I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Therapist in 3 states. I am passionate about helping others achieve their treatment goals by providing a non-judgmental and safe space for all. I use empathy, compassion, knowledge, and my clinical experience to help people achieve their treatment goals. Helping people through life’s challenges and transitions is truly a privilege for me. With a person centered, trauma informed, and holistic therapeutic approach, a true trusting relationship can be created to reach treatment goals. I have held several different positions in the clinical/behavioral health field over the years. I have been a Director of Clinical Services/Operations for residential/inpatient facilities. I oversaw five outpatient clinics as a Clinical Director. I was also blessed to work as a therapist and assistant director in Mental Health Court, Drug Court, and Veterans Court when starting my career. I now focus on individual and couples counseling in my professional career. I am originally from Nashville, Tennessee. I was fortunate enough to earn a D-1 basketball scholarship and attend college. I graduated from Missouri State University with a teaching degree. I then moved to Miami Florida to be close and help my handicapped older brother. During this time I fell in love with therapy and helping others even more. So, I decided to go back to school and get my Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Tennessee. I have completed specialized trainings/certifications to help people struggling with Trauma, Grief, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, ADHD, Substance Use Disorders and Co-Occurring Disorders. My goal is to support and help each person find the tools they need to be the best version of themselves, and then live the life they deserve. I love watching someone find the best version of themselves and begin living life to the fullest.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Every first session will begin with brief introductions to help establish rapport and trust. During the first session the goals of treatment will be discussed to determine what clinical interventions can best help client obtain their goals from doing therapy. The first session will entail assessments and all the necessary paperwork to provide treatment with client. If a referral seems to be the better option to meet the client's goals, one will be provided to help client.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having worked in every level of care (Residential, PHP, IOP, OP) for Mental Health and Behavioral Health facilities and clinics. I have learned the skills and techniques to provide quality treatment or to give quality referrals to help someone. I have been a therapist, clinical director, and director of clinical operations. This helps me understand the need to find the best fit for each clients goals. I truly love being a therapist and it is why I do private practice and consulting for facilities now.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with people (18 & older) who want to find and become the best version of themselves. I feel that I have a good understanding of the struggles and difficulties that life can present to anyone, because of my experience in the field. True recovery is a lifestyle change (mental, emotional, behavioral, spiritual) that impacts every aspect of a person's life for the better. Recovery is for everyone and helping someone empower themselves to learn the skills necessary to have the best life possible, is my goal for every person I meet.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Each client is unique and to build the right treatment plan for a client it has to be tailored to their specific needs. (Trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, IFS, & Mindfulness.) Specialize in Mental Health (Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, etc), Substance Use, Trauma, Couples and Life Coaching.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is one of the most successful interventions to help someone dealing with anxiety, depression, mood swings, grief and loss, and trauma. Helping someone find how their core beliefs and values may have been damaged by people or life circumstances is essential to getting someone back to the best version of themselves.
Trauma Informed Care
I am trained in several trauma interventions like EMDR, CPT, TF-CBT, and Brainspotting has helped me be able to connect and help people recover struggling with PTSD or situational traumatic events.
4 ratings with written reviews
July 17, 2025
Really good first session, very honest and understanding my issues. Looking forward to future sessions and how we can work together to help me learn how to help myself and heal from what is needed
June 22, 2025
I’ve been going to therapy on and off for about 20 years & I’ve never kept a therapist as long as I have now with Joseph. He is delightful to work with and always makes me want to book another session.
May 1, 2025
Joseph is very kind and a great listener. He makes it easy to share personal information. Highly recommend.