Therapist profile
Joshua "Josh" Jouza, LCPC
Illinois
Licensed counselor - Mood and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCPC
- License
- LCPC, Illinois / 180011248
- NPI
- 1063924199
- Experience
- 11 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
About
- Client-centered therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Joshua
Joshua "Josh" Jouza is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 11 years of experience. He works with people aged 13 and up on concerns such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance-related issues, anger, and relationship or family problems. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.
Josh trained in counseling at National Louis University, completing his Master of Science in Counseling in 2014. He began with an internship at the Counseling Center of Illinois where he ran state-mandated groups for substance use and provided counseling for DUI offenders, as well as facilitating anger management groups.
After the internship Josh continued in community mental health and crisis work, including outreach efforts. That experience shaped a direct, problem-focused approach to common struggles like mood disorders, sleep difficulty, and impulse control. He combines practical tools with a person-centered stance to help people make changes that fit their life.
In sessions Josh uses methods from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. These methods are used to address symptoms, improve communication, and support changes in thinking and behavior.
He also works with issues related to codependency, abandonment, body image, and family of origin problems. People who are worn down by taking care of others first or who have trouble setting boundaries may find the session work relevant to their goals.
How sessions work
How Josh integrates proven approaches in remote sessions
Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and building a working relationship. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflects concerns, and helps clarify goals so the person feels understood and can choose next steps. This approach helps when someone is unsure what they want to change or needs a chance to be heard.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. Sessions use practical exercises to challenge unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and problems with impulse control.
Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of thoughts and bodily states. These practices can help with stress, anger, and emotional regulation by creating space between a trigger and a response.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try approaches that fit the person's situation. That collaborative process means methods may shift as progress or needs change.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, remove travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make sessions possible when someone is juggling appointments, parenting duties, or work breaks.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, trauma, relationship and family problems, sleep and anger issues, and related concerns like codependency and abandonment.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He blends client-centered work with practical methods such as CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to address thinking patterns and behavior.
How much experience does he have?
Josh has 11 years of experience in the mental health field, including counseling, group work, crisis response, and community outreach.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; 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.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.