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About Hershel
Hershel Jackson, LPC, focuses on people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. He writes plainly and listens closely to what matters most to each person. Sessions are aimed at making daily life a little easier and clearer for people under pressure.
Hershel uses approaches rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with Client-Centered and Existential ideas. He helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, try small practical changes, and reflect on values and meaning. Conversations move between skill-building and deeper reflection depending on what the person needs.
He has 22 years of experience across assessment, individual counseling, and group work. His background includes work with people facing substance use, transitional challenges, grief, and interpersonal problems. Hershel has also provided services related to relationship concerns, marital difficulties, and divorce.
Hershel trained at Wayne State University and earned a Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Detroit Mercy. His clinical placements included a counseling clinic and a 600-hour internship at the John D. Dingell Department of Veterans Affairs. He documents progress with notes and person-centered plans as part of his practice.
Based in Michigan, Hershel follows ethical standards and the Michigan Board of Counseling rules. He conducts assessments and individual work, and he offers group and family counseling as part of the services he lists. People interested in learning more are encouraged to begin with a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the person's lead. Online sessions give space for people to speak about relationships, family concerns, and feelings while the therapist mirrors understanding and supports self-direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thoughts and testing small behavior changes. In remote sessions, CBT tools like simple worksheets and action plans can be reviewed together and adjusted between meetings to reduce anxiety and improve mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust plans when something is not helpful. This collaborative process helps shape whether more CBT, more client-centered talking, or existential reflection is used.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. Discuss available formats when scheduling to pick what fits your routine and communication preferences.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Hershel commonly address?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family concerns, self-esteem, and depression, plus related areas like divorce, guilt, isolation, and life purpose.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style mixes practical skill-building with open listening. Sessions combine Cognitive Behavioral techniques with client-centered and existential discussions.
What is his professional background?
He has 22 years of experience working in assessment, individual and group counseling, and case management for people with mental health and substance use concerns.
What credentials and region are represented?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.