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Amanda Smith, LLMSW, CCS, CAADC
Amanda joined the FES team with 15+ years of experience in the field of social work, between NuPoint Services in Grand Rapids and Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming, Michigan. Her specialized training and experience is in substance abuse disorder, suicidal ideation, self-harm, domestic violence, trauma, and sexual assault. With her, energy, compassion and competence, Amanda is a tremendous assets to the Forward Edge team. She sees children, adolescents, adults, and couple, and is available for appointments either in the Grand Rapids office or online.
Julie Ball, LMSW
Julie joined the FES team with 12+ years of experience in the field of social work. Her background is primarily in a medical setting, working with adults, older adults, and families to cope with health-related issues. She spent over seven years with Faith Hospice, helping patients and family members through their end of life experiences. Julie's expertise in grief and loss - along with her warmth, curiosity, and depth - is such an important contribution to our team. She primarily provides individual therapy to adult patients, either at the Grand Rapids office or online.
Allison stone, LLMSW
Allison earned her Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan after completing her Bachelor's in Social Work from Grand Vally State University. Allison's experience prior to Forward Edge Services centered around work with children and families experiencing domestic violence or a loss in the family. With her ability to help patients navigate some of the most challenging waters of family life, we are thrilled to welcome Allison as one of the newest members of the FES team! She is working out of both the Grand Rapids and Saugatuck/Douglas offices with children, adolescents and adults. She is also available for virtual appointments.
Jordan Bennett, Clinical Intern
Jordan joins the Forward Edge team as an advanced clinical intern currently pursuing his Masters in Social Work from Western Michigan University. His experience in the field thus far has been through Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services in Grand Rapids, where he worked as both a psychiatric technician and discharge planner. With FES, Jordan is providing individual therapy to primarily adolescents and adults. He also has a particular interest in working with couples. We are thrilled to welcome Jordan to the team and share him with the GR community!