- Years in practice
- 23
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Joshua
Joshua Plantz is a licensed mental health counselor with more than two decades of practice in Florida. He combines practical skills with a down-to-earth style to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, and mood concerns. He speaks plainly and aims to make sessions feel manageable for a busy parent reading on a phone.
He began with a psychology degree from Clemson University and completed graduate training in mental health counseling at Nova Southeastern University.
Background and approach
Joshua has focused much of his work on addiction and recovery for adults, and on common mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and adjustment to life changes. He also has experience with trauma that follows abusive relationships and related post-traumatic stress. Joshua uses approaches that encourage active collaboration.
He draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on each person's goals. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and test new behavior in real life. Sessions tend to be solution-focused and practical.
Joshua works with clients on coping skills, relapse prevention, mood management, and strategies to handle relationship strain and parenting stress. He often blends motivational interviewing when people are trying to change habits like smoking or vaping. People who prefer straightforward, goal-oriented sessions may find his style a good fit.
He describes therapy as a team effort where the therapist and client set clear steps and check progress together.
What Joshua works with
Everything Joshua lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Joshua helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coaching
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Young adult issues
Approaches Joshua lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches for online therapy and practical change
Joshua often uses client-centered therapy to keep sessions focused on each person's priorities. That approach means the therapist listens closely, reflects what matters to the client, and helps shape goals based on the client's values and needs.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another common tool he uses. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions, then tests small behavior changes to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns. It is helpful for mood concerns, anxiety, addiction triggers, and parenting-related stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about problems, preferences, and goals, then try strategies that fit those needs. Sessions can shift over time as progress and challenges emerge, with the client guiding the pace and focus.
Online formats offer flexibility for people juggling work and family. Video calls let the therapist and client read visual cues and do longer conversations. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for quick check-ins. Live chat and text messaging support brief updates, reminders, coaching moments, and ongoing encouragement between longer sessions. These options help make therapy fit into a busy life.
Questions people ask about Joshua
What concerns does he address?
Joshua helps with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, anger, career strain, parenting stress, trauma and abuse, and related issues.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is collaborative and practical. He uses solution-focused work and cognitive behavioral strategies to set goals and test new habits.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of clinical experience working with adults on addiction, mood disorders, trauma, and life adjustments.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL LMHC, practicing in Florida.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
He works through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.
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