Joseph Ramsey, LCSW
Experienced LCSW for trauma and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
About Joseph Ramsey
Joseph Ramsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a long history of service in mental health, including over 21 years in the field and 16 years providing direct counseling. He earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh in 2007 and combines practical experience from community mental health with a straightforward, trust-building approach to care. He centers the therapeutic relationship on honest, direct communication and the conviction that each person is the expert on their own life.
Joseph has worked with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, domestic violence, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar I and II, and complex trauma related to post-traumatic stress. He also supports clients navigating life transitions and other challenges that affect daily functioning and relationships. He is trained in several evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Progressive Counting, and Motivational Interviewing, and adapts techniques to match each person’s needs.
Joseph takes a collaborative stance with clients, focusing on building rapport and identifying practical strategies that promote growth and healing. He looks forward to working with people who are ready to explore change and to participate actively in their therapeutic journey.
Joseph has worked with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, domestic violence, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar I and II, and complex trauma related to post-traumatic stress. He also supports clients navigating life transitions and other challenges that affect daily functioning and relationships. He is trained in several evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Progressive Counting, and Motivational Interviewing, and adapts techniques to match each person’s needs.
Joseph takes a collaborative stance with clients, focusing on building rapport and identifying practical strategies that promote growth and healing. He looks forward to working with people who are ready to explore change and to participate actively in their therapeutic journey.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Antisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Joseph Ramsey have?
Joseph Ramsey has 16 years of experience providing counseling.
Is Joseph Ramsey a licensed therapist?
Yes. Joseph Ramsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NY LCSW 091669.
In which languages does Joseph Ramsey provide therapy?
Joseph Ramsey provides therapy in English.
Where is Joseph Ramsey located?
Joseph Ramsey is located in New York.
How can I work with Joseph Ramsey as my therapist?
You can work with Joseph Ramsey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Joseph Ramsey work with international clients?
Joseph Ramsey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joseph Ramsey 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Joseph integrates client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and EMDR into his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a trusting relationship, listening closely, and supporting clients as they identify their own goals and strengths - it is useful for working through life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship concerns. CBT helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that works with targeted memory processing to reduce the intensity of traumatic reactions and can be helpful for complex trauma and PTSD-related symptoms.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Joseph works collaboratively with each person and licensed professionals on the care team to determine which methods best match a client’s needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from a licensed therapist without geographic limits within applicable regions.