- Stress and anxiety
- Life changes
- CBT and ACT
About Joshua
Joshua Dekker is an LMSW - a Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in Michigan with seven years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addictions, parenting concerns, and questions about life purpose. He also supports people managing ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and compassion fatigue.
Josh often meets people who feel stuck after a work change, separation, or other major life shift. He uses down-to-earth conversation and practical skills to help identify patterns that make life harder. Sessions focus on small, usable steps rather than abstract theories.
He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, client-centered listening, and mindfulness tools. That mix is used to clarify values, shift unhelpful thinking, and build coping skills for stress and cravings.
Many clients bring relationship or communication problems, struggles with fatherhood or parenting, or feelings of emptiness and isolation. He talks through what matters most to each person and works on communication and impulse control strategies when needed.
Josh aims to make therapy practical. Expect straightforward feedback, skill-building exercises, and a focus on what you can try between sessions. He prefers clear goals, measurable steps, and regular check-ins to see what is changing and what needs adjusting.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking actions that align with them while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help when someone feels adrift after a big change and wants to reconnect with what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches concrete techniques to shift them. This approach is often useful for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative style that helps people find their own reasons to change, which can be helpful for addiction, ambivalence about life choices, or making career shifts.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person's needs, and adjust plans based on what feels useful. That collaborative process helps narrow down which tools to emphasize over time.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce the need to travel. They also let people practice skills in the settings where challenges actually occur, which can help turn new strategies into everyday habits.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he work with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, addictions, ADHD, and questions about life purpose.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses practical conversations, values clarification, and skill-building drawn from CBT and ACT to identify patterns and test small changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of clinical experience as a Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) practicing in Michigan.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.