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Dr. Joseph Toste

Therapist(He/His/Him)
20 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Eating disorders, Men's issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a passionate doctoral-level psychotherapist who provides a supportive, empowering space for individuals. With over 20 years of experience and licensed in multiple states, my practice focuses on treating trauma, eating disorders, men's mental health, anxiety, and mood disorders. You deserve a clinician who uses a trauma-informed, strength-based view with real-life experience and someone passionate about helping clients live an enriched quality of life. Join me on a journey of self-care. You deserve it!

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I utilize various therapeutic modalities, including Polyvagal Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Positive Psychology, and trauma work. My style is client-centered and strengths-based, providing kindness and warmth. I wholeheartedly believe in treating every client with respect, dignity, and compassion.

I tend to live by the adage, "That which does not kill me makes me stronger." If you want a therapist who is truly empathic, genuine, and straightforward, then I am the clinician for you. I welcome the opportunity to work with you on a journey toward optimal mental health and healing. Having a patient, warm therapist can be a part of your self-care.

My approach to therapy

I utilize various therapeutic modalities, including Polyvagal Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Positive Psychology, and trauma work. My style is client-centered and strengths-based, providing kindness and warmth. I wholeheartedly believe in treating every client with respect, dignity, and compassion.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a warm, safe environment from me, free from judgment, harshness, and criticism. My goal in facilitating our first session is to emphasize that my approach to therapy not only includes my doctoral education, but also real-world recovery from trauma and eating disorders.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    20 years of experience
  • Training
    DSW at Barry University, MSW (Master of Social Work) at Barry University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida, Oklahoma, Virginia), LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) (Ohio), LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Minnesota, West Virginia), LISW-CP (Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice) (South Carolina)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Florida Blue, Florida Blue Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Medical Mutual of Ohio, The Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Eating disorders, Men's issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused CBT, Psychodynamic, Strength-Based, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English