Joseph Hansen

LCSW

Montana

Practical, goal-focused therapy with lived experience

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At a glance

Credentials

LCSW

License

LCSW, Montana / BBH-LCSW-LIC-62138

NPI

1902538127

Experience

8 years

Languages

English

Location

Montana

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

1. • Stress and anxiety
   • Career and purpose
   • Motivation and change

   About Joseph

   Joseph Hansen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Montana with eight years of experience in mental health. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career struggles, and major life changes. He also works with clients seeking coaching around motivation and purpose. Joseph writes plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use right away.

   Joseph follows a collaborative, respectful style in sessions. He treats people as the experts on their own lives and builds on existing strengths. Sessions emphasize clear goals, small changes that add up, and learning tools to manage day-to-day stress. Motivational Interviewing is one of the methods he uses to support people who want to make lasting changes.

   His background includes 17.5 years in the United States Air Force, where he served in Security Forces and as a Readiness NCO. That experience shaped his ability to stay calm under pressure and to work with people from many backgrounds. He also serves on the board of a recovery organization focused on substance abuse support.

   Joseph blends approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based work, and client-centered methods to fit each person's needs. He aims to help clients find clarity, rebuild confidence, and manage symptoms like panic or trauma reactions. Conversations are straightforward and focused on what matters most to the client.

   If someone wants to start, Joseph asks them to share their goals so sessions can be tailored. He pays attention to practical barriers and helps people build routines that support steady progress.

2. Therapeutic approaches and online care

   Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change and on strengthening internal motivation. It often suits people who feel stuck or unsure about making a change and want practical, client-led momentum.
   
   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify values and take action toward a meaningful life while learning ways to respond differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete skills to reduce anxiety and manage panic symptoms.
   
   Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and day-to-day life. That choice can shift over time as goals evolve and progress is made.
   
   Session formats are not listed in this profile, so confirm the available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick strategy review is needed. It also supports continuity when life or work requires flexibility, while the therapist and client work together to shape an approach that fits the client’s routine.

4. Areas of expertise

   Primary focus

   Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

   Additional focus areas

   Communication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressWorkplace issues

   Therapeutic approaches

   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

   Experience

   8+ years

   Listed in

   Montana

   Languages

   English

5. Frequently asked questions

   What concerns does this therapist help with?

   He helps people with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career problems, coping with life changes, and coaching. Additional focuses include trauma, relationship infidelity, workplace issues, and first responder or veteran challenges.

   What is Joseph's approach in sessions?

   Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused, with an emphasis on building strengths and small practical steps. He uses motivational techniques alongside therapies like ACT and CBT to support change.

   How much clinical experience does he have?

   Joseph has eight years of professional experience in mental health. He also brings 17.5 years of prior military service to his perspective.

   What credentials and location are listed?

   He holds the credential LCSW, which is listed as MT LCSW, and practices in Montana.

   Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?

   Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

   What session formats are available?

   Confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific session formats. Please check the scheduling flow to see which formats are offered.

   How is cost handled for sessions?

   Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.

   How do I begin working with him?

   Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That process helps match goals and timing before the first session.

6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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