About Me

Hi! I’m Caleb.

I am a therapist, marriage and relationship expert, and firm believer in the power of connection. 

My journey as a couples counselor originated from a lifelong passion and deep fascination for human relationships.  My heart breaks when I see love falter and fail – but it soars when I see relationships transformed, when I help others build healthy, lasting bonds.

No matter how bad things might seem right now, no matter how hopeless you might feel, I am here for you.

My Approach

As a relationship counselor, I listen to my clients and attempt to define what success would look like in their relationships, identify what obstacles are currently preventing them from achieving this success, and plan a path forward to improve their relationships.

Some couples worry that the therapist will take their partner’s side – but that would defeat the purpose, wouldn’t it?  As a therapist, I want both of you to feel heard, understood, and respected.  No one should feel blamed or ashamed for what has happened in the past.  After all, it takes two to tango.  Nearly all relational problems are co-created.  

I seek to understand the dynamics at play between the two of you.  What are the old habits of conflict, the missed opportunities for intimacy and attunement, and breaks in communication that create rifts in your emotional attachments?  We then can examine these with curiosity and begin to work towards positive change.  I use multiple evidence-based methods in my practice, but I mostly draw from The Gottman Method, developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman to help couples dive deep into their relationships and build a stronger foundation. 

Who I Work With

I work with couples from all over Michigan.  Although my office is based in Grand Rapids, I also provide online therapy (teletherapy) for people all across the state.  Couples have worked with me from cities such as:

• Sparta
• Kalamazoo
• Hastings
• Allegan
• Holland
• Muskegon
• Big Rapids

I specialize in working with people who identify as Christian or who may have experienced growing up in Christianity. However, I have also worked with couples from a wide range of faith identities.  Part of this comes from my background as well as my undergraduate degree in Biblical Studies. 

Also, as any in my personal circle will tell you, I am an absolute nerd.  Whether you are into video games, meme culture, or fantasy fiction, I know how to speak your language.

My Professional Credentials

• Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Michigan
• Gottman Method Level 1 Certification
• Master of Arts in Counseling Spring Arbor University

Want to learn more?  Ready to sign up for your first session?

I would love to hear from you!  Contact me today to get started.

Call

(616)-805-3660

Email

Caleb@true-relationships.com or

CRudd@counselingcenterwm.org

Hours

Available in person in Holland Office:
Tues: 8am – 5pm
Wed: 8am – 5pm
Thurs: 8am – 5pm

Available for Teletherapy as needed:
Mon: 9am-5pm

Closed Weekends