Josephine is really kind. Her good heart is a treasure. She can help me put complex and exhausting things to be simpler!
Josephine Ovalles, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Josephine 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 Josephine. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York and Connecticut
Recent reviews
I am grateful to be working with Josephine! She is grounded, practical, and very knowledgeable. She gave me helpful homework and breathing practices. I am benefitting from our work together and will continue.
More about Josephine
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
You are not alone. I'm here to guide you to get solutions to tackle symptoms of depression, relationship problems, stress, anxiety, attention deficit disorder, grieving, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, anger management, substance abuse and other symptoms that you might be facing in your life.
I’m a bilingual clinician with over 13 years of experience providing psychotherapy. My background includes supervisory and leadership experience in clinical and hospital settings conducting assessments, individual therapy, couple, group therapy and crisis intervention. I maintain open communication, a person centered approach and an absolute commitment to serving my clients.
I utilize a variety of approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, problem solving, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic and I also incorporate various theoretical backgrounds to address clients need and work toward changes in their lives. I have a license in substance abuse and I am experienced in working with minority population, elderly and clients with chronic physical and/or mental illness.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Immigration issues
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Josephine Ovalles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962661348.
- LCSW · New York · 080267 · Expires April 2027
- LCSW · Connecticut · 009273 · Expires May 2025
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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Josephine Ovalles
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Josephine is really kind. Her good heart is a treasure. She can help me put complex and exhausting things to be simpler!
I am grateful to be working with Josephine! She is grounded, practical, and very knowledgeable. She gave me helpful homework and breathing practices. I am benefitting from our work together and will continue.
She listens to me and responds and gives me great advice. Josephine is a great therapist.
Josephine is wonderful. I've been going through a difficult situation and she has been very receptive, understanding, respectful and has helped me in a very personal way. Thank you so much Josephine :)
I love talking with Josephine. It is like sitting with a family member and have a heart to heart. She is considerate and makes you see she really cares.
I love Josephine. Always feel so comfortable speaking with her!
Josephine is a great listener. She really wants what’s best for you and she won’t hold back on the assignments that she gives. Which is a plus.
She is responsive to knowing more about me I felt heard
Such an amazing woman and person made me open my eyes and be true to myself and feel much better and know my actions or words can’t be taken back she’s great I’ll be back ❤️
Love her!
She is very respectful and offers really good examples of ways to work on goals.
Good.
Very understanding and reassuring of what I have to do, I used the method she told me to do today and it really helped
She’s great!
Frequently asked questions
Does Josephine Ovalles offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Josephine Ovalles 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 Josephine Ovalles speak?
Josephine Ovalles speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Josephine Ovalles have?
Josephine Ovalles has 13 years of experience.
Where is Josephine Ovalles licensed to practice?
Josephine Ovalles is licensed to practice in New York and Connecticut.
Does Josephine Ovalles accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Josephine Ovalles does not accept 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 Josephine Ovalles offer?
Josephine Ovalles offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Josephine Ovalles?
Josephine Ovalles 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 Josephine Ovalles?
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.