I've found Joesph to be very warm and approachable with an ability to listen, offer insights and suggestions. I connected instantly with Joe as we're in the same age bracket and participate in similar activities. I appreciate that he will listen for as long as you are communicating your thoughts without interruption, providing means of framing situations and ways to approach specific topics when asked.
Joseph Barnes, LMSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Joseph is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Joseph. View 16 reviews
- Great news, Joseph is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Michigan
Recent reviews
Joseph has been very professional, helpful, and open-minded. He is very easy to talk to.
More about Joseph
- 25 years' experience
- Male
- LMSW
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Michigan with over 25 years of experience working as both a school social worker and clinical social worker. I've worked in many different settings with individuals and families who have a variety of personal issues such as depression/anxiety, stress, family problems, trauma/abuse, addictions of all kinds, relationships/parenting, ADHD and with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
My counseling style is sincere and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, empathy, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and strength-based counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
ADHD
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Joseph Barnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174800296.
- LMSW · Michigan · 6801086246 · Expires March 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Joseph Barnes
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I've found Joesph to be very warm and approachable with an ability to listen, offer insights and suggestions. I connected instantly with Joe as we're in the same age bracket and participate in similar activities. I appreciate that he will listen for as long as you are communicating your thoughts without interruption, providing means of framing situations and ways to approach specific topics when asked.
Joseph has been very professional, helpful, and open-minded. He is very easy to talk to.
Professional therapist
Awesome experience
Though I’ve only just begun my journey, I find Joseph to be consistent in keeping in touch with me and making himself available if needed. He’s kind and clear when communicating with me by text or video.
Great guy, easy to talk to. Very relatable and offers constructive solutions. So glad to be working with him!
Joseph is a wonder social worker/therapist! He is easy to talk to, never made me feel judged and is very responsive and actively listens. Highly recommend
I’m a talkative person and Joes a great listener. He give me a little input and watch’s me go with it.
Joseph has been an awesome therapist so far after only 2 sessions. He is clearly intelligent and listens and takes notes. He actually cares about what you’re experiencing and after many bad therapy experiences it’s been a relief to find someone who makes me feel less anxious and more stable after each session.
Joseph is a great listener and encourager, speaking with him has already had a positive impact on my life after just a few sessions.
Joseph Barnes is professional, compassionate and solutions focused. I am very pragmatic and value this.
Joseph has been wonderful to work with. He is very understanding, non-judgemental and has a sense of humour. He is not pushy and encourages you to discuss things as you are ready to do so. Joseph regularly follows up and sends messages reiterating what was discussed in sessions so that you can refer to this information throughout the week. I would highly recommend Joseph to anyone seeking counselling!
Joseph's a fantastic therapist and I would recommend working with him especially if you're new to therapy. He's been of great help during a particularly stressful time globally.
Working with Joseph has been really helpful. He’s understanding and supportive. He listens well and has some great insight. I would definitely recommend working with him.
Joseph is a very understanding counselor, supportive and responsive. He helped me find the better in me.
Joseph is very easy to talk with. I haven't judged by him or uncomfortable to express my flaws.
Frequently asked questions
Does Joseph Barnes offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Joseph Barnes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Joseph Barnes speak?
Joseph Barnes speaks English.
How many years of experience does Joseph Barnes have?
Joseph Barnes has 25 years of experience.
Where is Joseph Barnes licensed to practice?
Joseph Barnes is licensed to practice in Michigan.
Does Joseph Barnes accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Joseph Barnes accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Joseph Barnes offer?
Joseph Barnes offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Joseph Barnes?
Joseph Barnes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Joseph Barnes?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.