I’ve been to other counseling before but did not make much progress. I’m so happy my friend introduced me to BetterHelp and I got Joseph as my counsellor. He’s very sharp and identified the issue during my first session which no one told me before. He is a good listener, encouraging, culturally-sensitive and solutions-oriented, he gave good suggestions which really helped me a lot. I’m making good progress and I intend to continue getting guidance from a Joseph to ensure I don’t fall off the track. Thanks Joseph!
Joseph Howard, 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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Joseph. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina
Recent reviews
Great listener and has different approaches to my situations.
More about Joseph
- 20 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW, LISW-CP
Greetings! My name is Joseph Howard. After several years working as a counselor with military-connected clients, I have returned to BetterHelp. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Indendent Social Worker.. I first began working in the counseling field in 1988. I've worked in a variety of settings throughout my career. I've worked with children, teenagers, families, couples and single adults. Most recently, I served assignments as a counselor with the US Military, serving children, adolescents and families. I've also worked in private practice with adults and young adults entering the world of college, careers and relationships.
Clients have found me to be compassionate and down-to-earth. My aim is to help you gain deeper awareness, self-compassion and healing in areas of your life that until now, may have remained confusing and hidden. It's the path of discovering yourself, of accepting and loving yourself as you are. I use a non-pathological approach with all of my clients. We are all works in progress, worthy of success.
Our time together is designed to give you new experiential information and to help you take action in alignment with your core goals, to write the story that you want to live, and to live it. This is counseling with a practical, spiritual and emotional focus. Change happens from the inside out and and also from the outside in. I assist you to use both approaches in the most effective ways. Often, I will ask you to do a task or try some new actions. this might be during our session on in your free time. I've found that counseling works when you work it. Counseling isn't a passive process. I want to help you get deeper into your life. You deserve the best!
My clinical orientation and training includes Client-Centered Therapy, P.E.E.R. (Primary-Emotional-Energy-Recovery), Gestalt, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems,Energy, somatic-based methods and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. I also draw from Yogic and Russian Systema-based breatjwork. I've found that some of the principles and exercises are useful in helping clients to feel calmer, release stress, have more groundedness and take decisive actions.
I look forward to our work together!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Codependency
Communication problems
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Men's issues
Self-love
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
- Systemic Therapy
Licenses
Joseph Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700013737.
- LCSW · North Carolina · C006329 · Expires March 2026
- LISW-CP · South Carolina · 7295 · Expires December 2026
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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Joseph Howard
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I’ve been to other counseling before but did not make much progress. I’m so happy my friend introduced me to BetterHelp and I got Joseph as my counsellor. He’s very sharp and identified the issue during my first session which no one told me before. He is a good listener, encouraging, culturally-sensitive and solutions-oriented, he gave good suggestions which really helped me a lot. I’m making good progress and I intend to continue getting guidance from a Joseph to ensure I don’t fall off the track. Thanks Joseph!
Great listener and has different approaches to my situations.
Frequently asked questions
Does Joseph Howard offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Joseph Howard 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 Howard speak?
Joseph Howard speaks English.
How many years of experience does Joseph Howard have?
Joseph Howard has 20 years of experience.
Where is Joseph Howard licensed to practice?
Joseph Howard is licensed to practice in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Does Joseph Howard accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Joseph Howard 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 Howard offer?
Joseph Howard offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Systemic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Joseph Howard?
Joseph Howard 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 Howard?
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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.