Joshua Elledge , LPC

Joshua Elledge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a retired United States Marine who brings a steady, empathetic presence to work with people facing anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship challenges, trauma, and severe or persistent mental illness. He approaches therapy with respect for the courage it takes to seek help and centers his practice on collaboration, support, and a nonjudgmental stance.

Joshua sees each person as the expert on their own life and holds a strong belief that meaningful, lasting change is possible regardless of current difficulties. His style is client-centered and collaborative, emphasizing practical skills and values-based work while honoring each person's goals and lived experience. He draws on a range of evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), spiritual perspectives, and internal family systems (IFS).

In sessions Joshua focuses on building useful coping strategies, improving communication, and addressing patterns that interfere with well-being. He works with issues such as stress, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, career concerns, and life transitions, supporting clients as they explore change and move toward the outcomes they value.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Joshua integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his online practice. ACT encourages people to clarify what matters most to them and to take committed action toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it can be especially helpful for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore their own solutions and build self-trust. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to change them, which often helps with anxiety, depression, and habit-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Joshua works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so the plan remains aligned with what the client finds useful.

Online therapy with Joshua offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family, and other obligations and allow therapists and licensed professionals to focus on consistent, meaningful progress together.