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Joseph Youngblood, LCMHC

North Carolina LCMHC with military experience
  • 33 years clinical experience
  • Military and family counseling
  • Recovery and addictions expertise

About Joseph Youngblood

Joseph Youngblood is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a former licensed clinical addictions specialist in North Carolina. He is retired from the US Navy and has spent much of his life traveling, gaining perspective from diverse cultures and ways of life.

With 33 years of clinical experience, he has worked with both military and civilian populations across the United States, Europe, and Asia. His therapeutic orientation is rooted in Gestalt - which emphasizes wholeness - and Individual Psychology, while also drawing on a broad range of training in personality development and treatment approaches.

He provides mental and behavioral health care for concerns such as depression, anger, phobias, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, stress management, relationship difficulties, and family issues. As a person in long-term recovery with over 40 years clean and sober, he also offers counseling for substance abuse and related challenges.

For 16 years he served as a Military and Family Life counselor, supporting military families as they navigated relationship strain and the stresses associated with an ever-changing military environment during a time of war. His background combines clinical experience, personal recovery, and military service to inform a practical and humane approach to care.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Joseph Youngblood have?

Joseph Youngblood has 33 years of clinical experience.

Is Joseph Youngblood a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. License details: NC LCMHC 2902.

In which languages does Joseph Youngblood provide therapy?

Joseph Youngblood provides therapy in English.

Where is Joseph Youngblood located?

He is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Joseph Youngblood as my therapist?

Clients can work with Joseph Youngblood through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Joseph Youngblood work with international clients?

Joseph Youngblood does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Joseph Youngblood cost?

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

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