- LCPC counselor
- Teens and adults
- Focus on mood
About Joshua
Joshua "Josh" Jouza is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Illinois. He works with people aged 13 and up who are coping with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mood and thought-related challenges. Josh aims to create a straightforward space where someone can talk about what feels overwhelming and begin to make practical changes.
He trained with a Bachelor of Applied Sociology and Political Science and completed a Master of Science in Counseling. Early in his career he completed a yearlong internship at the Counseling Center of Illinois, where he ran anger management groups and provided counseling and state-mandated group work for people with substance use and DUI-related needs.
After the internship Josh spent several years doing community outreach and crisis work, gaining hands-on experience in real-world settings. That background informs the way he structures sessions today - with clear steps, active listening, and a focus on immediate concerns as well as longer-term patterns.
Josh uses a mix of familiar clinical approaches, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. He tends to help people examine habits, test small changes, and build coping routines that fit daily life.
People can expect direct, empathetic conversation and practical tools to try between sessions. Josh continues to raise awareness about mental health and to connect others with treatment options and community resources.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s pace. The therapist reflects what is said, helps clarify feelings, and supports decisions that matter to the client. This approach helps when someone needs a calm, steady space to sort through tough topics.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses practical exercises and short experiments to test different ways of reacting. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleeping or mood problems because it produces small, testable steps to change patterns.
Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention skills to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without getting pushed around by them. It can be useful for stress, rumination, and helping someone slow down before reacting.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques together, and adjust the plan as needs and preferences become clearer. That collaborative process helps people see what fits and what to keep practicing.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm which session formats Josh currently offers before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when life gets hectic. Different approaches lend themselves to different activities - for example, CBT homework and brief motivational conversations translate well to remote sessions - and the therapist can recommend a setup that fits everyday life.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Josh commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders including bipolar, anger, trauma and abuse, addictions, sleep problems, and relationship and family issues. Money and financial issues are also listed among his focus areas.
What is his therapy style like?
Josh uses a blend of client-centered conversation, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods to help people set goals and try practical changes.
How long has he worked in mental health?
He has eleven years of experience, including a counseling internship and several years doing community outreach and crisis work.
What credentials does he hold and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) licensed in Illinois and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before scheduling.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.