Human first; Therapist second.
Our therapists bring a wide range of expertise and approaches so you can find the one who is best equipped for your specific challenges and growth opportunities. But beyond being awesome therapists, you’ll find they are also awesome people, and the warm, welcoming feeling you have upon entering our door will continue on in the treatment room, each and every visit.
Interested in joining our team of therapists? Learn more here.
Hear from founder, Chris Rivera as he talks through the structure of Speak;Easy Therapy.
In this long-form interview, Chris Rivera, founder of Speak;Easy Mental Wellness, shares the vision behind creating a therapy practice that prioritizes emotional safety, intentional design, and human connection.
Chris reflects on the experiences that shaped Speak;Easy, the importance of creating therapeutic spaces that feel warm rather than clinical, and how environment, culture, and care intersect in meaningful mental health work. This conversation offers insight into how Speak;Easy is redefining the therapy experience in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Whether you’re exploring therapy for yourself or considering joining a values-driven mental health practice, this interview provides a deeper look into the philosophy, purpose, and future of Speak;Easy.
Topics include:
The inspiration behind Speak;Easy
Why design matters in mental health care
Creating emotional safety for clients and clinicians
Building a collaborative, sustainable therapy practice
The future of mental wellness in Grand Rapids