BROOKE BROUWER, LMSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Neurodiversity Affirming
Hi, I'm Brooke
FUN Facts
I lived in Northern Michigan for the first 14 years of my life.
I have won not one, not two but THREE state awards in architectural design in high school.
My favorite foods are cherries and jalapeños … together and apart.
"Nothing can dim the light which shines from within."
— Dr. Maya Angelou
Approach & Values
I am honored to partner with children and their families in the therapeutic journey of exploring and growing. My strengths-based, individualized approach highlights and utilizes unique strengths to promote growth.
Education
University of Michigan – Master of Social Work
Calvin College – Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Specialties
Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Attachment, Grief & Loss
Experience
University of Michigan Health System providing child and adolescent outpatient therapy
Crisis Mental Health Center
Homeless Social Services
Foster Care Residential clinician
Co-authored peer review research study on international adoption
Expertise & Training
EMDR
Theraplay
Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Polyvagal Theory
Grand Rapids Kids — Top Care Provider
For the last three consecutive years, Brooke has been voted as one of the top ten mental health professionals for kids in the area.