Spencer Behmlander, LLPC · Therapist in Shebly Township, MI
Spencer Behmlander
Education and Credentials
Limited Licensed Professional Counselor — LLPC
MA in Counseling — Grand Rapids Theological Seminary
Spencer’s Approach to Therapy
Spencer takes a collaborative approach that makes room for your experiences, concerns, and goals. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to explore patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behavior and identify practical changes that fit your life.
Family Systems Therapy can also help inform conversations about relationship patterns and the ways family experiences influence how people respond to one another. For clients who want it, Spencer can incorporate a Christian perspective into counseling.
Treatment Methods:
Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-Focused CBT
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered Therapy
Additional approaches: Family Systems Therapy · Play Therapy · PCIT
Age Groups:
Teens / Adolescents 13–17
College Students
Young Adults 18–25
Adults 26–64
Spencer Behmlander, LLPC | Shelby Township Therapist
Fenton & Grand Blanc, Michigan
In-Person & Telehealth
Children (3+) · Teens · College Students · Young Adults · Adults
Anxiety · Depression · Trauma & PTSD · Stress Management · Substance Use Concerns
Evening appointments in Fenton · Saturday appointments in Grand Blanc · Evening & Saturday telehealth
About Spencer Behmlander, LLPC
When a relationship is struggling, it can affect much more than the relationship itself. You may feel anxious, angry, discouraged, or unsure what to do next. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out for support.
I’m Spencer Behmlander, LLPC, a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor with Midwest Behavioral Clinic. I work with adults in Shelby Township and through online therapy. I’m especially interested in supporting men who are navigating relationship difficulties, emotional stress, and questions about faith or purpose.
My areas of focus include anxiety, anger management, grief and loss, and substance use concerns. I also work with adults experiencing marital problems, separation, divorce, or other difficult changes in their relationships. Together, we can explore what is happening, identify patterns that are getting in the way, and work toward goals that reflect what matters to you.
My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy. That means making room for your experience while also examining how thoughts, behaviors, and relationship patterns influence daily life. Our work may include developing coping skills, understanding emotional reactions, strengthening boundaries, and finding more constructive ways to communicate.
I earned an MA in Counseling from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. My professional background includes serving churches, private practice counseling, and work in addictions treatment.
For clients who want it, I can incorporate a Christian perspective into counseling. I can also support clients who want to discuss religious concerns without making faith integration part of their therapy. We can talk openly about what feels appropriate for you.
I offer morning and afternoon appointments in Shelby Township and online. If you are looking for a place to talk honestly and consider your next steps, I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
Who Spencer Helps
Counseling for Men
Spencer is especially interested in working with men who are experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety, anger, grief, or concerns about substance use. You may be feeling disconnected, struggling to express what is happening, or unsure how to respond to changes in your relationships. Counseling offers space to talk openly, understand patterns, and consider more constructive ways to move forward.
Individual Therapy for Adults
Spencer works with adults navigating emotional stress, relationship concerns, loss, and difficult decisions. Sessions may focus on understanding what is contributing to distress, identifying unhelpful patterns, strengthening coping skills, and setting goals that reflect your priorities.
Counseling for Young Adults and College Students
Young adulthood and college can bring pressure around school, work, relationships, and decisions about the future. Spencer works with young adults and college students experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, or difficulties with confidence and self-worth. Counseling can provide a place to discuss those pressures and develop practical ways to respond.
Spencer Behmlander, LLPC | Midwest Behavioral Clinic
Therapy in Shelby Township and Online
Spencer provides in-person counseling at Midwest Behavioral Clinic’s Shelby Township office and offers online appointments. His reported schedule includes morning and afternoon appointments. Contact the office to confirm current openings and whether in-person or online counseling is appropriate for your needs.
Therapy in Shelby Township, Michigan
Midwest Behavioral Clinic
12400 23 Mile Road
Shelby Township, MI 48315
Phone: 586-280-1092
Learn more about Midwest Behavioral Clinic’s Shelby Township office.
Online Therapy in Michigan
Online counseling offers another way to meet with Spencer when attending the office is difficult or inconvenient. Morning and afternoon telehealth appointments are available within his reported schedule. MBC can help confirm eligibility, current openings, and whether online sessions fit your needs.
Learn more about online therapy at Midwest Behavioral Clinic.
Spencer Behmlander’s Areas of Focus
Anxiety and Stress
Spencer works with adults experiencing persistent worry, emotional tension, and stress that affects daily life or relationships. Using a collaborative approach that may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, he helps clients explore connections among thoughts, emotions, and behavior and develop coping strategies suited to their circumstances.
Learn more about anxiety therapy at Midwest Behavioral Clinic.
Relationship Distress, Separation, and Divorce
Relationship difficulties can bring uncertainty, grief, frustration, and questions about what comes next. Spencer supports individual adults experiencing marital problems, separation, divorce, or other relationship changes. Counseling may focus on communication patterns, boundaries, emotional reactions, personal goals, and decisions about next steps.
Anger Management
Spencer works with adults who want to better understand anger and change how they respond when emotions run high. Counseling may involve recognizing triggers, examining thoughts and reactions, developing coping skills, and practicing more constructive communication in relationships and daily life.
Learn more about anger management counseling at Midwest Behavioral Clinic.
Grief and Loss
Grief can follow the death of a loved one or other meaningful losses, including the end of a relationship. Spencer offers adults space to talk about what has changed, explore difficult emotions, and consider how to move forward at a pace that respects their experience.
Learn more about grief and loss counseling at Midwest Behavioral Clinic.
Substance Use Concerns
Spencer works with adults seeking support around alcohol, opioid, or cannabis use concerns. Counseling may explore patterns of use, their effects on daily life and relationships, coping strategies, and goals for change. Contact Midwest Behavioral Clinic to discuss whether Spencer’s services are an appropriate fit for your needs.
Christian Counseling and Faith Concerns
For clients who want faith included, Spencer can incorporate a Christian perspective into counseling. Sessions can make room for questions about beliefs, values, purpose, and the relationship between faith and emotional well-being.
He can also work with clients who want to discuss religious concerns without making faith integration part of therapy. Your preferences can be discussed at the beginning of counseling and throughout your work together.
Learn more about Christian counseling at Midwest Behavioral Clinic.
Insurance and Appointment Information
Midwest Behavioral Clinic works with a variety of insurance plans. Coverage and provider participation vary, so contact the office to confirm whether Spencer participates with your plan and to ask about appointment costs.
To learn about current openings, request an appointment with Spencer or call the Shelby Township office at 586-280-1092.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spencer Behmlander, LLPC
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Yes, currently Spencer as accepting new patients, including Morning and Afternoon options. Contact Midwest Behavioral Clinic or submit an appointment request to ask about Spencer’s current openings. Appointment availability can change.
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Spencer works with young adults and adults, with a particular interest in men experiencing emotional and relationship concerns. His primary adult age groups are 18–25, 26–45, and 46–64. Contact MBC to discuss individual fit.
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Spencer’s areas of focus include anxiety, anger management, grief and loss, relationship distress, substance use concerns, and faith or spiritual questions. He also works with adults experiencing depression, stress, and concerns about self-worth or boundaries.
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Yes. Spencer can incorporate a Christian perspective when the client wants faith included. He can also support clients who wish to discuss religious concerns without using faith-integrated counseling.
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Spencer uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy. His approach is collaborative and considers each client’s experiences, concerns, and goals.
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Yes. Spencer offers online appointments, with morning and afternoon availability reported in his questionnaire. Contact MBC to confirm eligibility and current openings.
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Spencer sees clients at Midwest Behavioral Clinic in Shelby Township and through online appointments. His reported schedule includes mornings and afternoons. Evening and Saturday appointments are not currently included.
Take the Next Step
If you are navigating emotional stress, relationship difficulties, loss, or questions about faith, Midwest Behavioral Clinic can help you explore whether Spencer is the right fit.
Request an Appointment With Spencer Behmlander
Or call the Shelby Township office at 586-280-1092.