- Goal-focused work
- Skills practice
- Life purpose focus
About Joseph
Joseph Surace is an LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) practicing in Ohio with eight years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression. He also works with concerns such as guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, mood disorders, OCD and related obsessions or compulsions, panic attacks, phobias, and social anxiety.
Joseph focuses on clear goals. He asks people to name what they want to change and what gets in the way. He looks for clients who are motivated to make shifts and who are willing to try strategies between sessions. He balances a practical, skills-based approach with straightforward supportive listening.
In sessions he breaks down problems into manageable steps. He teaches tools people can use day to day to reduce anxiety or manage urges tied to addiction. He also works on rebuilding confidence and on clarifying what matters when someone feels stuck about their purpose or next steps.
Joseph encourages practice outside of therapy. He checks in on homework and adjusts techniques as needed. He aims to keep sessions focused and useful, with clear suggestions and measurable tasks.
People who prefer a collaborative, goal-oriented style often find his approach direct and action-focused. He helps clients track progress and adapt plans when things don’t go as expected.
Approaches Joseph Uses and how they fit online
Joseph describes his work as evidence-based and practical. He focuses on goal-setting and skill-building, using techniques that teach specific tools for managing anxiety, mood swings, and urges tied to addiction. These methods commonly include behavioral strategies that break problems into steps and practice exercises to use between sessions, which can help with panic, phobias, and obsessive behaviors.Another common approach he uses is structured problem-solving and skills rehearsal. This involves identifying barriers, trying small experiments, and reviewing what worked. It is useful for improving self-esteem, reducing avoidance, and clarifying choices when someone feels unsure about life purpose.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to pick techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences. If a method doesn’t fit, he adjusts the plan and tests alternatives together.
The original biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day and allow regular check-ins without travel. They also let people practice skills in their everyday settings and then bring real examples back to sessions for review.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, and depression. He also supports people dealing with guilt, loneliness, OCD traits, panic attacks, phobias, and questions about life purpose.
How would he approach someone feeling stuck?
He helps clients set clear goals and identifies obstacles that keep them stuck. Sessions combine practical skills training with regular check-ins on progress.
What experience does he bring?
He has eight years of professional experience working with mood and anxiety-related concerns. That experience informs his focus on goal-setting and skills practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker, licensed in Ohio. His practice is located in Ohio.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on where the client is located.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session. That process will guide next steps.
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