Brian Willshire

Brian Willshire is a Michigan-based therapist who brings two decades of clinical experience and a faith-informed perspective to his work. A cradle Catholic, he and his wife of 32 years were ordained together to the Permanent Diaconate in the Kalamazoo Diocese on April 13, 2024, and that spiritual vocation influences how he understands healing and care.

He believes many emotional struggles grow from a shortage of love, while also recognizing the role of biological and psychological factors in human behavior. For those who request it, he integrates Catholic and Christian sacramental practice into counseling as a complementary resource for mending emotional wounds.

He aims to help people find a healthier balance between what they can control and what they cannot, offering attentive listening, practical guidance for clearer thinking, and support in setting and communicating appropriate boundaries. He works with people across faith traditions and with those who have little or no faith, applying faith-based counseling only when it is requested.

He is licensed to practice professional counseling in Michigan; his state registration number is 6401004052. Brian offers an approachable, steady presence for individuals and families seeking to address stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, depression, grief, parenting challenges, anger management, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.