Joseph Denicola, LPC

Joseph Denicola is a licensed professional counselor with more than 30 years in behavioral health. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strains, addiction concerns, and issues related to sexual orientation. He also supports people working through low self-esteem, bipolar mood challenges, and the emotional fallout of divorce and separation.

He approaches therapy in a straightforward, respectful way. Sessions focus on the client's story and strengths. He listens first, then helps people set clear goals and practical steps to feel better. Many sessions involve talking through patterns of thought and behavior and finding doable changes that fit daily life.

Joseph uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. He draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions grounded in the client's priorities. He also uses Internal Family Systems ideas to help people understand different inner parts that affect mood and choices.

He works with adults in the District of Columbia and is able to connect with people outside the U.S. through online formats. Sessions are held by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Pricing varies by location and therapist availability, with a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

Starting is a simple process: select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability. Joseph aims to create a supportive space where people can make steady progress at their own pace.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Joseph often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people name unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT is practical and works well for stress, anxiety, mood shifts, and patterns that affect relationships.

He also relies on client-centered methods that make the session about the person's priorities. That approach focuses on listening, reflecting, and building on the client's existing strengths. Internal Family Systems helps people notice different inner parts and how they influence decisions and emotions, which can be useful for issues like shame, guilt, and complex mood patterns.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences, and adjusts those choices as progress is made.

Online formats offered include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for a full conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a break at work or use less bandwidth. Live chat or texting can work for quick check-ins and between-session support. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into daily life.