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Joshua Curry

Joshua Curry, LPC

Pennsylvania

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Licensed Professional Counselor - Addictions and Relationships

  • Addictions focus
  • Relationship issues
  • Family concerns

About Joshua

Joshua Curry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 25 years of experience. He focuses on addictions, relationship difficulties, family concerns, anger, and self-esteem struggles. He also notes additional focus areas such as adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, codependency, and issues tied to substance use.

He has spent many years working in substance abuse treatment across different settings. That includes medication-assisted treatment and detox, inpatient and residential programs, psychiatric hospitals, correctional settings, and tele-health. His background means he has seen a range of situations and practical treatment needs.

In sessions he uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address behaviors and patterns that keep problems going. He talks through triggers, coping responses, and steps people can try between meetings. Conversations are practical and aimed at changing what gets in the way of daily functioning.

Joshua describes deliberate practice as central to his work. He emphasizes ongoing learning and adapting how he works as needs change. That means he brings long-term clinical experience and a focus on methods shown to help with addiction and related issues.

People seeking help for drug and alcohol concerns, persistent anger, relationship strain, or low self-esteem may find his background relevant. His experience in medical and institutional settings informs how he approaches complex or co-occurring problems. If you want to explore whether his way of working fits, follow the site booking steps to begin.

How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions

Joshua uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address substance use and related behavior patterns. One common approach focuses on identifying triggers and changing responses through structured exercises and real-world practice. This helps people notice what leads to cravings or reactive anger and try different coping steps. Another approach targets communication and relationship habits. It involves practicing new ways to express needs and set boundaries so problems such as codependency or repeated conflict become easier to handle. These methods are practical and skill-based, useful for family and relationship concerns tied to addiction or stress. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist discusses options with each person and adjusts methods based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps pick techniques that fit the client’s life and what they want to change. Confirm the current online session options before booking, since the biography does not list specific formats for ongoing practice. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, support shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also make it possible to continue work after hospital or residential care, helping maintain progress between in-person appointments.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAntisocial personalityCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Experience

25+ years

Listed in

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he work with?

He works with addictions, relationship strain, family problems, anger, and low self-esteem. He also lists related focuses like adoption and foster care, codependency, and caregiver stress.

How does he approach someone feeling stuck?

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical conversation about triggers and coping. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful patterns and testing small changes between meetings.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 25 years of experience working in substance abuse and related treatment settings. That includes work in inpatient, residential, hospital, correctional, and tele-health environments.

What are his official credentials and where does he practice?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The biography mentions tele-health among past settings but does not list current session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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