Dr. Joseph Bullock, MD, LCPC, LPC
Experienced clinician helping people manage anger and stress
Book with JosephWorks with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Joseph works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MD, LCPC, LPC
- Licensed in
- Maryland, Virginia
- Years in practice
- 32
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Joseph
Dr. Joseph Bullock is a licensed clinician with more than three decades of counseling experience. He creates a calm, respectful space where people can talk about what’s worrying them and figure out next steps.
He emphasizes practical work that helps people gain control over stress, anger, addictions, anxiety, and depression. Dr. Bullock uses clear, hands-on methods to help people change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
He often combines cognitive behavioral techniques with motivational interviewing and client-centered ideas.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on real problems and real steps people can try between meetings. He has worked with people facing career strain, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, midlife transitions, and issues related to substance use. He also supports people who are in recovery and those seeking ongoing maintenance of their wellbeing.
Expect a collaborative, straightforward approach that focuses on what the person wants to achieve. Dr. Bullock holds an MD and is credentialed as an LCPC and LPC.
He brings 32 years of experience and practices in Virginia. Conversations are offered in English and are tailored to each person’s pace and goals. When starting, he helps set clear, achievable goals and a plan to reach them.
Sessions aim to leave people with tools they can use day to day. The work is practical, focused, and paced to fit an individual’s life and needs.
What Joseph works with
Everything Joseph lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Joseph's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Codependency
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Joseph lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions and practical help
Client-centered therapy asks the therapist to listen closely and follow the person’s lead, helping people feel heard and respected while they decide what matters most to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, anger, and low mood in everyday life. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build momentum toward practical goals.The right approach is often a mix, and finding the best fit is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan as needed. This is a collaborative process that centers on the person’s needs and pace.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make counseling more flexible. Video calls are useful for longer conversations and face-to-face interaction. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text messaging let people use brief exchanges for ongoing support between fuller sessions. These options help fit therapy into busy schedules and different lifestyles.
Questions people ask about Joseph
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship issues, career strain, and related concerns.
What is his general therapy style?
His style is collaborative and practical, focusing on step-by-step changes and clear goals tailored to each person.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 32 years of professional counseling experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an MD and is credentialed as an LCPC and LPC, and he practices in Virginia.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.