Dr. Brian Spitsbergen, PhD, LPC, CAADC,

Plymouth, Michigan

VerifiedTelehealth Available

Professions: Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor

Languages: English

My Approach to Therapy

Many of the experiences people face reside in our anxiety, and finding solutions to complex life problems associated with anxiety often requires additional support and consultation. This is where I hope to be of service to you. I believe that we, as individuals, can accomplish just about anything if we are prepared and have the right supports in place.

Supervision Details

Supervision Specialties

ADHD or Attention Issues, Depression, Eating and Food Issues, Christian or Pastoral Counseling

Focused Modalities

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Anger Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Collaborative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Couples Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Humanistic Psychology (humanism), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian Therapy), Systems Theory /Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Coaching

My Practice & Services

I offer a vast and diverse set of counseling, skills training, education, and experience in these specific content areas that could benefit your personal needs. I offer: - Behavioral health support and counseling - Substance use interventions - Policymaking consultation for substance use conditions - Executive coaching - Behavioral health organizational consultation - Substance use education - Substance use assessment and treatment - Trauma-informed consultation and training - Organizational assessment and training

Important Factors for Choosing a Therapist

Gaining experience and strength in therapy really seems to be connected to the trust and relationship one can have in this experience. It is through this experience that change is possible.

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

ChildrenTeensAdultsElders

Groups I Work With

For over 30 years, my experience includes group, individual, and family therapy style sessions. I have a diverse level of experience working with all age groups in a variety of settings. This includes: - Substance use interventions with families, - Individual, group, and family work, - Youth, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I have a great deal of experience with trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral health conditions, and addiction work. Additionally, my career includes decades of executive-level nonprofit and academic work in substance use and behavioral health that have served individuals who have previously struggled with finding peace and success.

Therapy Services & Specialties

Chemical Dependency EvaluationClinical SupervisionCoachingConsultationCounseling for OffendersFamily Therapy Group Therapy Marriage, Couples, or Relationship Counseling

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

Abuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAddictions and CompulsionsAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAggression and ViolenceAnxietyBlended Family IssuesChild and/or Adolescent IssuesDepression

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Collaborative TherapyDialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)Systems Theory /Therapy

Industries & Communities

EducationEntertainment IndustryFirst Responder/Medical ProfessionalsMilitary/Law EnforcementProfessional SportsSelf-Employed and Freelance ProfessionalsUnion First