“I am deeply committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover their innate strength and resilience. As a clinician, my purpose is rooted in empowering people to understand themselves more fully, heal from past wounds and develop the tools to thrive. I believe that every person has the potential for growth, and my work is centered on creating a safe, supportive space where my clients can explore their emotions, confront obstacles, and ultimately create lasting change. I am passionate about guiding individuals to lead lives that align with their true values, enabling them to find peace and fulfillment.”
Clients working with Joshua can expect a compassionate, collaborative and challenging environment where they feel supported and understood. His approach is integrative, combining systems theory, solution-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing. By utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques, Joshua tailors his approach to fit each client’s unique needs, helping them make meaningful changes in their lives. Additionally, he incorporates personality frameworks such as the Enneagram to enhance self-awareness, improve communication, guide personal growth, and support lasting behavior change. His style is engaging and grace-filled, incorporating humor to create an atmosphere of safety and openness. Joshua strives to provide a non-judgmental space where clients can begin (or continue) the process of “falling apart” and, ultimately, rebuild a stronger sense of self.=
Joshua takes a holistic, integrative approach to therapy, drawing from various therapeutic modalities to meet the unique needs of each client. While he believes in the power of evidence-based techniques, he also values the importance of understanding the person as a whole—mind, body and spirit. His style is warm and empathetic, yet grounded in a practical, solution-oriented mindset. Joshua is passionate about building strong, trusting relationships with his clients and offering them the tools to navigate their personal journey with confidence and clarity.
Joshua is a Licensed Social Worker at the Pine Rest Holland Clinic, where he works with individuals ages 18+. He brings extensive multicultural and multigenerational experience to his work, having walked alongside individuals, families and groups facing a wide array of life challenges. Joshua earned his bachelor’s in philosophy from Purdue University, and later earned his Master of Social Work (MSW) from Indiana University. Before pursuing his MSW, Joshua spent a decade working both internationally and domestically with children and their family systems. Most recently, Joshua worked in Pine Rest’s Adult Partial Hospitalization Program, helping patients achieve mental health stabilization through teaching, group sessions and individual therapy. His clinical background and experience have equipped him with a broad skill set to guide clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth.
