About

Joseph Howard is a licensed clinical social worker with two decades of professional experience, based in North Carolina. After several years working as a counselor with military-connected clients, he has returned to BetterHelp to continue offering counseling services.

He is authorized to practice independently in both South Carolina and North Carolina and brings a broad background from a variety of clinical settings. Over the course of his career he has worked with children, teenagers, families, couples, and single adults. Most recently he served assignments as a counselor with the US Military, supporting children, adolescents, and families, and he has maintained a private practice working with adults and young adults navigating college, careers, and relationships.

Clients have found him compassionate and down-to-earth. His work focuses on helping people develop deeper self-awareness, cultivate self-compassion, and find healing in areas that may have felt confusing or hidden. He practices from a non-pathological perspective, viewing people as works in progress who are worthy of success.

Joseph aims to provide experiential information and practical steps that align with each person’s core goals, supporting clients in writing the story they want to live and taking action to live it. His approach blends practical, spiritual, and emotional elements, using both internal and external strategies to support change. He often invites clients to try tasks or new actions during sessions or between them, reflecting his belief that counseling works best when the client engages actively in the process.

His clinical orientation and training include Client-Centered Therapy, P.E.E.R. (Primary-Emotional-Energy-Recovery), Gestalt, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, energy- and somatic-based methods, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. He also draws on Yogic and Russian Systema-based breathwork techniques to help clients feel calmer, reduce stress, gain groundedness, and take decisive action.

He looks forward to working together to help clients move deeper into their lives and toward the outcomes they deserve.

Location:
North Carolina, United States
Years Experience:
20
Gender:
Male
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Depression, Grief, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, Anger, Career, Coaching, Codependency, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Family, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Intimacy-related issues, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Parenting, Relationship, Relationship, Self-love, Sleeping, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Trauma and abuse, Vaping
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: SC LISW-CP 7295, NC LCSW C006329
  • NPI Number: 1700013737
  • License: LCSW (North Carolina) #C006329 exp 2026-03-13 • LISW-CP (South Carolina) #7295 exp 2026-12-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care. Research and practice indicate that these issues are often well addressed through virtual sessions with trained professionals.

One major benefit is scheduling flexibility. People can meet with therapists in the format that best fits their needs - video appointments, phone calls, live chat, or messaging - making it easier to add therapy into a busy life.

Every therapist available through these services is a licensed professional, and clients may choose to switch therapists if they feel a different fit would be better. Online therapy offers practical access and adaptable ways to work toward your goals while remaining consistent with the standards of professional mental health care.

How much experience does Joseph Howard have?

Joseph Howard has 20 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Joseph Howard a licensed therapist?

Yes, Joseph Howard is a licensed therapist with SC LISW-CP 7295, NC LCSW C006329.

In which languages does Joseph Howard provide therapy?

Joseph Howard provides therapy in English.

Where is Joseph Howard located?

Joseph Howard is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Joseph Howard as my therapist?

You can work with Joseph Howard through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Joseph Howard work with international clients?

Joseph Howard does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Joseph Howard cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.