- Client-centered approach
- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness practices
About Joshua
Joshua Cook is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with four years of clinical experience. He works with people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and LGBT-related concerns. He emphasizes practical steps and straightforward conversation rather than jargon.
Cook draws on treatments that focus on real-world change. He uses client-centered listening to understand what matters to each person. He pairs that with cognitive behavioral strategies to spot unhelpful thoughts and build different habits. He also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness to teach emotion regulation and present-moment skills.
His academic path began with a double major in psychology and economics at Texas A&M University, followed by a master’s in general psychology from Sam Houston State University and post-graduate counseling studies at Liberty University. That mix informs a practical, goals-oriented approach to problems like anger, sleep disruption, and substance use.
Before private practice he worked in crisis outreach and ran psychoeducation groups at a crisis stabilization unit. He has experience supporting people on probation and parole and training school staff in Mental Health First Aid. Those roles shaped his focus on relapse prevention, building social supports, and clear behavioral plans.
In sessions he aims to be direct and collaborative. Conversations often include skill practice, short behavioral assignments, and reflection on what helps in daily life. He asks people to try small, manageable steps between meetings and evaluates what changes work best.
Approach and how online sessions can help
Client-centered therapy starts by listening to what matters to the person. The therapist follows the client’s lead, clarifies goals, and uses conversation to build motivation and direction. This approach helps people who feel stuck or unsure how to begin changing patterns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to notice unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. CBT is often used for anger, anxiety, sleep problems, and mood shifts.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers skills for regulating intense emotions and improving interpersonal interactions. It includes techniques for distress tolerance and emotional regulation that are useful when anger or strong feelings come up.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to test approaches that match their goals and preferences. Choices are adjusted over time based on what helps in daily life rather than sticking to a single method.
The original biography does not list which online session formats are provided, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when that helps, and remove travel time. They also let people practice skills between meetings in the environments where problems occur. This practical flexibility can make it simpler to try behavioral changes and track what works.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and LGBT-related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered stance combined with practical techniques from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and existential ideas to help people change behavior and manage emotions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working in counseling roles and crisis services.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Texas and practices from Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and 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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.