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Dr. Joseph Warren, II

Therapist(he/him)
25 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I'm Dr. Warren.

I believe therapy has the power to transform your beliefs, feelings, and relationships when you have the right support. It offers a deeper understanding of yourself, stronger relationships, and greater overall well-being — and often, the strength and resilience that come from working through pain are the most lasting gifts of the process.

I bring compassion, generosity, hope, humor, and a spiritual perspective to our work together. My goal is to create a space where fear has no room to grow and sharing feels natural—because seeking therapy is already an act of courage, and I celebrate that in every session.

My approach is built on honesty, self-discovery, empowerment, and accountability. Together, we'll work to shift your perspective and bring more relief and freedom into your life. With a doctorate in social work and 25 years in the field, I've worked with adults, couples, and families across hospital, federal, and private-practice settings—and I bring that depth of experience to every session.

My approach to therapy

My approach is integrated and strengths-based, meaning our sessions are shaped around you—your history, your goals, and what actually works in your life. There's no one-size-fits-all template here; every session is designed to help you feel understood, valued, and equipped to move forward.

I work with adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, and PTSD; relationship and family conflict; life transitions and grief; and stress, burnout, or sleep difficulties. Spirituality and cultural identity are also welcome parts of our work together when they matter to you.

Whatever brings you to therapy, my goal is the same: to meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is a starting point—a chance to be heard, without judgment. We'll talk about what brought you to therapy, what you hope to get from our work together, and any questions you have. There's no pressure to have it all figured out; we'll take it at your pace.

From there, we'll build self-awareness and clarity around your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, with practical tools tailored to your needs. You'll have a safe space to process past experiences, work through trauma or grief, and build emotional resilience—the foundation for lasting change.

Therapy is a transformative process. Over time, you can expect to feel more empowered, connected to your goals, and equipped to navigate life's challenges with greater self-compassion and purpose.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    25 years of experience
  • Training
    DSW at University of Kentucky
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Virginia), LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (District Of Columbia)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, 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
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Men's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Unified Protocol (UP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    601 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest Ste 900
    Washington, DC 20004
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Nearby areas

  • Washington, DC