As a licensed therapist with three decades of experience in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing challenges like depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, and self-esteem issues. I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals experiencing midlife transitions, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. In addition, I have experience working with men and the unique issues they face.
My therapeutic approach is attuned to individual needs, particularly for adults seeking understanding and meaningful connection. I create a supportive environment where clients can explore difficult emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop healthier coping strategies. Whether you're struggling with isolation, family dynamics, or seeking greater life purpose, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise.
I bring an open minded perspective to our work together, prioritizing your unique journey and personal growth. My goal is to help you build resilience, understand underlying patterns, and create positive change in your life.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Self-harm
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
MI LMSW 6801067333
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for John Shovels. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
John has been a great resource for me for the past couple of years. He's a great listener and has a lot of great wisdom and analogies to provide in relation.
Written on Apr 03, 2023 after therapy with John for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
John Shovels is a professional, kind, understanding expert who listens, clarifies, and sets clear goals for improving yourself. Five stars!
Written on Mar 10, 2023 after therapy with John for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
I have issues with the billing policy.
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with John for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
John is great. I've done over 20 sessions with him (and counting). I hadn't tried therapy in over a decade ago because I had a bad initial experience with someone else. John has showed me how helpful therapy can be. We both listen to each other and have mutual respect. Therapy isn't a magic solution of course. But if you do the work, and intentionally communicate well with your therapist, it adds up. Sometimes even just being able to verbalize what I'm struggling with is half the battle. Even when sometimes that's "I'm not sure what to focus on today." But we somehow figure it out. And whatever I share, John actually listens and often can point out patterns or perspectives I had never considered or haven't been paying enough attention to. Thanks John!
Written on Apr 03, 2022 after therapy with John for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, and grief
The best
Written on Mar 28, 2022 after therapy with John for 7 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Very compassionate, an active listener and he advocates for you.
Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and bipolar disorder