Joshua Deisinger

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with specialized training in military and emergency responder psychology, a Master of Science in Psychology, and ongoing doctoral study in organizational leadership at the University of Dayton.

My clinical experience includes working with veterans, first responders, military-connected individuals, teens entering adulthood, and adults facing trauma, stress, grief, relationship strain, and major life transitions.

As a medically retired Army Staff Sergeant and combat veteran, I understand how difficult it can be to seek support when you are accustomed to carrying responsibility and maintaining control.

My approach focuses on building a practical, individualized treatment plan that supports stability, resilience, self-understanding, and movement toward the life you want to live.

My approach to therapy is direct, practical, and collaborative, beginning with a clear understanding of your experiences, current concerns, and goals.

I use a trauma-informed, person-centered approach that draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication and boundaries, process difficult experiences, and build practical skills.

I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, moral injury, identity concerns, relationship strain, and occupational stress, with particular experience supporting veterans, first responders, military-connected individuals, and people in high-responsibility roles.

Therapy should strengthen your sense of control, not make you feel fragile, and the work remains focused on meaningful progress, greater stability, and a more sustainable path forward.

In the first session, my priority is to create a respectful, comfortable environment where we can begin building a strong therapeutic relationship.

We will discuss what brought you to counseling, what you hope to change, and any concerns you have about the process.

I will also learn about your history, current stressors, strengths, and support system so we can develop an initial treatment direction together.

You can expect a collaborative conversation focused on trust, clear goals, and making sure the approach feels appropriate for you.