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Julianne Dusendang, LPC

Great Lakes Wellness Counseling – Online Therapy in Michigan
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Julianne Dusendang
Julianne Dusendang

Trauma, ADHD, Addictions, and Women’s Therapy Expert

Hi there I’m Julianne Dusendang LPC CAADC

Julianne Dusendang
Julianne Dusendang LPC CAADC is one of our Jenison MI counseling experts at Great Lakes Wellness Counseling who exclusively provides counseling for individuals navigating concerns such as substance use, postpartum depression, trauma, anxiety, ADHD and help for law enforcement and first responders exclusively through virtual counseling across the State of Michigan.

Online and in-person counseling for those looking for a clear path to heal from trauma, manage ADHD, reduce overwhelm, and overcome substance use, so they can break free from overwhelm and live with purpose.

Julianne is In-Network with the following insurance plans:

  • Traditional Plans: Aetna, ASR, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Cofinity, Priority Health, Tricare, United Health Care
  • Medicaid/Medicare Plans: Blue Cross Complete of Michgian, McLaren Medicaid, Priority Health Medicaid
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Life can feel overwhelming

If you’ve experienced trauma, feel constantly overstimulated or scattered, are struggling with anxiety or depression, or are trying to cope in ways that no longer feel helpful, I want you to know you don’t have to navigate this alone. What you’re feeling right now doesn’t have to define your future, and healing is possible I know it’s hard when you’re carrying emotional weight that keeps feeling heavier and heavier.

If you’re feeling stuck, unsure where to turn, or worn down from trying to hold everything together, I’m here to help. You deserve support, peace, and the chance to feel more grounded in your life again.

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Is Therapy the Right Step?

Many people I work with come to therapy feeling hesitant. You might be unsure what counseling will be like, or you may have tried therapy before and left feeling misunderstood or discouraged. Those concerns are valid.

Therapy doesn’t require you to have the right words or everything figured out. It’s simply a place to slow down, talk honestly, and begin making sense of what you’re carrying. Through online counseling, we can meet in a way that fits into your life while still creating meaningful, supportive connection.

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A Supportive Space to Feel
Heard and Understood

I believe every person’s story matters. Regardless of what you’ve been told in the past or how others have responded to you, your experiences are important.

My goal is to create a space where you feel valued, heard, and respected. Counseling is not about fixing you—it’s about understanding you, honoring your story, and helping you reconnect with calm, clarity, and a sense of direction. Healing begins when you feel safe enough to be honest, and I work intentionally to support that process as part of the Great Lakes Wellness Counseling team.

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Healing from Trauma

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Trauma can feel like a heavy, constant presence. It can affect how you see yourself, how safe you feel in the world, and how you respond to everyday situations. Whether your trauma comes from past relationships, childhood experiences, loss, or other significant events, it can be hard to know where to begin healing.

My approach to trauma counseling focuses on helping you feel supported as you process your experiences at a pace that feels manageable. Together, we work to understand how past experiences are showing up in the present and begin building a path toward relief, stability, and resilience.

Managing ADHD and Overwhelm

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Living with ADHD or chronic overwhelm can feel exhausting. You may struggle with focus, organization, emotional regulation, or constant mental noise that makes it hard to slow down. Over time, this can lead to frustration, self-criticism, or burnout.

In counseling, we work to better understand how your brain works and how ADHD or overwhelm is impacting your daily life. My goal is to help you develop practical strategies, increase self-understanding, and reduce the sense of chaos so you can feel more confident and in control.

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Support for Substance Use Concerns

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As a Certified Advanced Addiction & Drug Counselor, I understand that substance use is often a way of coping with pain, stress, or emotions that feel overwhelming. If you’re struggling with substance use, you may carry guilt, shame, or fear about asking for help.

I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore what’s behind the behaviors and work toward healthier ways of coping. Recovery is not about perfection—it’s about understanding, support, and building sustainable change one step at a time.

Help for Law Enforcement and First Responders

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The work you do asks a lot of you. Long shifts, high-stress calls, and exposure to things most people never have to see can build up over time. You might find it hard to switch off after work, feel on edge even at home, or notice that sleep, relationships, or your usual coping habits aren’t holding up the way they used to. A lot of officers, firefighters, EMS, and dispatchers carry all of this quietly because asking for help can feel like a weakness it isn’t.

I get how heavy that weight gets. In counseling, we make room to process the hard calls and the slow build-up of stress without judgment, at a pace that feels right for you. My background in trauma and substance use means I understand how often these things go hand in hand for first responders. Together we work on managing hyper-vigilance, easing the tension you carry, and finding healthier ways to cope so you can feel more like yourself again, both on the job and off it.

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What Counseling Can Look Like

My approach to counseling is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices. I take time to understand your goals, listen closely to your experiences, and gently guide the process through education, reflection, and meaningful conversation.

We may explore family patterns, past experiences, and current stressors to better understand what’s contributing to your challenges. Healing doesn’t happen overnight, but small, steady steps can lead to lasting change.

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Ready to Take the First Step?

If you’re ready to explore whether counseling could be helpful for you, I’m here to support you. Whether you’re working through trauma, managing ADHD, navigating substance use concerns, or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to do it alone.

I also help those looking for:

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Women’s Counseling

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Depression Counseling

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Christian Counseling

Scheduling an appointment is simple, and we can begin with a few sessions to see if counseling feels like a good fit. You deserve a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.

I look forward to walking with you as you take the next step forward.

Julianne Dusendang

A little more about Julianne Dusendang, LPC

Julianne Dusendang

Julianne Dusendang earned her BS in Psychology/Systems from Taylor University, and completed her Masters in Counseling through Western Michigan University. She has previously worked in substance use rehab and recovery centers, private practice settings, and university counseling centers. All of these experiences have given her the knowledge and experiences she hopes to bring to each person supports at Great Lakes Wellness Counseling.

When she is not in the office, Julianne and her husband have three boys who keep them on a constant adventure. She enjoys baking, being outside, playing games with her family, thrift shopping, traveling, and good music.

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