Kerre Nitz, LPC
Compassionate Michigan LPC focusing on trauma informed care
- Trauma informed care
- Strengths based focus
- Teletherapy and messaging
About Kerre Nitz
Kerre Nitz is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Saginaw, Michigan, who brings a background in inpatient care, school counseling, hospital crisis intervention, and outpatient individual therapy. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Certificate in Trauma Studies from Regent University in Virginia Beach, along with a Master of Divinity in church and ministry from the same institution.
Kerre has worked with school-age children, adolescents, adults, and older adults across a wide range of concerns. Her clinical experience includes supporting people facing depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem and body image concerns, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, anger and stress management, adjustment disorders, crisis counseling, and related challenges.
She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - which indicates completion of graduate counseling training and required supervised clinical hours. Kerre’s approach centers on establishing trust and unconditional positive regard to create a safe therapeutic space. She combines client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral methods, reality therapy, mindfulness, narrative and gestalt techniques, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based concepts to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
Kerre emphasizes identifying and building on strengths, skills, and abilities so individuals can overcome obstacles and move toward greater purpose and fulfillment. Her therapeutic focus is on helping people reclaim stability, build resilience, and discover clearer direction as they work through life’s challenges.
Kerre has worked with school-age children, adolescents, adults, and older adults across a wide range of concerns. Her clinical experience includes supporting people facing depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem and body image concerns, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, anger and stress management, adjustment disorders, crisis counseling, and related challenges.
She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - which indicates completion of graduate counseling training and required supervised clinical hours. Kerre’s approach centers on establishing trust and unconditional positive regard to create a safe therapeutic space. She combines client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral methods, reality therapy, mindfulness, narrative and gestalt techniques, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based concepts to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
Kerre emphasizes identifying and building on strengths, skills, and abilities so individuals can overcome obstacles and move toward greater purpose and fulfillment. Her therapeutic focus is on helping people reclaim stability, build resilience, and discover clearer direction as they work through life’s challenges.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kerre Nitz have?
Kerre Nitz has 8 years of experience.
Is Kerre Nitz a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kerre Nitz holds the LPC credential. License details: MI LPC 6401017426.
In which languages does Kerre Nitz provide therapy?
Kerre Nitz provides therapy in English.
Where is Kerre Nitz located?
Kerre Nitz is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Kerre Nitz as my therapist?
You can work with Kerre Nitz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text based messaging.
Does Kerre Nitz work with international clients?
Yes, Kerre Nitz works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kerre Nitz cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the Start Therapy button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, online therapy is often an effective option and can provide comparable benefits to traditional in-person work.
One major advantage is flexibility - individuals can choose the format that works best for their schedule and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to integrate therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care.
Therapists who offer remote care are licensed professionals, and clients may switch to a different therapist at any time if they are seeking a different fit. Online sessions can be a practical way to access consistent, professional support from a licensed professional when in-person appointments are not possible or convenient.