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Joseph Wagner, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Joseph is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Joseph. View 39 reviews
Great news, Joseph is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Louisiana

Recent reviews

Extremely compassionate, down-to-earth human being, and is very respectful. He allows me to get my point across, no interruptions, understands me, and thoroughly explains things to where I understand them as best as possible.

Reviewed August 2024

He's the BEST!!!!!!

Reviewed April 2024

More about Joseph

  • 16 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor with 15 years’ experience treating a range of issues. I bring a warm and empathic style to my work, thus creating a space in which you, the client, can discuss the challenges you face while feeling heard, understood, and supported.

I help people do more of what matters even in the presence of difficult inner experiences. In our work together, we’ll look at the strategies you have been using to address your challenges, and we’ll discuss ways in which you can strengthen or expand your skills in order to act more effectively and flexibly in response to difficult situations, thoughts, and feelings.

The heart of my work involves helping you to learn new skills which allow you to break the grip of unwanted thoughts & feelings on your actions and your life.

As you build these skills, you learn to handle difficult thoughts, feelings, and situations more flexibly, thus opening a space where you become freer to show up to your life in ways that enhance vitality, meaning, and purpose.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Self esteem Depression Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Anger management Coping with life changes Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Post-traumatic stress Self-love Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy

Licenses

Joseph Wagner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982024691.

  • LPC · Louisiana · 4420 · Expires June 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Joseph Wagner

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

39 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Supportive Thoughtful Understanding Understands Anxiety Attentive Grateful Helpful

Extremely compassionate, down-to-earth human being, and is very respectful. He allows me to get my point across, no interruptions, understands me, and thoroughly explains things to where I understand them as best as possible.

Reviewed August 2024

He's the BEST!!!!!!

Reviewed April 2024

Kind, supportive, thoughtful and insightful.

Reviewed March 2024

Joseph is a very gentle and attentive listener, and he's helped me a lot.

Reviewed November 2023

Joseph is very attentive and a great thoughtful listener. He is kind and patient, willing to drill in the same routines over and over. Would reccomend.

Reviewed August 2023

Joe is so down to Earth and knowledgeable

Reviewed June 2023

Joseph is a great listener and always provides logical feedback and practical ways to help through issues.

Reviewed June 2023

Joe is incredibly supportive understanding and patient. He also sets up clear rules of engagement during sessions that helps create structure so we can focus on goals. He is an amazing therapist and I hope to continue working with him.

Reviewed February 2023

Joe has been fantastic to work with over the last several months. He has been my first introduction to therapy and I couldn't have hoped for a better guide. He's helped steer me from a very dark place in my life and I couldn't possibly offer him as much thanks as he deserves. He expertly blends theory with practice and has given me the tools to continue my mental wellness journey.

Reviewed December 2022

Joe is an incredibly compassionate therapist who utilizes active listening to ensure I feel heard and seen during our sessions. I rarely have a session where I am unable to tap into some deep emotional struggles and do quality processing on them. I've already seen key changes in myself after working with Joe for only a handful of sessions. I'll be happy to continue working with Joe well into the future.

Reviewed December 2022

Joe is very patient, attentive, and insightful. Have really enjoyed working with him and look forward to continued progress with him.

Reviewed November 2022

Truly the best therapist I’ve ever had. Such a gentle and understanding soul, always trying to empathize while anchoring you to reality. Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of treatment methods and philosophies.

Reviewed November 2022

Joseph is understanding and patient, with practical excercises and a great ability to keep us on task.

Reviewed August 2022

Joe is a great listener and very easy to talk to. He provides good materials outside of sessions as well.

Reviewed August 2022

It has been excellent working with Joe.

Reviewed August 2022

With only two sessions, Joseph has shown me helpful strategies.

Reviewed July 2022

Joe Wagner seems to draw from an endless source of kindness, patience, and heartfelt compassion. He is helping me to navigate some very difficult challenges, and I hope he knows what an incredible blessing he is. My life continues to change for the better because of his expertise and care.

Reviewed July 2022

Joe is compassionate, intelligent, resourceful and immediately helped me address needs that I didn't realize I had.

Reviewed April 2022

Joe helped me find the tools I needed to navigate a very difficult time in my life with an openness that I’ve never experienced with other therapists. I was reluctant to seek help due to my past experiences but after having worked with Joe, I won’t hesitate to return if I find myself in over my head again, but I’m pretty confident that I won’t need to. Eternally grateful for my time with him.

Reviewed February 2022

Joe has a calming voice and really listens to me. He is helping with some strategies to deal with my anxiety.

Reviewed January 2022

Joe is an incredible therapist. He has helped me greatly.

Reviewed January 2022

Joe has been the most engaging therapist that I’ve ever had. He listens and always has thoughtful responses. He often refers me to other resources after our sessions which is wonderful. I feel inspired after our sessions.

Reviewed November 2021

I had a difficult time finding a therapist who did what their description said they do. Joe definitely is supportive and kind , respectful of my limitations while at the same time encourages me to go past my comfort zone. I was ready to give up on this app until he came along . Although I’ll have to stop because of financial difficulties(now that I have to repair my car) I will definitely try to come back and work with Joe again when i can budget it back in .

Reviewed September 2021

Joe is so supportive and validates my struggles. We’ve been working together for almost a year and I’m the healthiest I’ve been in years. I’m so happy that I gave therapy a try.

Reviewed June 2021

Fantastic

Reviewed May 2021

I’ve experienced a lot of pain, grief, and trauma in my life. I didn’t think healing was possible. But because of Joe Wagner’s skillful, patient, and compassionate care, the healing process has begun. I am so grateful for his help and for this platform!

Reviewed April 2021

Joe validates my feelings and is a good listener. I look forward to our sessions as I always feel relieved afterwards.

Reviewed March 2021

Joe is a warm, wonderful, and empathetic counselor. His teachings about awareness, both in the mind and body, are transformative for those who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, and trauma. His ability to get down to the root of an issue still continues to impress me. I have learned so much from Joe in just a few short month and I already feel an innate and natural change in my behaviors and reactions. I could not have asked for a better counselor.

Reviewed February 2021

Joe is kind, patient, and thoughtful in his work. I’d recommend him and his approach to anyone!

Reviewed January 2021

I'm just a few sessions in with Joe and I can't express how grateful I am to have been matched with him. I feel completely comfortable sharing with him and he has already helped me with some exercises and tools to work through my pain. He is extremely empathetic and kind. I'm optimistic about what will come as we spend more time together.

Reviewed December 2020

Joe is very kind and generous . I left every session feeling heard and supported. I have benefited tremendously from only 3 sessions with him. With his help, I was able to identify several triggers that cases my stress, and ways to cope with them. He also has substantial knowledgeable about human brain related to stress response, from both neuroscience and sociological stand point, I learned a lot from him.

Reviewed December 2020

When I downloaded BetterHelp, I was desperate and at a loss on how to deal with my mental health and trauma. But since working with Doc, I’m able to process and handle anxiety and stress in a healthier way. Honestly- there really aren’t words to convey just how much the coping techniques he’s taught me have changed my life. I am so fortunate to have been paired with one of the kindest, most patient therapists there is.

Reviewed November 2020

How do I write a review for an individual who has essentially changed the trajectory of my life? Within a year, my father died suddenly and I unwittingly became a frontline worker during the pandemic. With Joe's wisdom, support and guidance, not only am I well on my way to recovering from and living with these traumas but I have also become a happier person then I was before all of this happened. I am now able to use an arsenal of strategies to better handle the everyday stresses and anxieties of life and meditation to find peace when it can't be found elsewhere. Joe's patience and unending empathy have helped me cement these changes within my life and I couldn't have been luckier in getting paired with him.

Reviewed November 2020

I have only had one session so far and ive already learned so much about myself. Excited to see more growth.

Reviewed September 2020

Joe has such a deep capacity for listening empathetically. Even when I feel like I'm talking a lot, he always understands me on a deep level and shows so much kindness and wisdom. His mindfulness and loving-kindness techniques have helped me to get in touch with myself and others and have more compassion for myself. He is helping me to feel more secure within myself and to see the world from new perspectives. I've been working with Joe for two months now, but even after the first session I could already tell how helpful he was. He offers so many simple strategies I can use in my everyday life that have been incredibly helpful and life-improving. He meets me on my level and helps me reach my goals for growth and self-acceptance. I would highly recommend him!!

Reviewed August 2020

Joe seems like a good guy, I've only had two meetings with him and I can't complain.

Reviewed August 2020

Joe is doing an amazing job. He understands and analyzes problems thoroughly and gives great advice on how to deal with certain situations or emotions

Reviewed August 2020

Hes a great counselor always understanding and patient

Reviewed August 2020

I have really enjoyed my time with Joe so far. He is a good listener and he understands where I’m coming from and where I’m trying to go.

Reviewed August 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Joseph Wagner offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Joseph Wagner works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Joseph Wagner speak?

Joseph Wagner speaks English.

How many years of experience does Joseph Wagner have?

Joseph Wagner has 16 years of experience.

Where is Joseph Wagner licensed to practice?

Joseph Wagner is licensed to practice in Louisiana.

Does Joseph Wagner accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Joseph Wagner accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Joseph Wagner offer?

Joseph Wagner offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness Therapy.

How can I communicate with Joseph Wagner?

Joseph Wagner can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Joseph Wagner?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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