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Shoshanna Joss, LCSW

LCSW for grief, trauma, and transitions
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Mindfulness and CBT
  • Accepting international clients

About Shoshanna Joss

Shoshanna Joss, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), is a New Jersey-based therapist who brings six years of professional experience to her practice. She works from a strengths-based perspective, partnering with individuals, couples, and families to set practical goals and explore the personal stories and beliefs that shape their lives. Her approach emphasizes collaboration - clients and therapist work together to identify changes that feel meaningful and achievable.

Her clinical background includes extensive work with grief, life transitions, caregiver support, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and trauma. She is certified as a trauma-informed therapist and holds a certificate in Alternative and Integrative Medicine, which allows her to incorporate mindfulness practices and meditation into clinical work when helpful. Shoshanna has experience supporting young adults, blended families, and those navigating relationship and parenting challenges, and she draws on a range of methods to meet each person where they are.

Shoshanna aims to create sessions that are both supportive and challenging so clients leave feeling seen and equipped to move forward. She is accepting clients, including international clients, and checks email twice daily to coordinate scheduling and care.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shoshanna Joss have?

Shoshanna Joss has six years of experience in clinical work.

Is Shoshanna Joss a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license information is NJ LCSW 44SC05737400.

In which languages does Shoshanna Joss provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Shoshanna Joss located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Shoshanna Joss as my therapist?

You can work with Shoshanna Joss through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shoshanna Joss work with international clients?

Yes. Shoshanna Joss works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shoshanna Joss 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-informed approaches for online care

Shoshanna uses client-centered therapy to prioritize the client’s perspective and goals, creating a supportive space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and helps clarify what matters most. This approach is useful for relationship concerns, life transitions, and building self-esteem.

She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT can be effective for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress by teaching practical coping strategies and skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shoshanna collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Shoshanna is designed for flexibility and accessibility. Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, accommodate mobility or geographic constraints, and maintain consistent support across life changes.

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