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Joseph Myrick

Joseph Myrick, LICSW

Washington

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LICSW - Anger and Addictions

  • CBT methods
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Solution-focused work

About Joseph

Joseph Myrick is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington with 19 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, anger, and related issues. Joseph frames the work around what a person already knows and the strengths they bring.

He keeps sessions direct and practical. Conversations focus on specific problems and clear steps to change how someone reacts to stress and anger. Joseph uses goal-oriented tools to help reduce impulses, manage cravings, and rebuild trust in relationships.

Joseph often blends techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. He also uses motivational interviewing to build commitment for change and solution-focused techniques to set short-term, achievable goals. These methods are useful for mood disorders, process addictions, and other persistent patterns.

People who come with grief, trauma, or parenting strain get attention to daily coping and realistic next steps. Work around communication problems, control issues, and guilt is practical and action-based rather than theoretical.

He expects clients to bring their experience and to shape the plan together. The first session looks at current challenges and what the client wants to change. From there, sessions aim to build skills and small wins that add up over time.

How his approaches translate to online work

Joseph commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot thoughts and behaviors that keep anger and anxiety cycling. CBT sessions often include practical exercises and testing new responses between meetings to see what changes behavior.

He also uses motivational interviewing to help people clarify what change matters most to them and to build motivation without pressure. Solution-focused therapy complements this by setting short-term goals and tracking small, achievable shifts in daily life.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. He works with clients to decide which approaches match their goals and preferences. That collaborative choice guides the focus of online sessions and the short tasks suggested between meetings.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people like online sessions because they can fit appointments into a workday, avoid travel time, or choose a check-in that needs less bandwidth. A clear plan, agreed tasks, and steady follow-up help make online work practical and effective for stress, anger, and addiction-related goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Listed in

Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address related to anger?

He supports people dealing with anger alongside stress, relationship strain, and addictions. Anger is treated as one among several behavior and mood challenges.

What style of therapy does he use?

He works in a practical, goal-focused way using cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods. Sessions focus on steps people can try between meetings.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 19 years of professional experience working with issues such as anxiety, addiction, and anger. That experience includes helping people make concrete changes over time.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, WA LICSW, practicing in Washington. Sessions and credentials reflect that state license.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the service plan chosen.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session. That first meeting sets goals and next steps.

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