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Joseph Bates, LCSW

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Joseph. View 41 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Missouri, Oklahoma, and 4 more

Recent reviews

Joe is an excellent therapist!

Reviewed November 2024

Excellent therapist very understanding and also is very interactive using homework worksheets that are on point with my needs and it is very helpful and insightful on learning new things to help me get better one day at a time

Reviewed November 2024

More about Joseph

  • 30 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW, LICSW

I am a license clinical social worker with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, anger management, substance use, domestic violence, depression, and interpersonal issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Joseph Bates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164107041.

  • LCSW · Missouri · 2023015564 · Expires September 2026
  • LCSW · Oklahoma · 20430 · Expires December 2024
  • LICSW · Iowa · 121424 · Expires December 2024
  • LCSW · Arizona · LCSW-21858 · Expires September 2025
  • LCSW · Nevada · 11139-C · Expires July 2025
  • LICSW · Washington · LW61496790 · Expires July 2025

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 Bates

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

Overall rating:

5.0

41 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Excellent Understanding Helpful Listens Understand Great listener Empathetic Helped Insightful

Joe is an excellent therapist!

Reviewed November 2024

Excellent therapist very understanding and also is very interactive using homework worksheets that are on point with my needs and it is very helpful and insightful on learning new things to help me get better one day at a time

Reviewed November 2024

Excellent therapist knowledgeable and professional

Reviewed November 2024

Mr.Joseph is kind man with a gentle soothing voice, yet he is firm and strong presence of self confidence , one that is contagious and gives you a sense of power and security.

Reviewed September 2024

Great therapist, one of the greatest I have found anywhere with the right recourses I need for coping

Reviewed August 2024

Dude is chill as hell and wont hesitate to confront your truths. He has a lot of experience so he knows what he’s talking about and is great at giving advice. No sugarcoating but is very kind. He’s the only therapist who’s ever understood the way I operate and I’m sure it’s not just for me either. 10/10 would recommend

Reviewed August 2024

He’s very easy to talk with.

Reviewed July 2024

I haven't had too many sessions with him yet but my therapist has already provided much insight and it's been nice to actually be able get alot off my chest as well as get perspective from an outside party

Reviewed July 2024

My experience with Joe Bates has been enlightening, he's happy to explain concepts, he gives homework and listens well. He asks good questions and I leave our sessions feeling heard. 5 stars

Reviewed July 2024

Although it is still early in our meetings, I’m very thankful for Joseph. He can speak scripture to me that resonates and helps me. I am starting to feel confident again that I may find my self again thanks to Joseph. I’m happy to continue our meetings even after I have healed and move this life as I feel like he will be a helpful guide and mentor

Reviewed June 2024

He's a swell guy

Reviewed June 2024

Joseph Bates is excellent. He listens well and gives good advice. The way he often goes above and beyond, in my view, is an indication of his care for his clients and expertise. I highly recommend him.

Reviewed June 2024

Great guy and understanding. Always takes your feelings into consideration and then shows another option

Reviewed June 2024

Mr. Bates has been extremely helpful in every way, from listing, talking to me, giving great advice and coming up with a game plan. He has been essential in my new story. Thank you again Mr. Bates.

Reviewed May 2024

He is a great therapist. He listens well and give back great feedback.

Reviewed May 2024

Joe is timely, caring, empathetic, funny, and insightful. He challenges me and gives me a good deal to think about, and his thoughts have given me a lot to reflect on in my daily journey.

Reviewed May 2024

He’s the best

Reviewed May 2024

Mr. Bates opened up my eyes to help me understand my relationships and views outside of my closed mind.

Reviewed May 2024

I've had an awesome first time experience thus far. I didn't think therapy was for me but it truly helps. Thank you

Reviewed May 2024

Joseph is patient and kind. Apply's your experiences with different metrologies allowing you to understand better what you are going through. He checks in which I appreciate it. Makes me feel cared for.

Reviewed April 2024

Excellent therapist

Reviewed April 2024

I feel very comfortable talking to Dr Bates, helping me understand and process feelings and emotions that otherwise I would just act on or bottle up, leaving them unresolved.

Reviewed April 2024

Has helped immensely

Reviewed April 2024

He’s a great therapist who is understanding and compassionate using real world situations to help.

Reviewed March 2024

Joseph is great!

Reviewed March 2024

Joe is great for me. Great listener and gives me great feedback

Reviewed March 2024

Friendly and understanding

Reviewed February 2024

He is very comforting and nice, he’s listen and helps with ways to help with your situation and he is very knowledgeable.

Reviewed February 2024

Joseph is a terrific listener and always offers thoughtful feedback and recommendations to promote progress.

Reviewed February 2024

Mr. Joseph Bates is a great listener, he doesn't propose to have answers. Going through the recent deaths of my son and brother. Has been hard. "No matter how strong, I might think I am". I pray daily and go to the mosque. Mr. Bates is a good human being a veteran, who gets a veteran. I will reach out next month for another session. soon! Great Listener, sometimes that's all you need.

Reviewed February 2024

Joseph is genuinely kind, patient, nonjudgmental, and empathetic. Also very flexible and accommodating with short notice schedule changes

Reviewed January 2024

Very attentive to my needs and understanding of my concerns.

Reviewed December 2023

He’s great and I feel like he’s actually trying to help rather than downplaying what I’m going through

Reviewed December 2023

Dr Bates its been instrumental in this process of restoring myself from a traumatic divorce and extended periods of depression.

Reviewed November 2023

Joseph has been amazing. We have talked about my current feelings and situation a lot. And it’s nice to see him dive in and give a deeper meaning or explanation for why I feel the way I do

Reviewed November 2023

Nice job

Reviewed November 2023

Joseph feels like speaking with an older family member that has your best interest in mind

Reviewed November 2023

I appreciate Mr. Bates different points of views as well as the action-oriented plans/assignments. It gives me a lot to not only think about, but actively work on.

Reviewed November 2023

I had a good experience talking out my problems with Joseph. Through conversations and writing exercises, I learned a lot of legitimately helpful thinking processes.

Reviewed September 2023

Great guy! I really enjoy our talks and he has helped me re frame some thoughts and just a all round great guy!

Reviewed August 2023

Great therapist with vast knowledge that he can interpret to someone less informed about the topic

Reviewed August 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Joseph Bates offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Joseph Bates 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 Bates speak?

Joseph Bates speaks English.

How many years of experience does Joseph Bates have?

Joseph Bates has 30 years of experience.

Where is Joseph Bates licensed to practice?

Joseph Bates is licensed to practice in Missouri, Oklahoma, Iowa, Arizona, Nevada, and Washington.

Does Joseph Bates accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Joseph Bates does not accept 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 Bates offer?

Joseph Bates offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Joseph Bates?

Joseph Bates 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 Bates?

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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