Cara Burk
Licensed Professional Counselor
About
Your struggles do not define you but can be part of the path toward healing and wholeness. I am honored to walk beside my clients on that path. I still believe in the sorority of Christian women and bring the lived experience of being a mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, and I continue to walk my own path of growth as a Christian woman in today’s world. I feel that to be vital in order to support the unique female experience. I know that God is the ultimate healer, and faith is a powerful tool on the road to wellness. Let’s take the next step together.
I grew up in the church, in a family of pastors and teachers. I have even done some mission work and would love to do more. I remember watching me dad write and practice his sermons. My siblings and I grew up performing in front of church audiences. I wanted to grow up and be like me daddy. But I remember the day I kneeled as a girl and gave my heart to Jesus. That was the beginning of my personal journey of striving to become more like Jesus. I am so humbled and grateful for His love and grace that covers my sin. As humans we all have fallen and continue to fall, we cannot change our brokenness. But Christ died on the cross for our brokenness and His mercies are new every morning, so we get to accept His grace and keep trying to do better and improve our likeness to His image. How beautiful a blessing is that!
I have founded my counseling practice on John 13:34 where Jesus is speaking to the disciples: “A new commandment I give you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another.” I try to live and practice according to this commandment by loving others as God loves me. I am here for you. I will listen and be here to support you. My practice is rooted in compassion and connection, and I tailor our work together to meet your unique needs.
Provider details
Clinician's Sex/Gender
Handicap Accessible
Cities
- Grand Rapids
- Big Rapids
- Howard City
- Ludington
- Muskegon
Counties
- Newaygo
- Kent County
- Oceana
- Mecosta
- Gratiot
ZIPs
- 49544
- 49349
- 49512
- 48640
- 49337
Teleheath
Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth
- MI
Individual Sessions
- 50-60 min
Other Sessions
- Telehealth
Psychological Testing
Ages
- Adolescent (13-17)
- Adult (18-70)
- Senior (70+)
Special Populations
- Pastors/Missionaries and their spouse/children
- Ministry Leaders
- First Responders
- Vets
Talk Therapies
- Person-Centered
- Trauma Focused
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
- Strength-Based
- Motivational Interviewing
Strengths
- Women’s issues
- Stress
- Relationship/Social Anxiety or Struggles
Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement
Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position
Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session
Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?
How direct is your approach with patients?
- I allow the patient to come up with their own interpretations and solutions
- I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient
Cost Per Session
15 min
50-60 min 130
Payment Methods Accepted
- Zelle
- Venmo
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross
- UnitedHealthcare
- Anthem
Do you accept payment plans
Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment
Educational History
- School:Huntington University
- Degree:Undergrad
- School:Central Michigan University
- Degree:Undergrad
- School:Central Michigan University
- Degree:Masters Degree
Years In Practice
License Numbers
- Name:State License
- Number:6401007179
- State:
- MI
Professional Associations
- Other