I am a licensed Certified Social Worker, Clinical in Maryland and have been working with adult clients since 2010. My experiences include working in psychiatric hospitals, maximum security forensic hospitals, private practice, and primary care offices. These experiences are implemented in my evidence-based and solution-focused approach, integrating a wide variety of treatment modalities such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), prolonged exposure therapy (PET), mindfulness, psychodynamic and more.
I served in the United States Army and United States Navy. As a former member of active military service, I understand the unique demands placed on military members, veterans, and their families. Helping individuals transition from military to civilian life and processing military experiences are a major focus of mine.
My clinical experience includes evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of disorders in adults (ages 18+) including depressive and anxiety disorders, stress/anger management, mood disorders, post traumatic stress, dual diagnosis and more.
Professional Experience
I received my Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Maryland-Baltimore in 2011, which included completing two clinical internships: The first internship took place at Sheppard Pratt – Ellicott City and the second at Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center; a maximum-security forensic hospital located in Jessup, Maryland. Following my internship at Clifton T. Perkins, I was hired by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to work with individuals court ordered to maximum security facilities. I have worked in the private practice setting treating adults for over 10 years.
Life Outside the Office
I am a native of New York that traveled all over the country during my military years. I have called Maryland home since moving here with my wife and son in 2007. In my free time I enjoy being with my family. Hobbies include travel, sports, digital art and photography.
Joseph provides telehealth services. Joseph is currently in network with Tricare, USFH and JH EHP.