- CBT
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness
About Joseph
Joseph (Joe) Gasperini is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with 12 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addiction concerns, and blended family issues among other challenges. Sessions focus on practical problem-solving and direct conversation about what is causing distress.
Joe uses clear, down-to-earth conversation to understand what is getting in the way. He works collaboratively to build a plan that addresses immediate problems and everyday habits. Expect straightforward feedback and steps you can try between sessions.
His approach draws on methods such as cognitive behavioral work, dialectical behavior ideas, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative techniques. These methods are used to help with mood, coping, communication, and patterns that repeat across relationships. He combines these tools to match what each person needs in session.
Joe's background includes a BS in Finance and Economics from Syracuse University and an MA in Licensed Professional Counseling from Liberty University. He also notes experience as a Certified Anger Management Specialist II and life experience raising a large family, which inform his practical focus.
People looking for help with parenting stress, co-parenting or stepfamily friction will find a pragmatic style that emphasizes concrete steps. He aims to reduce immediate suffering and then develop habits that sustain change over time.
How his approaches translate to online work
CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and trying practical experiments to change behavior and mood. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. DBT, or dialectical behavior ideas, teaches skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and handling conflict more effectively. Mindfulness therapy offers techniques to notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them, which can help with anxiety, cravings, and emotional reactivity.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. He will work together with each person to decide which methods fit best based on their goals and daily life. That plan can change over time as needs shift and progress is made.
The therapist's profile does not list which online session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. In general, working with a licensed professional online can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy routine, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Sessions conducted without video can reduce bandwidth or screen time, while video sessions let the therapist and client read facial cues and body language. These practical choices are discussed and agreed on at the start so sessions match what works in everyday life.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Virginia, New Hampshire
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addictions, grief, trauma, and blended family issues among other topics listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are interactive and down-to-earth. He focuses on practical steps, direct conversation, and collaborative planning.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of life and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds the credentials LCMHC and LPC and practices in Virginia.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered to international clients as indicated in his profile. Sessions are conducted in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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