I strongly believe meaningful change begins with trust and genuine care. I create a therapeutic environment filled with compassion and nonjudgmental care, grounded in kindness and respect. I prioritize building strong rapport and taking time to truly understand the people I work with. My desire is for each person who walks through the door to feel safe, heard, and valued. I am intentional about helping clients who struggle with trust or safety feel supported and empowered. My goal as a therapist is to help people recognize their strengths and resilience as they move toward healing and growth.
I am an encouraging genuine person who loves life! I care deeply for others and try my best to live a life of kindness and forgiveness.
The trauma I experienced growing up drives me to be the safe space I once needed. This calling became clearer as my wife and I served as missionaries in Thailand. While there, I worked with children, the unhoused, and incarcerated refugees. I am now a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) helping others find the healing and freedom I received.
I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, anger, unhealthy communication, boundary setting, suicidal ideation, mental illness, and trauma. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). I work with school-aged children, adolescents and adults.
When I'm not working, you can find me playing music, writing songs, and laying in a hammock. I love the outdoors and I'm always up for an adventure. I have been married to my best friend and wife, Kimberly, for ten years. We enjoy swimming, walking the beach, hiking, reading, and backpacking together. My faith in Jesus is an important part of who I am and informs my values; however, I do not impose my beliefs on clients. I am happy to incorporate a faith-based approach into therapy for those who request it. Regardless of your background, experiences, ethnicity, citizenship, beliefs, or identity, you deserve to be happy and whole, and I can't wait to experience this journey with you. To schedule an appointment or to learn more, please contact me at Joshua@