Joseph Melendez LCSW

(he/him)

Accepting Clients

Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in District of Columbia

Free Initial Consultation

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.

My Background and Approach

Joseph utilizes various approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gottman Training and Parent Management Training. He is committed to helping clients feel their best and believes clients are the experts in their journey.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Couples Counseling

Other Techniques

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Motivational Interviewing

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Family Conflict Men's Issues

Other Issues

  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Physical Disability
  • Self-Harm
  • Teen Issues

Qualifications

License
LCSW, State of District of Columbia · #LC50082349
Years in practice
10 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Cigna
  • Anthem
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • CareFirst

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 10 years of practice
  • Rate: $80 - 125/session

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