Dr. Irene Kraegel, Licensed Psychologist

Experience. Compassion. Accessibility.

Specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Pain & Christian Faith Integration

Counseling in-person in Grand Rapids, MI and virtually across 43 PsyPact states

Irene Kraegel, PsyD offers anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and Christian counseling. Best in Grand Rapids, MI in-person and online in PsyPact states. Shoulder-length brown hair smiling, blue dress with floral pattern, neutral background.

Welcome.

Life has felt heavier than you expected.

Anxiety has been running the show, or depression has been quietly draining the color out of your days.
You’ve been holding yourself together for a long time, but inside you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or alone with your thoughts.
Your mind spirals, and your inner critic has become unruly. You are perplexed as to how easily you get pulled into worry, shame, or self‑doubt.

You are longing for relief — not just to “function,” but to feel like yourself again.

You’re not sure how to help your relationships feel less strained or reactive.

You want to show up with patience and clarity, yet you find yourself stuck in old patterns with your spouse, children, friends, or colleagues.
You want connection, but everything feels tense or fragile.

You may also be navigating chronic pain, heightened stress, or a season of life that feels relentlessly demanding. You’re tired of surviving. You want steadiness, resilience, and hope.

And whatever step is next for you, you know that your deepest values need to be honored along the way. Faith, politics, personal goals, life decisions… it’s important to know that whatever your experiences and commitments, you won’t be judged, pushed, dismissed, or controlled.

There is space here for your story, your questions, your fears, and your healing. You are not alone.

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Specializations

Therapy for Anxiety

The spinning thoughts in your head are taking a toll, and you’re tired of feeling on edge and fearful all the time. With decades of experience, I can support you in strengthening your coping skills and understanding the root causes of your anxiety.

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Therapy for Depression

You’ve been feeling worn down by the weight of the world, worried about everything and hopeless about change. As a seasoned clinician, I can help you experience joy again as you learn to navigate the complicated landscape that is being human.

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Therapy for Chronic Pain

Without a clear path forward for managing your pain, life has become overwhelming. It’s a struggle to function or feel hope for the future. I can help you reduce or eliminate your pain by retraining your brain to more accurately interpret sensory signals.

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Christian Counseling

Because of how important faith is to your story, it needs to be part of your therapy - but you want an approach that is grounded, nonjudgmental, and respectful. I will follow your lead as we integrate your faith with evidence-based psychology to help you heal.

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Meet Irene.

I help adults and teens who feel anxious, emotionally exhausted, discouraged, or worn down by chronic pain to experience healing and hope. My work is grounded in clinical psychology, with the option to integrate Christian spirituality and/or address religious trauma if desired.

This is evidence-based treatment that is respectful, thoughtful, and aligned with your values. There is no judgment here.

If you’re wondering whether we might be a good fit, I’d love for you to learn more about my story and approach. You can click on the video for a quick hello, then click the button below to dive a little deeper.

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In-person therapy office in Grand Rapids, MI with large window, trees outside, blue sofa, red armchair, round rug, plants, artwork, small wooden table, and standing lamp. Anxiety, depression, chronic pain treatment available with Irene Kraegel, PsyD.

At Dwell Psychological Services, I understand that life can be hectic and help isn’t always available next door. That’s why I offer both in-person sessions at my East Grand Rapids location and virtual sessions for your convenience throughout the 43 PsyPact states.

Whether you prefer the calming space of my office or the comfort of your own home, I’m here to support you.

In-Person and Virtual Sessions

Therapy Client Reviews

“You were a reliable constant in my life when nothing else was. You knew what you were talking about, and you were also willing to try different things. You were exactly what I needed.”
“I am truly grateful of all your compassion, patience, strength, wisdom, and care you have shown me. Your counseling and the meditation practice have given me so much self-awareness and new and positive perspective.”
“I can honestly say that I am a happier person today than when I first started working with you. You helped mold me into the person I am today.”
“Thanks for the many times you helped me make order out of the chaos that is my overactive brain. I really appreciated your listening and counsel through the emotional roller coaster of college.”
“Thank you. I truly have been blessed by you. You have shaped me and helped me make sense of who I am. Thank you for providing me a safe space to cry, laugh, question, search, be afraid, be brave and become the person I was created to be.”
“Thank you for your kindness in hardest times.”
“Your patience, understanding, and aid during my stressful, high anxiety times really made a difference.”
“I am constantly using the techniques you taught me. Thank you for everything. I wouldn’t be here without you.”
“How should I phrase how much you helped me…like thank you for literally saving my life? Because that is really what happened! I am so grateful how much you have helped me and believed in me in my time of distress.”
“You were a deep root for me in the midst of swirling water & heavy storms - thank you!”
“It was wonderful working with you, and you really helped me through some difficult times. You’ve been a blessing to me and surely will be to others!”
“Not only did you save my life, but you have helped so many in so many ways.”
“Thank you ever so much for your support and guidance. I will continue to sing your praises to whoever might need the help that you are so good at giving!”