Faith Bartnik, LLMSW: Christian Therapist Serving Portage & Kalamazoo, Michigan
Christian Counseling | Group Therapy | Individual Therapy by Age | Treatment Approaches | What to Expect | FAQs | Contact & Scheduling
Faith Bartnik, LLMSW, is a mental health therapist serving Portage, Kalamazoo, and communities throughout Michigan. She specializes in Christian counseling, anxiety and depression treatment, trauma recovery, teen and young adult mental health, and group therapy. Faith combines current clinical training with a warm, person-centered approach to support clients ages 11 and older.
Credentials: LLMSW, University of Michigan
Specialties: Christian counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, teen & young adult therapy, group therapy
Ages Served: 11+
Insurance: Medicaid + major insurance
Format: In-person Portage & virtual Michigan
Best Fit For: Christian families, ministry leaders, teens/young adults, trauma survivors
About Faith Bartnik, LLMSW
Faith provides individual and group therapy at Set Apart Counseling in Portage. She integrates evidence-based methods with person-centered, compassionate care. Her training includes modern clinical research in trauma-informed support, cultural competency, and strength-based interventions. Faith strives to meet each client where they are, helping them build resilience, regulate emotions, and develop healthy coping skills.
She is especially attuned to the needs of teens and young adults navigating identity questions, anxiety, relationships, and major life transitions. Faith also supports Christian families looking for therapy that honors their spiritual worldview.
Why Faith Chose Mental Health
Faith pursued clinical social work because she witnessed the transformative power of compassionate, faith-informed mental health support in her own community. Her decision to specialize in therapy reflects her commitment to creating spaces where people feel genuinely heard and supported through life's most challenging moments.
People who work well with Faith often include:
Christian families seeking aligned support
Pastors and ministry leaders experiencing emotional burnout
Teens and young adults facing anxiety or identity development
Individuals searching for Medicaid-friendly therapy
Anyone wanting a warm, present, and collaborative therapist
Christian Counseling in Portage & Kalamazoo
Faith offers faith-integrated counseling for clients who want biblical principles woven into therapeutic work. She helps individuals explore how their faith intersects with emotional struggles, decision-making, relationships, trauma, and personal growth.
Her Christian counseling includes:
Integrating biblical themes with evidence-based care
Supporting spiritual identity development
Addressing religious trauma with sensitivity
Helping ministry leaders navigate unique emotional demands
Collaborating with churches and Christian organizations
Faith welcomes individuals from all faith backgrounds, including no religious affiliation.
Group Therapy Programs for Teens & Adults
Faith facilitates structured therapy groups designed to strengthen coping skills, reduce isolation, and provide meaningful peer support. Groups focus on:
Anxiety management
Depression support
Relationship and communication skills
Life transitions
Groups include 3-6 participants and follow a guided process emphasizing respect, encouragement, and emotional growth. Contact Set Apart Counseling for current groups and waitlist openings.
Individual Therapy by Age
Pre-Teens (11–12)
Faith helps pre-teens manage emotions, school stress, friendships, family conflicts, and self-esteem challenges using age-appropriate tools.
Young Adults (18–25)
Faith supports young adults navigating college stress, relationships, career uncertainty, and early adulthood transitions. Therapy builds emotional regulation, boundaries, and confidence.
Teenagers (13–17)
Faith supports teens as they navigate anxiety, academic pressure, identity questions, friendships, family tension, and the emotional ups and downs of adolescence. She uses practical, developmentally appropriate tools that help teens build confidence, communicate clearly, and manage stress in healthier ways.
Adults (26+)
Adults work with Faith on anxiety, depression, relationship patterns, grief, trauma recovery, chronic stress, and life changes. Her approach helps clients build stronger emotional foundations and healthier habits.
Treatment Approaches & Clinical Methods
Faith tailors treatment plans to each client using:
Person-Centered Therapy — collaborative and client-led
Strength-Based Therapy — highlights resilience and internal resources
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma Processing Methods
Christian faith integration (optional) — prayer, scripture reflection, spiritual exploration
Her flexible, individualized style ensures clients receive care that aligns with their goals, worldview, and pace.
In-Person & Virtual Therapy Options
Faith provides therapy at Set Apart Counseling’s Portage office and via secure telehealth across Michigan.
In-Person Benefits:
Private, comfortable environment
Rich communication through presence and body language
Virtual Therapy Benefits:
HIPAA-compliant, secure
Ideal for busy schedules or transportation barriers
Available statewide
The Portage office serves Portage, Kalamazoo, Vicksburg, Mattawan, Oshtemo, Schoolcraft, and surrounding areas.
What to Expect in Your First Session
Your first session focuses on your story, your needs, and what you hope to change. Expect to discuss:
Current concerns
Emotional and mental health history
Support systems
Therapy goals
Questions about the process
Faith’s environment is calm, warm, and grounded—helping clients feel understood from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Clients ages 11 and older.
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Yes. Faith-integrated and secular options are both available.
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Small groups of 3-6 participants meet regularly to work on shared goals.
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Yes, secure telehealth is available statewide.
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Set Apart Counseling can verify your benefits and explain coverage before your first session.
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Most clients begin weekly, then shift to biweekly or monthly as they make progress.
Contact and Scheduling Information
Starting therapy is a courageous step. Our team can answer questions about scheduling, availability, and insurance. Faith welcomes new clients for in-person and virtual sessions.
Schedule with Faith | In-Person Portage + Virtual Michigan
Contact Set Apart Counseling LLC:
Phone: (269) 220-6174
Address: 921 W Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49024
Website: setapartcounseling.com
Contact us today to schedule your consultation with Faith Bartnik, LLMSW and begin your journey toward improved mental health and emotional wellbeing.