Joshua "Josh" Jouza, LCPC

Joshua "Josh" Jouza earned a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Sociology and Political Science from Lewis University in 2011, graduating with the highest of honors. He continued his training with a Master of Science in Counseling from National Louis University in 2014 and completed a one-year internship at the Counseling Center of Illinois, where he worked with the substance abuse population, facilitated state-mandated groups, counseled DUI offenders, and ran anger management groups.

He brings 11 years of experience in the mental health field, including community outreach and crisis work. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) he provides clinical counseling to people aged 13 and older. LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and indicates that he is credentialed to provide professional mental health services in Illinois.

Josh specializes in treating depression and anxiety, including bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia, and addresses a broad range of concerns such as addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, sleep difficulties, anger, and self-esteem. He draws on client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to tailor care to each person’s needs. Josh approaches his work with empathy and dedication and continues to pursue opportunities to increase awareness of mental health and available treatment options.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Joshua "Josh" Jouza uses client-centered therapy to place the person and their experience at the center of care, offering a supportive space where goals and strengths drive the work. This approach is helpful for concerns around relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions.

He also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Mindfulness therapy is used alongside these methods to teach present-moment awareness and simple practices that can reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Joshua collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so the work remains practical and goal oriented.

Online therapy with Joshua is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, access care from different settings, and find a rhythm that fits day-to-day life while working with a licensed professional.