Really knows how to connect with his patients.
Joseph Bates, LCSW
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 45 reviews
- Great news, Joseph is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri, Oklahoma, and 4 more
Recent reviews
He has been a great therapy. Consistently check in when I am absent. Definitely pays attention to everything I tell him. Keeps me focused on continuing my healing journey.
More about Joseph
- 30 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW, LICSW
I am a license clinical social worker with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, anger management, substance use, domestic violence, depression, and interpersonal issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. 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 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
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Joseph Bates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164107041.
- LCSW · Missouri · 2023015564 · Expires September 2026
- LCSW · Oklahoma · 20430 · Expires December 2024
- LICSW · Iowa · 121424 · Expires December 2024
- LCSW · Arizona · LCSW-21858 · Expires September 2025
- LCSW · Nevada · 11139-C · Expires July 2025
- LICSW · Washington · LW61496790 · Expires July 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 Joseph Bates
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Really knows how to connect with his patients.
He has been a great therapy. Consistently check in when I am absent. Definitely pays attention to everything I tell him. Keeps me focused on continuing my healing journey.
Joseph was a great help to me. He was a thoughtful listener and provided me with good information that really helped me.
Have worked with Joe for a short time but in that time he has listened and taught me a lot. He seems to care and walks thru with you what’s going on and why. Gives lost of different aids to assist you in dealing with what is going on.
Joe is an excellent therapist!
Excellent therapist very understanding and also is very interactive using homework worksheets that are on point with my needs and it is very helpful and insightful on learning new things to help me get better one day at a time
Excellent therapist knowledgeable and professional
Mr.Joseph is kind man with a gentle soothing voice, yet he is firm and strong presence of self confidence , one that is contagious and gives you a sense of power and security.
Great therapist, one of the greatest I have found anywhere with the right recourses I need for coping
Dude is chill as hell and wont hesitate to confront your truths. He has a lot of experience so he knows what he’s talking about and is great at giving advice. No sugarcoating but is very kind. He’s the only therapist who’s ever understood the way I operate and I’m sure it’s not just for me either. 10/10 would recommend
He’s very easy to talk with.
I haven't had too many sessions with him yet but my therapist has already provided much insight and it's been nice to actually be able get alot off my chest as well as get perspective from an outside party
My experience with Joe Bates has been enlightening, he's happy to explain concepts, he gives homework and listens well. He asks good questions and I leave our sessions feeling heard. 5 stars
Although it is still early in our meetings, I’m very thankful for Joseph. He can speak scripture to me that resonates and helps me. I am starting to feel confident again that I may find my self again thanks to Joseph. I’m happy to continue our meetings even after I have healed and move this life as I feel like he will be a helpful guide and mentor
He's a swell guy
Joseph Bates is excellent. He listens well and gives good advice. The way he often goes above and beyond, in my view, is an indication of his care for his clients and expertise. I highly recommend him.
Great guy and understanding. Always takes your feelings into consideration and then shows another option
Mr. Bates has been extremely helpful in every way, from listing, talking to me, giving great advice and coming up with a game plan. He has been essential in my new story. Thank you again Mr. Bates.
He is a great therapist. He listens well and give back great feedback.
Joe is timely, caring, empathetic, funny, and insightful. He challenges me and gives me a good deal to think about, and his thoughts have given me a lot to reflect on in my daily journey.
He’s the best
Mr. Bates opened up my eyes to help me understand my relationships and views outside of my closed mind.
I've had an awesome first time experience thus far. I didn't think therapy was for me but it truly helps. Thank you
Joseph is patient and kind. Apply's your experiences with different metrologies allowing you to understand better what you are going through. He checks in which I appreciate it. Makes me feel cared for.
Excellent therapist
I feel very comfortable talking to Dr Bates, helping me understand and process feelings and emotions that otherwise I would just act on or bottle up, leaving them unresolved.
Has helped immensely
He’s a great therapist who is understanding and compassionate using real world situations to help.
Joseph is great!
Joe is great for me. Great listener and gives me great feedback
Friendly and understanding
He is very comforting and nice, he’s listen and helps with ways to help with your situation and he is very knowledgeable.
Joseph is a terrific listener and always offers thoughtful feedback and recommendations to promote progress.
Mr. Joseph Bates is a great listener, he doesn't propose to have answers. Going through the recent deaths of my son and brother. Has been hard. "No matter how strong, I might think I am". I pray daily and go to the mosque. Mr. Bates is a good human being a veteran, who gets a veteran. I will reach out next month for another session. soon! Great Listener, sometimes that's all you need.
Joseph is genuinely kind, patient, nonjudgmental, and empathetic. Also very flexible and accommodating with short notice schedule changes
Very attentive to my needs and understanding of my concerns.
He’s great and I feel like he’s actually trying to help rather than downplaying what I’m going through
Dr Bates its been instrumental in this process of restoring myself from a traumatic divorce and extended periods of depression.
Joseph has been amazing. We have talked about my current feelings and situation a lot. And it’s nice to see him dive in and give a deeper meaning or explanation for why I feel the way I do
Nice job
Joseph feels like speaking with an older family member that has your best interest in mind
I appreciate Mr. Bates different points of views as well as the action-oriented plans/assignments. It gives me a lot to not only think about, but actively work on.
I had a good experience talking out my problems with Joseph. Through conversations and writing exercises, I learned a lot of legitimately helpful thinking processes.
Great guy! I really enjoy our talks and he has helped me re frame some thoughts and just a all round great guy!
Great therapist with vast knowledge that he can interpret to someone less informed about the topic
Frequently asked questions
Does Joseph Bates offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Joseph Bates 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 Bates speak?
Joseph Bates speaks English.
How many years of experience does Joseph Bates have?
Joseph Bates has 30 years of experience.
Where is Joseph Bates licensed to practice?
Joseph Bates is licensed to practice in Missouri, Oklahoma, Iowa, Arizona, Nevada, and Washington.
Does Joseph Bates accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Joseph Bates 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 Joseph Bates offer?
Joseph Bates offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Joseph Bates?
Joseph Bates 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 Bates?
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.