- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Life purpose work
About Joshua
Joshua Swab is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) based in Michigan with eight years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Joshua also focuses on issues like abandonment, chronic illness and disability, codependency, life purpose, and financial or multicultural concerns.
Joshua uses straightforward, person-focused conversations to help clients name what feels stuck and to find practical steps forward. Sessions often look at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going, and then try small, testable changes. He draws on cognitive-behavioral ideas and mindfulness tools to help people manage symptoms day to day.
His style centers on listening and reflecting what clients say so they can notice patterns that matter to them. Motivational interviewing is used when someone feels unsure or ambivalent about change. Dialectical behavior therapy skills are offered when strong emotions or impulsivity make life harder.
Joshua treats the client as the expert on their own life while offering methods that can reduce distress and increase clearer choices. He helps people talk through guilt, shame, and isolation and to plan practical next steps. Sessions are aimed at workable strategies rather than promises of quick fixes.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How Joshua applies therapeutic approaches online
Joshua commonly uses client-centered work to begin sessions by hearing what the client sees as the problem and what matters most to them. This approach focuses on listening and reflecting so clients can name practical goals and next steps.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. CBT helps break down problems into manageable pieces and tests small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety, depression, or unhelpful patterns.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Joshua will work collaboratively to determine which approaches fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is revisited as therapy progresses so techniques can be adjusted based on how well they work.
Confirm the current online session options before booking since specific formats are not listed here. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits can help people maintain consistency while trying tools for stress, addiction-related coping, or finding clearer direction.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and depression. He also addresses related concerns like abandonment, chronic illness, codependency, and life purpose.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He listens for what matters to the client and uses client-centered conversation to clarify goals. He combines that with cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness to try small, practical changes.
What is his professional background?
He has eight years of professional experience working in clinical settings. His work has included helping people with motivation, self-esteem, and coping with difficult emotions.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He holds an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) and practices in Michigan.
Does he work in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. The initial step is to review available options on the matching page.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I get started with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.