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Joel Brooks

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Everyone has a right to have their own thoughts and feelings without shame and guilt, when feeling depressed, anxious, sad, uncertain or fearful. Taking the first step to seek counseling is courageous. I am here to support you in that process and provide you the opportunity to find the solutions you are seeking to achieve. Your happiness and contentment are my primary objective in our work together. I would look forward to working with you as your therapist.

I am licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a Certified Shame Treatment Specialist, with over 40 years of professional work experience. I have helped my clients to overcome stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, & many other life adjustment concerns. I provide an open, safe and confidential environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

I would be honored to work with you.

Years Experience: 42
Location: Florida, United States
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number: 1477627859
Credentials: FL LCSW SW1761
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LCSW (Florida) #SW1761 exp 2027-03-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Depression, LGBT, Family, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Male therapist, Gay, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Joel Brooks

Experienced Florida therapist for healing and growth
  • 42 years experience
  • Trauma and shame specialist
  • Flexible session options

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Joel Brooks believes everyone has a right to their own thoughts and feelings without shame or guilt, especially when experiencing depression, anxiety, sadness, uncertainty, or fear. He views the decision to seek counseling as a courageous first step and offers steady support throughout that process.

He works collaboratively with clients to explore solutions that promote greater happiness and contentment, making those outcomes central to his therapeutic work. Joel provides an open, safe and confidential space where people can share thoughts and emotions without judgment.

Joel is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida and holds certifications as a Clinical Trauma Professional and as a Shame Treatment Specialist. With 42 years of professional experience, he has helped individuals address stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, bipolar disorder, and a wide range of life adjustment issues.

He also works with concerns related to LGBT issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy, eating and sleeping disorders, parenting challenges, anger management, self-esteem, career difficulties, ADHD, and coping with life changes and compassion fatigue. He would be honored to work with individuals seeking support and growth.

Location: Florida, United States
Years Experience: 42
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Addictions, Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Antisocial personality, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Avoidant personality, BDSM, Bipolar, Body image, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Gender dysphoria, Grief, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Kink, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: FL LCSW SW1761
  • NPI Number: 1477627859
  • License: LCSW (Florida) #SW1761 exp 2027-03-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people ask whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy is often equally effective as traditional in-person sessions.

A major benefit is flexibility – clients can connect in the way that suits them best, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule.

Therapy delivered online is provided by licensed professionals and therapists, and clients have the option to switch therapists at any time if they seek a different fit.

How much experience does Joel Brooks have?

Joel Brooks has 42 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Joel Brooks a licensed therapist?

Yes, Joel Brooks is a licensed therapist with FL LCSW SW1761.

In which languages does Joel Brooks provide therapy?

Joel Brooks provides therapy in English.

Where is Joel Brooks located?

Joel Brooks is located in Florida.

How can I work with Joel Brooks as my therapist?

You can work with Joel Brooks through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Joel Brooks work with international clients?

Joel Brooks does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Joel Brooks cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as location and Joel Brooks’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward: click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Joel Brooks. Depending on his availability, you can then schedule an initial session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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