Joe Stevenson
My name is Joe Stevenson and I am a licensed Professional Counselor and Behavioral Specialist. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Slippery Rock University and my Master’s degree in Psychology Counseling from Chatham University, in Pittsburgh, PA.
I completed training on Addressing the Psychological Health of Warriors and their Families, through the Center for Deployment Psychology.
I have been a Counselor in the Pittsburgh area for many years in Community Mental Health working with individuals, youth, and families. I have extensive experience and training with individuals with spectrum and other developmental issues. I completed training on Addressing the Psychological Health of Warriors and their Families, through the Center for Deployment Psychology. The focus of this training was on: Trauma Sleep disturbance, Traumatic Brain Injury, Suicidal Behavior, Substance Abuse, and Depression.
First session
In our first session after a brief introduction we will explore the specific struggles/challenges that you are encountering. This will provide information to begin crafting a plan and strategies that have proven helpful, taking your personal strengths and stressors into consideration.
Strengths
Having much experience building a collaborative positive relationship, to guide and motivate individuals to use tried and true strategies, I have seen very good progress with the vast majority of my clients.
Ideal clients
I see broad range of clients issues with adults and have experience with adolescents also. I have a varied schedule of appointments available working via telehealth.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Good progress understands that the body, mind and spirit interact for good overall health I take a holistic approach to reduce current stress, address persistent negative thoughts, and process difficult life experiences and relationships. We can utilize a combination of Cognitive behavioral, Coping skills and Holistic theory. Areas of focus include mood disorders, depression, stress management, anxiety disorders, ADHD, ADD, autism, behavior modification, spirituality.
Location
Virtual sessions