About

Kalamazoo Counseling
& Assessment Center

Welcome to Kalamazoo Counseling and Assessment Center!

We are a collaborative group of experienced counselors, marriage and family therapists and psychologists serving adults, children, teens, couples and families in the Southwest Michigan are.  We believe that mental health is a critical component of holistic wellness and that therapy can be valuable for everyone, whether the objective is seeking support in a time of grief and loss, building coping skills for anxiety or depression, working through a traumatic experience, managing ADHD and other attention and learning issues, improving a relationship, or simply desiring personal growth through counseling.  We offer individual counseling, therapy groups, educational classes, and comprehensive psychological evaluations and assessments and work closely with area physicians and school systems to empower individuals, families and groups to move beyond current obstacles and reach their full potential in school, in the workplace, and in their personal lives.  We also offer professional consultation as well as clinical supervision to mental health professionals. At KCAC, we know that choosing to participate in counseling and assessment services can be a significant investment of your time and, sometimes, your financial resources.  We understand and appreciate the investment you are making in yourself and your family so we strive to make the process as simple as possible for you. 

Our clinicians accept a wide variety of insurance plans and also understand that there are times when insurance is not available or might not be your preferred means of payment.  We are pleased to offer alternative self-pay rates for our services so that you may choose the option that is right for you. 

As our client, you will have private online access to your protected account and will be able to monitor your statements and make payments at your convenience from your computer or mobile device.  Receipts for payments will be emailed to you, and you will have access to your own documentation for HSA and FSA management through our online portal.  Appointment reminders are available by phone call, text or email, and there will be no lengthy check-in process for most appointments.  Of course we are happy to provide traditional paper billing statements and payment receipts upon request.

We are pleased that you have chosen to visit us online and we look forward to the opportunity to work with you. We invite you to contact us for more information or to schedule your first appointment.

Time to Get Started!

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1. Take a Self-Assessment

Take it at your own pace and take one of our free self-tests and see if you or your child display some symptoms of ADHD, depression, separation anxiety or other learning disability.

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2. Reach Out

We're here for you, whether you're looking for an assessment, therapy or simply personal growth. Click below to fill our contact form, call us via phone or email.

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3. Get Ready for Brighter Days

Together we'll create an action plan for you or your child so that you'll conquer your future. You'll receive the tools and tips you need to not only adjust to the world around you, but thrive!

Chris Barnes, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Kalamazoo, MI

Meet Chris Barnes

FOUNDER | Kalamazoo Counseling & Assessment Center

Chris believes life is hard.  And to make that more complicated, change can be scary.  But it doesn’t have to be.  Chris helps clients focus energy into productive and dynamic outlets they can find more return in their energy investment. 

  • PsyD, Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology (2011)
  • MA, Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology (2008)
  • BS, Psychology, Western Michigan University (2004)

Chris specializes in:

  • ADHD Evaluations
  • Behavioral issues
  • Interpersonal problems
  • Men’s issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Personal growth
  • Psychological Evaluations
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