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Joseph (Joe) Gasperini, LCMHC, LPC
Virginia
LCMHC LPC - Stress and relationship issues
See online therapy options- CBT and DBT methods
- Skill building focus
- Accepts international clients
About Joseph
Joseph (Joe) Gasperini is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 12 years of experience based in Virginia. He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, self-esteem, depression, addictions, trauma and related concerns. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Joe keeps sessions practical and interactive. He listens for the thoughts and habits that keep problems going. Then he and the client try clearer ways of thinking and new behaviors to test what works. He uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness tools as appropriate.
People who come to him often want specific steps they can try between sessions. Joe describes his style as down-to-earth and collaborative. He focuses on concrete goals and building skills for managing strong emotions, cravings, or conflict in relationships.
His background includes a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from Syracuse University and a Master of Arts in Licensed Professional Counseling from Liberty University. He also lists a Certified Anger Management Specialist II credential alongside his LCMHC and LPC licensure.
In sessions he will work with the client to set a plan of action and short-term goals. That plan typically includes ways to reduce distress, practice new responses, and check progress over time. Clients who prefer a direct, structured approach to common life problems often find this method useful.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Joe commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and experiment with alternative responses. CBT focuses on clear, actionable steps and homework you can practice between sessions to change mood and behavior. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques that teach skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication. These skills can be practiced in short exercises during sessions and repeated at home. Mindfulness Therapy is used alongside these methods to help people develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. He will talk with the client about their goals and try methods that fit those goals. If something doesn’t seem helpful, he will adjust the plan and try a different technique until a better fit emerges.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also let a person use audio-only meetings when bandwidth is limited or use video if they prefer face-to-face interaction. The focus remains on clear practices and skills that translate into everyday life.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Virginia, New Hampshire
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, intimacy and related concerns listed in his profile.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He looks for unhelpful thoughts and habits and tests new ways of thinking and acting. Sessions emphasize short-term exercises and practical steps to change patterns.
What is his professional background?
He has 12 years of clinical experience, a BS in Finance and Economics from Syracuse University, and an MA in Licensed Professional Counseling from Liberty University.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed as NH LCMHC and VA LPC and practices from Virginia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current online and in-person options before booking.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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