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Joseph Kaiser

Relationship-focused counselor who emphasizes practical skills

LMHC New York

Experience
15 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Parenting
Approaches
Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Languages
English

About Joseph

Joseph Kaiser is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York. He works with adults and young adults who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, anger, or life changes.

Background and approach

He also helps people dealing with relationship worries, parenting strain, identity questions, and low self-esteem. Joseph uses straightforward, collaborative sessions.

He listens first and then helps clients set small, clear goals. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented so people leave with ideas they can try between meetings.

With 15 years of experience, Joseph draws on several approaches to fit each person’s needs. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help spot unhelpful thinking and build new habits.

He brings Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple ways to reduce stress and stay present. He also includes the Gottman Method when relationship skills are a focus.

Clients can expect a warm, interactive style. Joseph tailors plans to the problem at hand and checks in about progress.

He values respect and direct feedback while helping clients practice new ways of coping. Joseph has worked with issues such as trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and complex family dynamics.

He also addresses more specific concerns like adoption and foster care, attachment issues, body image, and communication problems. He accepts sessions in English and works with international clients.

How his approaches work online

Joseph uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes that build better habits. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that keep problems going. He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple breathing and attention practices that reduce reactivity and help with stress and anger. The Gottman Method is used when improving communication or relationship skills is a goal; it focuses on practical exercises for listening and problem solving.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Joseph will talk with the client about goals and try methods that match those goals. He checks in regularly and adjusts the plan based on what is helping and what is not. Clients have a role in deciding which tools to keep and which to change.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video is helpful for in-depth conversations and exercises that benefit from visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging let clients send updates between sessions and use short check-ins during a busy day. These options make it easier to maintain consistent work on goals despite a busy schedule.

Frequently asked questions

What problems does this therapist help with?
He helps people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, anger, trauma and abuse, and identity questions including LGBT concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are warm and interactive. He focuses on practical steps and collaborates with clients to set clear goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of clinical experience working with adults and young adults on a wide range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed mental health counselor - LMHC - and practices from New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he also works with international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexible scheduling.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed in

New York

Languages

English