Real Therapy. Deeper Healing.
Professional Mental Health Therapy & Reiki Services | Grand Rapids, MI
At Bright Aura Therapy & Wellness, our licensed therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, postpartum mental health concerns, parenting challenges, and other mental health needs.
Additionally, our Reiki practitioners offer energy healing sessions designed to promote relaxation, stress relief, and personal well-being. Clients may choose traditional psychotherapy, Reiki, or both based on their individual needs and preferences.
Offering in-person therapy and Reiki in Grand Rapids, with virtual mental health therapy available throughout Michigan.
“Bright Aura was created from nearly three decades of clinical experience and the belief that meaningful healing involves understanding not only our thoughts and emotions, but also how we experience them within ourselves.”
— Stacia Fridley, LMSW | Co-Founder, Bright Aura Therapy & Wellness
Personalized, Evidence-Based Mental Health Care
At Bright Aura Therapy & Wellness, we provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We offer in-person therapy in Grand Rapids and convenient virtual therapy throughout Michigan, making professional mental health care accessible wherever you are in the state.
Our approach is collaborative and personalized, helping clients explore their experiences, strengthen coping skills, build healthier relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change. We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and affirming environment for all individuals, including members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
In addition to clinical mental health care, Bright Aura offers separate Reiki and energy healing services for those interested in relaxation, personal growth, and a deeper healing experience.
Mental Health Conditions & Areas of Support
Anxiety, Stress & Emotional Regulation
Support for individuals experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, excessive worry, panic attacks, overthinking, perfectionism, and emotional overwhelm. Anxiety and stress can affect both emotional and physical well-being, contributing to tension, irritability, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, and feeling constantly on edge.
Depression & Mood Disorders
Support for depression, bipolar disorder, mood instability, persistent sadness, loss of motivation, and challenges affecting emotional well-being and daily functioning.
Personality Disorders
Support for individuals experiencing personality disorders, including borderline personality disorder, emotional instability, difficulties with self-image, relationship patterns, and challenges with emotional regulation.
Trauma & PTSD
Trauma-informed support for individuals experiencing the effects of childhood trauma, abuse, neglect, difficult life experiences, and post-traumatic stress. Common concerns include hypervigilance, emotional triggers, intrusive memories, difficulty trusting others, and challenges feeling safe.
Relationships, Family & Postpartum Support
Support for individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship conflict, communication difficulties, parenting challenges, family dynamics, postpartum depression and anxiety, and changing family roles.
Grief & Life Transitions
Counseling for grief, loss, divorce, separation, major life changes, adjustment difficulties, and unexpected transitions that can affect emotional well-being and a sense of stability.
Children & Adolescents
Developmentally appropriate mental health support for children, teens, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional and behavioral challenges, social difficulties, school-related stress, and family transitions.
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
Inclusive, affirming mental health care supporting identity exploration, self-acceptance, relationships, family challenges, discrimination-related stress, and the unique experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Autism, ADHD & Neurodivergence
Neurodiversity-affirming support for autistic individuals and those with ADHD experiencing emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, sensory sensitivities, executive functioning challenges, relationship concerns, and everyday stressors.
Somatic Awareness, Intuition & Mind-Body Connection
Support for developing a deeper connection with the body, recognizing physical and emotional responses, and strengthening intuitive awareness. Through mindfulness, body awareness, and somatic-based approaches, individuals can explore the connection between emotions, physical sensations, nervous system responses, and personal well-being.
Meet Our Team
Dawn Walcott, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker & Co-Founder
With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dawn provides compassionate, individualized therapy for ages 10 and older. She specializes in anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, OCD, mood and personality disorders, postpartum mental health, and life transitions. Her approach incorporates CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Mindfulness to support emotional resilience and personal growth.
Stacia Fridley, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker, Reiki Master & Co-Founder
With a career in mental health spanning more than 30 years she provides personalized therapy for adults 18 and older, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, mood and personality disorders, postpartum mental health, ADHD, autism, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and life transitions. Her approach incorporates CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Mindfulness, with optional Reiki integration.
Kalie Schmidt, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker & Reiki Master
With over 12 years of clinical experience, she provides therapy for ages 16 and older, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, mood and personality disorders, autism, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ concerns, postpartum mental health, and life transitions. Her approach combines evidence-based therapy with optional Reiki integration. (Kalie is currently only offering Reiki to therapeutic clients.)
Whitney Miller, LMSW
Clinical Social Worker
With experience in residential, school-based, and inpatient mental health settings, she provides personalized therapy for ages 16 and older. She specializes in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, autism, ADHD, postpartum mental health, LGBTQIA+ concerns, grief, and life transitions. Her collaborative approach incorporates CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness to support emotional resilience and personal growth.
Sam Boehs
Sam is a certified Reiki practitioner who combines intuitive energy healing, chakra balancing, and a compassionate approach to wellness. Her sessions focus on releasing energetic blockages, encouraging deep relaxation, reducing stress, and restoring a sense of balance. She creates a supportive space for clients to reconnect with themselves, strengthen self-awareness, and explore personal growth.
Reiki Practitioner
Reiki PractitionerDr. Stephanie Sainsbury, DVM
Stephanie is a certified Reiki practitioner and veterinarian with over 20 years of experience in animal care and healing. Her passion for supporting well-being has expanded into energy healing, where she uses an intuitive, compassionate approach to encourage balance, relaxation, and healing on spiritual, emotional, and physical levels.
How Reiki Supports Therapeutic Healing…
Reiki & Mind-Body Wellness
At Bright Aura Therapy & Wellness, we recognize the connection between emotional and physical well-being. Reiki offers a calming, restorative experience that encourages relaxation, body awareness, and personal connection. It is available as an independent wellness service, separate from psychotherapy.
Reiki in Modern Healthcare
Reiki is offered in integrative healthcare settings, including Cleveland Clinic and Johns Hopkins-affiliated programs. Clinical research has shown promising findings related to anxiety, pain, and emotional well-being.
What People May Experience
Every Reiki session is unique, but individuals may notice:
Deep relaxation and a greater sense of calm
Reduced feelings of stress and anxiety
Relief from physical tension or discomfort
Greater emotional awareness and mental clarity
A renewed sense of balance and well-being
Client Reviews
“My therapist is a talented, very experienced and highly perceptive therapist. She weaves her abilities and experiences with tried and true traditional therapies and new modalities of healing and understandings, in a caring, honest and compassionate manner. “
— Current Client“My Reiki session left me deeply relaxed and with a renewed focus on my well- being. The office was warm welcoming and zen like.
— Current Client“Super peaceful vibe in the office. The lobby has coloring supplies and a coffee/tea bar while you wait. Incredibly loving therapists and practitioners..”
—Current Client