Renn Bulthuis, LLMSW
CLINICAL THERAPIST
They/Them
Locations: Grand Rapids, Online
Specialties:
LGBTIQA+
ADHD/Autism/AuDHD
Sex Therapy
Complex PTSD
Anxiety
Self-Esteem
Works with: Adults
Email: renn@rootedcounselingmi.com
Hey there,
I BECAME A THERAPIST BECAUSE I LOVE WITNESSING FOLKS UNMASK AND FIND COMFORT IN THEIR AUTHENTIC SELVES.
I use strengths-based and client centered approaches in the therapeutic relationship and strive to build an environment where clients can feel appreciated exactly as they are. I believe that everyone holds deep wisdom within themselves and sometimes we just need help trusting it. My main goal is to help clients find their way back to themselves.
I love working with LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and feel so lucky to have worked with those communities for almost a decade. I feel honored when I can walk along side someone’s healing journey and witness them discover identities around gender and sexuality that resonate. I also have extensive experience working with complex PTSD, ADHD, Autism (AuDHD), Anxiety, Sex Therapy, and Self-Esteem Issues.
I see the therapeutic relationship as collaborative and I want to meet clients where they are. I use a variety of modalities including CBT, Strength Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and meditation/mindfulness practices to cultivate self-compassion.
In my free time I enjoy being outside as much as possible and especially enjoy hiking. I’m constantly searching for recipes I’ve never created before. I’m also a big animal lover and regularly take my cat for walks.
Education: I received my BA in Psychology from Grand Valley State University and my MSW from the University of Denver.
