Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Joshua works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMSW
- Licensed in
- Michigan
- Years in practice
- 7
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Joshua
Joshua Dekker is a licensed social worker with seven years of clinical experience in Michigan. He greets people with a direct, nonjudgmental style and focuses on practical steps that make daily life easier. Many who come to him feel overwhelmed by anxiety, anger, depression, or relationship strain and want straightforward help moving forward.
Joshua spends most of his practice helping adults navigate common but heavy problems. These include stress, substance use, parenting challenges, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes.
Background and approach
He also supports people facing mood concerns like bipolar disorder and seasonal affective disorder, and those coping with co-occurring issues such as addiction and communication problems. His style is warm and down-to-earth. He listens first, then helps identify patterns that keep people stuck.
Sessions aim to mix useful skills with real-world goals, not just talk about feelings. Joshua emphasizes tools that can be practiced between meetings so progress carries into daily life. He draws on several approaches, including cognitive behavioral methods, acceptance and commitment ideas, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Joshua tailors those tools to each person rather than forcing a single way of working. He often uses solution-focused strategies to help people set clear, achievable steps. Joshua offers a supportive space for people who want change but feel unsure where to start.
He invites honest conversation, helps build coping skills, and works collaboratively to set goals people can live with.
What Joshua works with
Everything Joshua lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Joshua's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Co-morbidity
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Joshua lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions. It emphasizes values-based choices and can help with anxiety, depression, and issues like anger or feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical behavioral steps, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the person sets the pace and goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Joshua will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That decision can change over time as progress and new priorities emerge.
The original profile does not specify which remote formats are used, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that doing work between sessions is simpler when meetings fit their schedule, and that practical exercises from ACT or CBT translate well to remote sessions.
Questions people ask about Joshua
What concerns does Joshua frequently address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family problems, substance use, self-esteem, parenting challenges, bipolar mood issues, ADHD, and related concerns listed in his specialties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Joshua uses a warm, straightforward, and practical approach. He listens first, then focuses on skills and steps that can be used between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has seven years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of challenges, including mood disorders, addiction, and life transitions.
Where is Joshua licensed and practicing?
He is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
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?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.