Therapist profile
John Berst, LPC
Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Michigan / 6401017362
- NPI1538797584
- Experience10 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMichigan
About
- Person centered approach
- Solution focused work
- Practical coping strategies
About John
John Berst is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with ten years of formal licensure experience and a longer history of helping people over three decades. He focuses on common and painful concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, ADHD, sleep and eating problems, and coping with life changes. Sessions are described in plain terms that aim to find practical steps that fit a person's life.
He uses a person-centered starting point to learn each client's story before recommending a plan. That means he listens first, then builds a path that draws on what the client already does well. He favors practical, solution-focused work that looks for changes people can try between sessions.
John earned a master’s degree from Western Michigan University in 2010 and holds Michigan LPC credentialing. He emphasizes ongoing education and continuing training as part of his practice. That background informs how he frames goals, progress, and next steps in therapy.
In sessions he helps people name patterns and test small changes. He focuses on what actually works for the client's daily life rather than abstract theory. Conversations are intended to produce clear, usable strategies for handling anger, stress, relationships, and other concerns.
People who reach out are asked to describe their situation so a fitting plan can be made. The practice uses a simple intake and scheduling flow so clients can begin by completing a short questionnaire and booking a first session.
How sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
John describes his work as starting from a person-centered place, where the conversation begins with the client's story and goals. That listening foundation leads into solution-focused techniques - brief, practical steps to try between sessions to reduce stress, manage anger, or change unhelpful patterns. Solution-focused work aims to create small, testable changes that build over time.He also draws on commonly used evidence-based techniques that help with anxiety, depression, trauma responses, and behavioral issues by teaching skills for emotion regulation, coping, and problem solving. These approaches emphasize concrete tools you can practice outside sessions to handle strong emotions and improve day-to-day functioning.
Choosing the best approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with each client to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That often means trying a technique, checking how it worked, and adjusting the plan together.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the session format options before booking. The practical advantage is that remote sessions can fit into work breaks, reduce travel time, and let people meet from wherever they are located in Michigan. Ask about the exact session formats offered so you know how to schedule and plan for your first meeting.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapy style like?
He begins with a person-centered approach and then uses practical, solution-focused methods to identify steps clients can use in daily life.
How long has he been practicing?
He holds ten years of formal licensure experience as an LPC and more than 30 years of broader helping experience prior to licensure.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in the state of Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and services; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.