Brian Willshire , LPC

Brian Willshire is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan who brings two decades of clinical experience to his work. Ordained to the Permanent Diaconate in the Kalamazoo Diocese on April 13th, 2024 alongside his wife of 32 years, he integrates his faith background when it is requested by the person seeking help. He believes many emotional struggles are rooted in a felt lack of love and, when appropriate, views the Sacraments as one resource that can contribute to emotional healing.

Brian helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, family issues, grief, parenting challenges, anger, depression, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. He focuses on helping clients find a healthier balance between what can be controlled and what cannot, using clearer thinking and practical boundary-setting to reduce daily strain. He listens attentively and works collaboratively to identify goals and steps toward change.

He welcomes people from all faith traditions as well as those with little or no faith, and he only applies Catholic or Christian faith-based counseling when a client requests that focus. As an LPC, he holds professional training and licensure to provide counseling services in Michigan.

Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Brian uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is practical and often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. He also integrates Mindfulness Therapy, which teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction techniques that can support emotional regulation and coping with life changes. When appropriate, he employs Solution-Focused Therapy to concentrate on strengths and concrete steps toward clients' goals, making progress feel attainable and efficient.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Brian collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan over time based on what proves most effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Brian is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and access licensed professionals from where people already are.