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Rev. Joseph Bair, LPC, LPC-MH
South Dakota
Licensed counselor - addictions and grief
See online therapy options- Addictions work
- Grief and loss
- CBT and ACT
About Joseph
Rev. Joseph Bair is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and LPC-MH licensed in Wyoming and South Dakota with six years of licensed mental health experience. He focuses on addictions, grief and loss, relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are accepted.
He uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy alongside client-centered listening. In session he helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, test different responses, and build small habits that change daily routines. He combines practical skills work with space to talk about feelings and meaning.
His background includes pastoral counseling in addition to his licensed practice. That experience informs a conversational, values-aware way of working. He often helps people sort competing priorities and figure out what matters to them now.
Typical sessions focus on concrete steps: identifying patterns, practicing new skills, and checking progress week to week. For grief and loss he balances pacing with moments to name what was lost and to find ways to remember and carry meaning forward. For addictions and anger he emphasizes clear behavior goals and relapse or escalation prevention strategies.
People who choose him should expect direct, practical sessions that mix skill practice with reflective conversation. To start a first session, clients follow the site’s matching process and schedule an appointment.
How his approaches work for online care
Rev. Joseph Bair uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thinking patterns and try small behavior experiments that change daily routines. CBT is practical and goal-focused, and it often helps with anxiety, anger, and addictive behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes values-guided action and learning to live alongside difficult thoughts and feelings instead of trying to eliminate them; it is useful for grief, life changes, and for people who want to clarify what matters most to them.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He treats selection of methods as collaborative, discussing clients' goals and preferences and adjusting techniques over time. Sessions can combine skill practice, values clarification, and reflective conversation so the plan fits what someone actually needs that week.
The therapist's listed session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life - they can take a shorter check-in at lunch, avoid travel time, or choose a format that uses less bandwidth. Ask about available session lengths and formats during the matching process so scheduling matches everyday routines.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
South Dakota, Wyoming
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He focuses on addictions, grief and loss, relationship issues, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test alternative responses, then practices small behavior changes to alter day-to-day patterns.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has six years of licensed mental health experience plus additional years of pastoral counseling experience.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds LPC and LPC-MH credentials and is licensed in Wyoming and South Dakota with a practice based in South Dakota.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are accepted; confirm any regional details during the sign-up process.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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