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E.T. Townsend

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • ADD/ADHD, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I offer support and skills to those exploring identity, intimacy, or relational complexity—whether in gender, sexuality, kink, or deocolonized relationships. They may be sitting with grief, unraveling the impact of trauma, or feeling the weight of past experiences in their body. They long for connection but struggle with vulnerability, trust, or belonging. Some feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, while others are questioning the stories they’ve been told about who they are. They seek a space where they can be seen without judgment, process their experiences, and make sense of the systems shaping their lives.

My approach to therapy

I offer a grounded, affirming space to explore identity, intimacy, trauma, and grief. Using somatic, narrative, and attachment-based approaches, I integrate Polyvagal Theory and a strengths framework. I support clients in reconnecting with their bodies, processing past experiences, and navigating relationships through a queer-, genderqueer-, and kinky lens.

What you can expect from me

You don’t have to navigate this alone. Whether you're untangling identity, processing grief, or exploring challenges around sex and intimacy, your experiences matter. Therapy or coaching can be a space to be seen, heard, and supported. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about what’s next, I invite you to reach out.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Non-binary
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Western Michigan University, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Kalamazoo College
  • License type
    LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) (Michigan), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Priority Health, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Infertility, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment Based Family Therapy, Somatic, Strength-Based, Attachment Based, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Art Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Relational, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Gestalt
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    502 Egleston Avenue
    Kalamazoo, MI 49001