- CBT based
- Values oriented
- Warm and direct
About Joseph
Joseph Rifici is a licensed professional clinical counselor with 14 years of experience. He practices in Ohio and works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, and related concerns. He combines practical skills with a warm, straightforward manner to help people manage problems day to day.
He earned a Bachelor of Arts from The Ohio State University and a Master of Arts in Education in Community Counseling from the University of Akron. Early in his career he provided individual and group therapy, brief family work, crisis intervention, and case management at a residential addiction treatment center. He later served as an assistant clinical director supervising staff and coordinating clinical operations.
Over time he has focused on providing treatment in private settings to adults with a range of mental health issues. His background includes training in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and addiction treatment, along with advanced training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy from the Beck Institute.
In sessions he leans on Cognitive Behavioral methods while adjusting his style to the person in front of him. He aims for practical strategies people can use between appointments, and he pays attention to how values and meaning affect everyday choices. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered, and Existential approaches when they fit a client's goals.
Outside work he enjoys reading, music, hiking, spending time with family and friends, and hanging out with his cat Charlie.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice what matters to them and take small, committed steps toward those values even when thoughts or feelings are difficult. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and supporting people to find their own solutions at their own pace.Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. He will work together with each person to see which methods match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process can include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing more flexible scheduling. It can also let people use shorter check-ins when they need a quick appointment, or choose a session style that requires less bandwidth when internet speed is limited. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to an online setting so people keep moving toward their goals without major changes to how therapy is done.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma and related issues such as codependency, communication problems, and intimacy concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a warm and direct approach that focuses on practical strategies. Sessions typically blend problem-solving with attention to values and meaning.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 14 years of experience working in clinical settings, including residential addiction treatment and private practice roles.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an OH LPCC and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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