Meet Benjamin! Benjamin (Ben) is a Master’s student at Spring Arbor University who is working towards a career in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. As a part of his internship, he has partnered with The Fountain Hill Center for Counseling and Consultation to provide services at both Fountain Hill in Grand Rapids, Michigan and with Shelby Public Schools. His primary areas of interest include Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Substance Abuse and Addictions Recovery. Outside of his professional work, Ben enjoys playing music on the piano or guitar, golfing, and getting creative with some Lego Bricks.

Ben shares his experience as an intern –

Ben Collins has been an intern at The Fountain Hill Center since the Fall of 2024. In May, he will graduate from Spring Arbor University with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Prior to his pursuit of becoming a therapist, Ben received a Bachelors in Ministry from Cornerstone University, Later working in a variety of non-profit organizations including churches and senior living facilities. During his internship, Ben has worked both at The Fountain Hill Center located in Grand Rapids, as well as in Shelby Public Schools in Shelby, MI. As he continues to grow in his craft, Ben hoes to gain further specializations in working with addictions/substance abuse, as well as learning how he can further incorporate the creative arts into his counseling practice.