- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
About Joseph
Joseph Hansen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Montana with eight years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, career uncertainty, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on life purpose and coaching to help people consider what matters next after a big change.
Joseph draws on practical, talk-based methods in sessions. He uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered work to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try small, concrete shifts. He also integrates attachment-informed perspectives and skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy when helpful.
His background includes 17.5 years in the United States Air Force, where he served in Security Forces and as a Readiness NCO. That time overseas influenced how he thinks about resilience, routine, and managing stress in demanding roles. He also serves on the board of a recovery organization focused on substance use issues.
In sessions, Joseph tends to be direct and practical. He helps people name what feels off, set short-term goals, and practice techniques between meetings. Work often includes clarifying values, testing new behaviors, and building coping strategies for anxiety and panic.
People who come to him often want help sorting career moves, rebuilding confidence after relationship changes, or finding purpose after a transition. He offers straightforward support aimed at making next steps clearer and more manageable.
How Joseph integrates evidence-based methods in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and values and then taking committed action toward what matters. It can help when people feel stuck by shifting attention from fighting internal experiences to testing small steps that align with values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It includes practical exercises to challenge unhelpful thinking and build new habits, which can reduce anxiety and improve confidence over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Joseph will collaborate with each person to see which methods fit their goals and preferences, and he will adapt tools from different approaches as needed. That process is conversational and guided by what the person wants to prioritize.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule therapy around work or family demands, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also make it practical to try exercises or track goals in everyday settings while still meeting regularly with a licensed professional.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career questions, coping with life changes, and life purpose issues.
How would he describe his approach?
He uses practical, talk-based methods drawing on ACT, CBT, attachment ideas, and client-centered techniques to test small changes and build coping skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional experience in mental health practice.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Montana LCSW and practices in Montana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and 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.
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