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George Joseph

Therapist · Florida

Experienced clinician focusing on lasting change

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George Joseph
Credentials
LPC, LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida · MH5169; LPC, Colorado · LPC.0016536
NPI
1245344027
Experience
30 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida
  • 30 years experience
  • Codependency focus
  • Practical and reflective

About George

George Joseph is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with three decades of clinical experience. He begins by looking past surface symptoms to find the patterns and root causes that keep problems repeating. He aims to help people build changes that last rather than only managing short-term relief.

He blends reflective, inquisitive conversation with a straightforward style and occasional humor. Sessions are paced to the person in the room, with space for practical problem solving and for talking through emotions. His background includes a Master of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University, earned in 1996 with honors.

In practice he draws on a range of approaches to match a person’s needs. That can mean focusing on thoughts and behaviors, attending to life meaning and values, or tracing how early relationships shaped current patterns. This flexible approach supports work on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, codependency, and relationship concerns among other issues.

People who contact him often want to understand recurring patterns - for example abandonment, attachment struggles, or communication problems - and then try new ways of responding. He also addresses everyday strains like parenting stress, sleep or eating problems, and questions about life purpose.

Sessions aim to be practical and grounded. George helps people try specific steps between meetings, notice what changes, and adjust the plan as needed. If you want a direct style that also makes space for exploring deeper material, he may be a fit.

How therapeutic approaches fit into online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take small actions that move life in that direction. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and issues where getting unstuck matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and offers hands-on strategies to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, mood trouble, and sleep or eating concerns. Psychodynamic therapy pays attention to how past relationships and early experiences shape current patterns, which can help with long-standing relationship and attachment issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan over time based on what is working.

Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, school, or parenting. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or let someone avoid travel time on busy days. Licensed professionals use these flexible arrangements so therapy can be a regular part of everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Florida, Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does George address?

He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, codependency, and more.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He takes a mix of practical and reflective approaches, using clear conversation, occasional humor, and inquisitive listening to help people spot patterns and try new responses.

How long has he been practicing?

He brings 30 years of clinical experience to his work, including a Master of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University earned in 1996.

Where is he licensed and based?

He holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices in Florida. The credential abbreviations stand for Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions billed?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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