completed my bachelor's at Calvin University and my master's and doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Wheaton College, and have provided therapy and assessment since 2017. For couples, I use the Prepare/Enrich program and am certified to offer its formal assessment.
At the heart of the work
Anyone can benefit from therapy — a safe, confidential place to understand your story and your hopes.
Credentials & training
Where you'll meet
Jenison Pediatric Center
1915 Georgetown Center Dr, Suite 101 · Jenison, MI 49428
Telehealth
Anywhere you are physically located in Michigan
What the first session looks like
You don't need to prepare anything. Fifty minutes, mostly you talking, no diagnosis required to walk in.
Before
A short intake call
We confirm your insurance, ask what brought you in, and book the time that works.
During
Mostly you talking
Dr. Wal asks about what brought you in and what you've already tried. No pressure to relive anything.
After
A plan you agreed to
Goals, pace, and approach set together — and revisited as things change.
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Work with Dr.
Take the first step toward a brighter future. We'll verify your insurance before your first visit.