Joseph Youngblood, LCMHC
Veteran counselor for addictions and families
- 33 years experience
- Military family focus
- Recovery and addiction expertise
About Joseph Youngblood
Joseph Youngblood is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina and a retired member of the US Navy who brings extensive life and clinical experience to his work. He previously held certification as a licensed clinical addictions specialist in North Carolina and has spent decades working with both military and civilian populations across the United States, Europe, and Asia. With 33 years of clinical practice, he has developed a broad, flexible approach grounded in Gestalt and Individual Psychology while incorporating many other theories of personality and treatment.
He provides mental and behavioral health care for concerns including depression, anger, phobias, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, stress management, relationship and family issues, and substance use. As someone in long-term recovery, he offers counseling for addiction from the perspective of lived experience and professional skill, noting more than 40 years clean and sober. For the past 16 years he has served military families as a Military and Family Life counselor, assisting them with relationship challenges and the stresses of military life during wartime.
Youngblood combines training, personal experience, and a lifetime of working with diverse cultures to support clients facing complex life issues and transitions.
He provides mental and behavioral health care for concerns including depression, anger, phobias, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, stress management, relationship and family issues, and substance use. As someone in long-term recovery, he offers counseling for addiction from the perspective of lived experience and professional skill, noting more than 40 years clean and sober. For the past 16 years he has served military families as a Military and Family Life counselor, assisting them with relationship challenges and the stresses of military life during wartime.
Youngblood combines training, personal experience, and a lifetime of working with diverse cultures to support clients facing complex life issues and transitions.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
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?
You 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 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions by teaching acceptance and committed behavior aligned with personal values.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is effective for conditions such as anxiety, depression, and many everyday coping challenges by teaching practical skills for changing reactions and improving mood.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathetic therapeutic relationship in which the therapist supports the client's own capacity for growth and self-understanding. This approach is helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, grief, and adjusting to life changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Joseph Youngblood works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to explore which methods best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility in scheduling and access. Sessions may be conducted by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to engage in therapy from different locations and at times that fit their routines. These options can make ongoing care more manageable and help maintain continuity during busy or transitional periods.