Joseph Barry, LMHC
Compassionate LMHC guiding growth and resilience
- Individual and family therapy
- Military and LGBT experience
- Flexible online sessions
About Joseph Barry
Joseph Barry is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with ten years of experience supporting people through life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional distress. He helps clients identify clear goals, work through obstacles, and develop practical strategies to lead more satisfying lives. Joseph takes an engaged, collaborative approach by asking thoughtful questions, offering fresh perspectives, and suggesting alternative ways of thinking when patterns get in the way of well-being.
He has served on Active Duty in the Air Force and brings experience working with military members and their families. His clinical work spans children, adolescents, and adults and includes dedicated experience with transgender and LGBT clients. Joseph offers individual, family, and couples counseling, tailoring each treatment plan to the unique needs and dynamics of the person or household he is supporting.
Rooted in a client-centered philosophy, Joseph strives to create a warm, respectful environment where trust and understanding are central to progress. He is trained in psychodynamic approaches, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and draws from these methods to build collaborative plans that reflect each client’s goals. He welcomes those ready to begin counseling and aims to make the first step toward change as encouraging and accessible as possible.
He has served on Active Duty in the Air Force and brings experience working with military members and their families. His clinical work spans children, adolescents, and adults and includes dedicated experience with transgender and LGBT clients. Joseph offers individual, family, and couples counseling, tailoring each treatment plan to the unique needs and dynamics of the person or household he is supporting.
Rooted in a client-centered philosophy, Joseph strives to create a warm, respectful environment where trust and understanding are central to progress. He is trained in psychodynamic approaches, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and draws from these methods to build collaborative plans that reflect each client’s goals. He welcomes those ready to begin counseling and aims to make the first step toward change as encouraging and accessible as possible.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Body imageCommunication problemsDivorce and separationGuilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Joseph Barry have?
Joseph Barry has 10 years of experience.
Is Joseph Barry a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details: FL LMHC MH18988.
In which languages does Joseph Barry provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Joseph Barry located?
He is located in Florida.
How can I work with Joseph Barry as my therapist?
You can work with Joseph Barry through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Joseph Barry work with international clients?
Joseph Barry does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joseph Barry cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Joseph Barry draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, creating a space where clients feel heard and supported while they explore goals and values. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to shift behaviors and emotional responses, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and stress. ACT teaches strategies for accepting difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful actions, helping clients move forward despite discomfort.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Joseph works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative orientation helps tailor sessions and adapt tools so progress feels relevant and achievable.
Online therapy with Joseph is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, to access support from home, or to choose the communication style that feels most helpful for a given concern.