“I transitioned to providing mental health services later in life following previous career stops in manufacturing and retail. These early experiences helped shape me as a therapist–no matter the job, I have found that success requires relationship building, consistency, humor and hard work. The bedrock of my practice is the same dirt-under-the -fingernails approach I used in those early professional roles. After surviving more than a dozen ‘Black Friday’ sales, there is little that I fear and almost nothing that can surprise me. I do not shy away from difficult cases and would be honored to walk alongside you on your mental health journey.”
Brian is truly passionate about mental health. He strives to provide a safe, personable space for clients to engage in therapy and work on healing and personal growth. Brian utilizes an integrative, non-judgmental, strength-based approach to best align with your unique needs and goals in a lively, engaging treatment environment. (As you enter his office, you may notice several aquatic species taking up residence, and colorful walls adorned with playful signage from his toy store retail days.)
Brian’s therapeutic approach utilizes evidence-based techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing. He has received specialized training in EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), the gold standard treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Brian obtained his bachelor’s and Master’s in Social Work from Grand Valley State University. However, he believes the degrees hanging on his walls and letters after his name don’t qualify him as an expert on clients—rather, it is the clients themselves who are the definitive authority.
