Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
How Joshua works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Years in practice
- 6
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Joshua
Joshua Carey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois who helps people facing stress, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and anger. He frames therapy as a practical partnership focused on real-life problems. Joshua aims to make sessions clear and manageable for people under pressure.
He works with individuals who are dealing with hard transitions like divorce, job stress, or loss. Joshua helps people talk through communication problems, control issues, and feelings tied to shame or guilt.
Background and approach
He also supports those struggling with panic attacks, social anxiety, or trouble finding life purpose. Joshua draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide change. In sessions he helps clients build emotional awareness, practice new ways of responding, and try small behavioral changes.
The focus is on tools people can use between appointments to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. His style is collaborative and straightforward. He listens for patterns in relationships and behavior, then works with the client to set achievable goals.
Progress is measured in concrete steps, such as improved communication or fewer intense emotional reactions. Joshua has six years of clinical experience working with a range of mood and trauma-related concerns. He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and he practices across Illinois.
What Joshua works with
Everything Joshua lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Joshua's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches that guide online work and what to expect
Joshua uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and practical change. One approach emphasizes building emotional awareness and learning new responses to intense feelings, which helps with anger, panic attacks, and strong anxiety. Another approach focuses on improving communication and attachment patterns, useful for people dealing with relationship stress, isolation, or divorce and separation.Finding the best way to work together is part of the process. Joshua will collaborate with each person to pick approaches that fit their goals and day-to-day life. He checks in regularly and adjusts strategies based on progress and what feels helpful.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and more interaction, while phone sessions can be helpful when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief check-ins, shorter reflections, and staying connected between longer sessions. These formats make therapy more flexible for busy schedules and different comfort levels, so people can access support in ways that fit their routine.
Questions people ask about Joshua
What kinds of problems does Joshua help with?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and anger. Additional focus areas include communication problems, attachment issues, and life purpose.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is collaborative and straightforward. He listens for patterns, sets clear goals, and teaches practical skills to manage emotions and behavior.
What experience does he bring to therapy?
Joshua has six years of clinical experience. During that time he has worked with a range of mood and trauma-related concerns.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Illinois and practices there.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Joshua offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.