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James Van Haren, MD

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Grand Rapids, MI

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Grand Rapids, MI

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Grand Rapids, MI

LifeStance Health

Grand Rapids, MI
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James Van Haren, MD
Mazur Mazur Penning & Pommer
(42 Reviews)
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833 Kenmoor Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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(42 Reviews)
Service
3.5 star average for Service
Environment
4 star average for Environment
Expertise
4 star average for Expertise
Staff
3.5 star average for Staff
Recommended
3.5 star average for Recommended
Value
3 star average for Value
My son has been a patient of Dr. Van Haren for over 16 years and he is like family to us. We trust him with our whole heart and appreciate him very much. My son has autism and bipolar and Dr. VanHaren has always treated my son and I with respect and great care. We absolutely love him and his staff.
by Brenda xxx.xxx.100.199
January 21, 2021
I was assigned Dr. Van Haren when I was a patient at Forest View for my eating disorder. He was always extremely cold and intimidating. I think it is helpful to be somewhat hard on patients but he truly scared me more than I already was being there. His nurse Erin and the rest of the ED staff were way more helpful
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.236.215
December 30, 2014
I was a patient assigned under Van Haren's care almost three years ago and am still working to overcome the trauma and emotional destruction I experienced.
As an adolescent at the time of my inpatient treatment at Forest View, I felt viewed as a list of diagnoses and symptoms that needed to be fixed. He was rude, but that was far from the worst.
I was taken in to treatment in part as an eating disorder patient. His response was, "You don't *look* like an eating disorder patient" (I was 5'5" and weighed roughly 135 lbs.) After my release to intensive outpatient, I came back one day to the routine weigh-ins and was told "You've gained weight since you went home, and that's not good."

His staff lied to me during intake about the expected length of my stay and I felt like he expected the worst from me.

Every so often I'm hit with the memories of my inpatient time and have to take a minute to remind myself that other people actually see me as a good person. Many of the staff members, especially my case manager, worked with me to counteract a lot of what he said.

I will never in good conscience be able to recommend his services, though my overall care at FVH was exceptional.
by a past client xxx.xxx.194.210
September 25, 2014
i saw him at forestview, he's not much more than just a way to get pills. i'd see him like 5 to 10 minutes a day.
by jane doe xxx.xxx.14.206
July 21, 2014
Did this provider seem irritated to be working with you?
No, they were polite
Do you feel that you could have received better service somewhere else?
No, I don't think so
How would you compare this psychiatrist to others in his/her field that you have visited?
Among the best I have seen
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Fairly Easy
Was this provider sympathetic to your situation?
Yes, they were sympathetic and caring
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.207.210
December 04, 2013
Were the restrooms clean at this provider's office?
Yes, they were immaculate!
Does this provider give unbiased advice?
Absolutely! I always get sound, helpful, and completely unbiased advice!
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.105.247
October 21, 2013
The front desk staff acts like you are bothering them. They usually give reminder calls. Must book about four months in advance! Med checks are 20 minutes and as for Dr. VH, he allows you the entire time and didn't rush me out the door.

I had med questions and actually suggestions. He agreed w/ some and said no to others, so he's not a push-over. He is aware of about 90% of the meds out there. Twice, I found I knew 'more than him.' But, he has the PDR!

Absolutely works with you to find the correct meds and suggests therapists as well. Very thorough. I wouldn't be here in this position without him... now to find his fax number - lol.
by trashcan xxx.xxx.200.113
October 20, 2013
Was it easy to find parking at this psychiatrist's office?
Extremely easy, and close to the entrance
Were the restrooms clean at this provider's office?
Yes, I could tell they were cleaned regularly
Does this provider remember you and your circumstances at every appointment?
Not really. I usually have to remind them.
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.219.43
September 19, 2013
Did this psychiatrist give you undivided attention?
No, I felt ignored
Did this psychiatrist thoroughly explain the risks and benefits of your treatment?
No, they didn't even attempt to explain
Did this psychiatrist ever condone negative behavior?
Somewhat, it definitely wasn't discouraged
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
No, I left with more problems than I came with!
Did this psychiatrist use excessive foul language?
No
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.1.219
July 16, 2013
Was this psychiatrist's staff friendly?
Yes
Did this psychiatrist use excessive foul language?
Not at all! They are always respectful and courteous!
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.108.14
June 04, 2013
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833 Kenmoor Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546