- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Michigan
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
About Brian
Brian Willshire, LPC, helps people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and self-esteem struggles. He also supports those facing relationship tension, family concerns, parenting stress, and life changes. He writes and speaks plainly to help people make small, clear changes.
Sessions emphasize practical steps and clearer thinking. Brian brings two decades of counseling experience in Michigan to his work. He listens first and asks simple questions to understand the problem.
Background and approach
Then he and the client focus on doable goals and short-term strategies. He encourages clearer communication and setting boundaries that make daily life easier. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.
He also draws on mindfulness practices to improve attention and calm. Solution-focused methods help people identify strengths and next steps when they feel stuck. Brian is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, and describes his approach as collaborative and straightforward.
He can adapt sessions to a person’s faith background when that is desired, but that option is only offered on request. He works with people from many different beliefs and life situations. In sessions he aims for practical progress rather than long explanations.
Parents who feel overwhelmed by daily demands will find short-term tools to manage stress and improve interactions at home. He favors clear plans clients can use between meetings.
What Brian works with
Everything Brian lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Brian helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
Approaches Brian lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How practical approaches fit into online therapy
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It helps people manage worry, low mood, and repetitive negative thinking by breaking issues into small, changeable steps. Mindfulness Therapy trains simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and increase calm. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and improving focus during parenting challenges.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process makes it easier to adjust techniques as progress is seen or circumstances change.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits for people with busy lives. Video calls let the therapist and client meet face to face when a deeper conversation is needed. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when being on camera is difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging are handy for quick check-ins, brief coaching, and building momentum between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep consistent contact and use new skills in real life.
Questions people ask about Brian
What kinds of concerns can Brian help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem issues, relationship strain, family concerns, parenting stress, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, collaborative style that focuses on clear thinking and practical steps. Sessions aim to set attainable goals and improve everyday routines.
What is his professional background?
Brian has 20 years of experience in counseling and works in Michigan. He emphasizes listening first, then building short-term strategies with clients.
What credentials does he hold and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available for online work?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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