Joel Looney

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I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Texas at Tyler and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Sam Houston State University. My background includes eight years as a prison psychotherapist and over a decade on the pastoral staff of a nondenominational Christian church. I work with adults—particularly men—dealing with anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, procrastination, relationship difficulties, and questions of meaning or direction.

My approach integrates modern psychotherapy with questions of meaning, purpose, and—when relevant—spiritual life.

I often think about growth in four capacities: clarity to understand what is happening, confidence to choose a direction without waiting for certainty, courage to act on what matters, and connection to your emotions, relationships, body, and everyday life.

Depending on your needs, we may work on recognizing patterns, questioning assumptions, clarifying values and priorities, making difficult decisions, communicating more directly, establishing boundaries, or becoming more present to experiences you usually avoid.

The goal is not just symptom relief, but becoming more able to participate in a life that matters to you.

Please note: I provide individual counseling rather than couples counseling.

After nearly a decade counseling incarcerated felons, I’ve heard just about everything—and I don’t judge. Your past doesn’t have to define your future. Clients often describe me as friendly, encouraging, and easy to talk to. You can expect practical, evidence-based strategies as well as thoughtful questions that challenge and expand how you view your problems—and your life.