Strong Beginnings
Arbor Circle’s Strong Beginnings program is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Black and Latinx parents and their babies, from pregnancy through early childhood. By focusing on the unique needs of these communities, Strong Beginnings seeks to promote racial equity and eliminate disparities in birth outcomes in Kent County.
Promoting Racial Equity and WellBeing with Strong Beginnings
Understanding the importance of a strong foundation for both parents and children, Arbor Circle’s Strong Beginnings program offers a wide array of support services tailored to the specific needs of Black and Latinx families. Our dedicated team works closely with each family to provide compassionate and culturally sensitive care, empowering parents to foster nurturing environments for their children’s growth and development.
Services provided by our strong beginnings program include
Our Strong Beginnings Therapists
Marissa Kinney, LLMSW, CLC
Marissa earned her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work from Grand Valley State University. She has worked in the field since 2019.
Specialties: Pregnant people and new parents
Tanya Zamora, LLMSW, MS
Tanya earned her Master of Social Work from Western Michigan University and her Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Ferris State University. She has worked in the field since 2012. Tanya is dedicated to helping serve families and making a difference in their lives.
Specialties: Trauma Specialization: Trauma Across the Lifespan
Languages: Spanish
Looking for help?
Call us at 616-456-6571 to learn more.
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