I am a license clinical social worker with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, anger management, substance use, domestic violence, depression, and interpersonal issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
30 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Coping with grief and loss Motivation, self esteem, and confidence
Additional areas of focus:Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
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Great
Written on Aug 07, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
With the time I was able to talk to him, he is a very warm and wise person, he could level with me and gave me great approachs to my problems with people that I can understand, his words helped me through the passing of my last therapist and im forever grateful for that
Written on Jul 03, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Joseph is great, he was there when I needed him and provided me with great tools moving forward.
Written on Jun 25, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Great listener and gives great advice.
Written on Apr 29, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
Joseph is understanding with a wealth of knowledge and advice. He is spot on with sharing documents that benefit my situation.
Written on Apr 09, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Amazing therapist!
Written on Mar 26, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Joseph has helped me tremendously.
Written on Mar 02, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Just started therapy and I was extremely apprehensive to the whole experience. I was very pleased with the ease of scheduling and comfortability of speaking with Dr. Bates. I look forward to growing in my life and relationships through this process of self healing.
Written on Feb 25, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
On a scale of 1 to 10 I would give him a 9.9. He’s down to earth and gives real life thoughts and examples to help guide you to a better you. I’m new to therapy and understand it doesn’t always go the way you would like, but I’m happy to have Joe on my side
Written on Feb 04, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Our initial session was wonderful. We ended on what was a hopeful note for me. I will just need to further discern the alignment for where I am right now.
Written on Jan 02, 2025 after therapy with Joseph for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Really knows how to connect with his patients.
Written on Dec 17, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 10 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Joseph was a great help to me.
He was a thoughtful listener and provided me with good information that really helped me.
Written on Dec 01, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Have worked with Joe for a short time but in that time he has listened and taught me a lot. He seems to care and walks thru with you what’s going on and why. Gives lost of different aids to assist you in dealing with what is going on.
Written on Nov 26, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and anger management
Joe is an excellent therapist!
Written on Nov 04, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Excellent therapist very understanding and also is very interactive using homework worksheets that are on point with my needs and it is very helpful and insightful on learning new things to help me get better one day at a time
Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Excellent therapist knowledgeable and professional
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Mr.Joseph is kind man with a gentle soothing voice, yet he is firm and strong presence of self confidence , one that is contagious and gives you a sense of power and security.
Written on Sep 05, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Great therapist, one of the greatest I have found anywhere with the right recourses I need for coping
Written on Aug 18, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dude is chill as hell and wont hesitate to confront your truths. He has a lot of experience so he knows what he’s talking about and is great at giving advice. No sugarcoating but is very kind. He’s the only therapist who’s ever understood the way I operate and I’m sure it’s not just for me either. 10/10 would recommend
Written on Aug 08, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, anger management, and adhd
I haven't had too many sessions with him yet but my therapist has already provided much insight and it's been nice to actually be able get alot off my chest as well as get perspective from an outside party
Written on Jul 09, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
My experience with Joe Bates has been enlightening, he's happy to explain concepts, he gives homework and listens well. He asks good questions and I leave our sessions feeling heard. 5 stars
Written on Jul 04, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Although it is still early in our meetings, I’m very thankful for Joseph. He can speak scripture to me that resonates and helps me. I am starting to feel confident again that I may find my self again thanks to Joseph. I’m happy to continue our meetings even after I have healed and move this life as I feel like he will be a helpful guide and mentor
Written on Jun 26, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
He's a swell guy
Written on Jun 20, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life
Joseph Bates is excellent. He listens well and gives good advice. The way he often goes above and beyond, in my view, is an indication of his care for his clients and expertise. I highly recommend him.
Written on Jun 10, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatig
Great guy and understanding. Always takes your feelings into consideration and then shows another option
Written on Jun 09, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Mr. Bates has been extremely helpful in every way, from listing, talking to me, giving great advice and coming up with a game plan. He has been essential in my new story. Thank you again Mr. Bates.
Written on May 31, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Joe is timely, caring, empathetic, funny, and insightful. He challenges me and gives me a good deal to think about, and his thoughts have given me a lot to reflect on in my daily journey.
Written on May 28, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
He’s the best
Written on May 23, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Mr. Bates opened up my eyes to help me understand my relationships and views outside of my closed mind.
Written on May 22, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
I've had an awesome first time experience thus far. I didn't think therapy was for me but it truly helps. Thank you
Written on May 18, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Joseph is patient and kind. Apply's your experiences with different metrologies allowing you to understand better what you are going through. He checks in which I appreciate it. Makes me feel cared for.
Written on Apr 24, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigu
I feel very comfortable talking to Dr Bates, helping me understand and process feelings and emotions that otherwise I would just act on or bottle up, leaving them unresolved.
Written on Apr 11, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ad
Has helped immensely
Written on Apr 08, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues
Joseph is great!
Written on Mar 11, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Friendly and understanding
Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
He is very comforting and nice, he’s listen and helps with ways to help with your situation and he is very knowledgeable.
Written on Feb 11, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Joseph is a terrific listener and always offers thoughtful feedback and recommendations to promote progress.
Written on Feb 08, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Mr. Joseph Bates is a great listener, he doesn't propose to have answers.
Going through the recent deaths of my son and brother. Has been hard.
"No matter how strong, I might think I am". I pray daily and go to the mosque.
Mr. Bates is a good human being a veteran, who gets a veteran. I will reach out next month for another session. soon! Great Listener, sometimes that's all you need.
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and anger management
Joseph is genuinely kind, patient, nonjudgmental, and empathetic. Also very flexible and accommodating with short notice schedule changes
Written on Jan 24, 2024 after therapy with Joseph for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very attentive to my needs and understanding of my concerns.
Written on Dec 13, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
He’s great and I feel like he’s actually trying to help rather than downplaying what I’m going through
Written on Dec 04, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Joseph has been amazing. We have talked about my current feelings and situation a lot. And it’s nice to see him dive in and give a deeper meaning or explanation for why I feel the way I do
Written on Nov 19, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Nice job
Written on Nov 07, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, and family conflicts
Joseph feels like speaking with an older family member that has your best interest in mind
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, and coaching
I appreciate Mr. Bates different points of views as well as the action-oriented plans/assignments. It gives me a lot to not only think about, but actively work on.
Written on Oct 05, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I had a good experience talking out my problems with Joseph. Through conversations and writing exercises, I learned a lot of legitimately helpful thinking processes.
Written on Sep 22, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Great guy! I really enjoy our talks and he has helped me re frame some thoughts and just a all round great guy!
Written on Aug 07, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Great therapist with vast knowledge that he can interpret to someone less informed about the topic
Written on Aug 02, 2023 after therapy with Joseph for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
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