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Josh Vander Zwaag LMSW
Josh Vander Zwaag received his Master’s Degree in Social Work from Walden University in 2021. Prior to starting with Compass Tree Counseling, Josh was employed as a police officer for 12 years. Josh has a deep sense of compassion for all people and strives to make a positive impact and a difference in the lives of his clients so they can achieve their maximum potential and reach their personal goals. Josh believes in a strength based and solution focused approach while utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Experience with, but not limited to:
Teens (16+), College Students, Adults, Couples, and Families
First Responders
ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety/Stress
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Crisis Situations
Domestic Abuse
Depression
Trauma/PTSD
Certifications and trainings:
Josh is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectal Behavioral Therapy. He is also a Certified First Responder Counselor.