Therapist profile
Joseph Setchel, LMHC, LCMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - family and parenting concerns
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- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-focused work
About Joseph
Joseph Setchel is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC, LCMHC) practicing in Florida with 21 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship concerns, addiction, ADHD, trauma and other life changes. Joseph describes a practical approach aimed at clearer thinking and better coping.
He trained in psychology, earning a BA from Stetson University and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from the University of Central Florida. After a two-year post-Masters internship he received his license in Mental Health Counseling in 2007 and has worked in clinical settings since.
Joseph adapts his approach to what each person needs. He may use Cognitive Behavioral techniques to address distressing thoughts or an Existential view to look at meaning and choice. He also incorporates Client-Centered principles, Mindfulness and Psychodynamic ideas when those fit the goals.
Sessions focus on practical gains such as clearer insight, improved coping strategies, and more effective decision-making. He favors combining methods rather than relying on a single technique, and lists Solution-Focused methods among those he uses.
His practice emphasizes honesty, cultural awareness, and helping clients exercise choice in how they respond to life stressors. People who want straightforward conversations about parenting, relationships, mood, or behavior often find this style accessible.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Joseph commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and works well for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and some addictive behaviors. He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening closely and responding to what the person says so they can clarify their own goals and values. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss what methods seem most useful and adapt the plan based on the person’s goals, values, and preferences. That collaborative process helps align techniques with everyday challenges like parenting stress or relationship strain. Confirm the specific session options before booking, since formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people choose times that work around childcare or work, or avoid being on camera if they prefer a phone-style conversation. Licensed professionals can use these flexibilities to help clients maintain consistent, practical work on the issues that brought them to therapy.Areas of focus
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Florida, New Hampshire
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship issues, ADHD, addictions, trauma, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, and bipolar-related concerns.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He adapts methods to the person, mixing Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Existential, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic and Solution-Focused ideas to help people gain insight and practical coping tools.
How much experience does he have?
He has 21 years of experience in the mental health field, with clinical training at Stetson University and the University of Central Florida and licensure awarded in 2007.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LMHC and LCMHC credentials and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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