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Arlene Joseph

Therapist(she/her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I'm Arlene, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in the state of NJ and NC. Being in the field of mental health for a decade, I am dedicated to helping individuals untangle their thoughts, strengthen their emotional resilience, and create meaningful change. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, or just feeling stuck, I’m here to offer a grounded space where healing and growth can happen, without judgment, and at your pace.

My approach to therapy

One of my greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to create a safe, empowering, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and understood. I’m deeply empathetic, curious, and collaborative, which helps me meet clients where they are while gently guiding them toward growth. Having worked with a wide range of individuals experiencing various life challenges throughout the years, I also bring strong clinical insight, biblical framework, and the ability to tailor my approach to each person’s unique needs and pace, while we identify the root causes of your challenges and develop strategies to address them.

What you can expect from me

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions. You can expect a warm welcome, active listening in a relaxed environment, and judgment-free conversation where we’ll get to know each other. Then we will dive into the specific challenges you're facing. I’ll ask about what’s bringing you in, your goals, and your personal history. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. It’s also a chance for you to ask questions and see if we’re a good fit. Together, we’ll engage in collaborative goal-setting to start shaping a plan that feels right for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Solution Oriented, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Rutgers University College, New Brunswick
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Positive Psychology, Attachment Based, Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD), Humanistic, Play, Motivational Interviewing, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Structural Family, Narrative Therapy, Multi-Systemic (MST), Experiential, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Brief Dynamic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English