Grief, Divorce, Anger Management, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, ADHD
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About Joseph
Joseph Garza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 13 years of experience. He enjoys working with clients of all ages, and especially loves when a client is open to change. Joseph has worked with various mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, ADHD, and many more. He has experience working with couples and families as well.
Joseph completed his Master's degree in Counseling at Dallas Baptist University. He has biblical counseling as a foundation, as well, if needed by his clients. This can add an additional resource and support for his clients, too. Joseph is certified in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and uses this along with exposure therapy to work with clients struggling with anxiety and other disorders.
As stated previously, change can be difficult but with the right experience, wisdom, and guidance, change does not have to be avoided. Joseph understands this and has a heart for people to grow and to have a healthy perspective on themselves and others. If you are ready to begin this journey, please reach out to schedule with Joseph, so that your shared journey can begin.
"Change can be difficult for anybody, but with the right guidance, it is entirely possible to reach your desired outcome."
What clients say
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Excellent service through thriveworks along with an excellent therapist!
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Get to know Joseph
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
To help people through difficult situations by change for the betterment of the person.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Clients who are open to change and are willing to do the work.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That learning is a part of change and that being open or humble can expedite the process to reach desired goals.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Convenient and needing extra clients to see.
What inspires you?
My faith and my life as well as many others.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Warmth, security, educated, with no judgement, guilt, or shame. At the end of the session, goals to be obtained.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
Their goals.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
I believe in empowering not enabling and will assign homework at times.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Outdoors, exercise, movies, travel, try new foods.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Firm and compassionate.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 13 years
- Graduating institute
- Dallas Baptist University
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Arts in Counseling
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