- ACT and CBT
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Joshua
Joshua Dekker is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with seven years of experience. He works with adults who are facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship struggles, addiction concerns, and feelings of guilt or shame. He often helps people who feel stuck after life changes or who are trying to manage work and family pressures.
Joshua spends sessions listening first and then helping people find practical steps forward. He uses straightforward, skills-based methods rather than expecting clients to have everything figured out. He focuses on identifying patterns that keep people stuck and on building tools for managing strong emotions.
He commonly combines cognitive behavioral ideas with mindfulness and acceptance-based work. He also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to support change. Sessions are collaborative and aim to connect what matters to a person with small, achievable actions.
Joshua has a particular interest in working with men who have taken on heavy responsibilities or who feel they must handle things alone. He also supports people dealing with parenting stress, fatherhood issues, communication problems, grief, and problems with substance use.
In practice he keeps language plain and concrete. People can expect direct conversation about what is getting in the way, simple exercises to practice between meetings, and a focus on real-life changes rather than abstract analysis.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without letting those experiences alone dictate their actions. In practice this often means clarifying values and trying small, values-based steps between sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going and then testing new ways of thinking and acting. Mindfulness therapy teaches attention skills and simple exercises to reduce reactivity and improve moment-to-moment awareness.Choosing an approach is often part of early sessions. Joshua works collaboratively to learn what matters to the client and then suggests which methods fit their goals and preferences. He may mix elements from ACT, CBT, and mindfulness depending on what the client needs and what feels workable in daily life.
Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before scheduling. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or let someone opt for audio-only if they prefer not to be on camera. The practical aim is to find a setup that fits a person’s routine and supports doing the small steps discussed in sessions.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions, parenting pressures, and concerns around guilt and shame among other issues.
How would he approach feelings of shame or guilt?
He uses practical, skills-based methods like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to identify unhelpful patterns and develop ways to respond differently to painful feelings.
What is his background and experience?
He has seven years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, behavior, and life-transition challenges.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) practicing in Michigan.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.