LMHC
Joel Bergman , LMHC
Therapist in Florida
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About Joel
Throughout his career he has treated adults and adolescents facing substance use disorders alongside co-occurring conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. He has served in multiple clinical leadership roles, including Clinical Manager for Big Bear Behavioral Health across Hillsborough, Sarasota, and Manatee counties, Clinical Director at the ACTS Adolescents Residential program, and Clinical Director of 7 Summit Pathways Treatment Facility for four years.
For the past eighteen years he has collaborated with his wife in their own treatment agency, operating a Transitional Living Program, offering outpatient services including individual therapy, and facilitating family and friend interventions. He and his team have provided trainings for professionals in New York and Florida. Joel’s practice focuses on helping people address addiction, mood and anxiety concerns, relationship and parenting challenges, and a wide range of behavioral health issues with the aim of improving daily functioning and overall quality of life.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Joel commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where a person’s own goals and strengths guide the work, and it can be helpful for improving self-esteem, relationships, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and substance use, and it often includes practical strategies and skill building. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people explore their ambivalence about change and build internal motivation for recovery and healthier choices.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Joel works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine techniques to address co-occurring concerns and evolving challenges.
Online therapy modalities - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit care into busy lives. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult, and enable ongoing therapeutic support while accommodating different communication preferences.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Joel Bergman have?
Joel Bergman has 20 years of experience working in the field of addiction and related behavioral health issues.
Is Joel Bergman a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - with license details FL LMHC MH12063. He is also a Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) and a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) under the Department of Transportation.
In which languages does Joel Bergman provide therapy?
Joel provides therapy in English.
Where is Joel Bergman located?
Joel is located in Florida.
How can I work with Joel Bergman as my therapist?
You can work with Joel Bergman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Joel Bergman work with international clients?
Joel Bergman does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joel Bergman cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Experience
20+ years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English
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