Joshua Elledge , LPC

Joshua Elledge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a retired United States Marine who brings respect and practical support to people managing anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma, and severe and persistent mental illness. He frames the decision to pursue therapy as an act of courage and approaches each person with appreciation for that step.

His therapeutic stance is client-centered, collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental, grounded in the belief that each individual is the expert on their own life and capable of meaningful, lasting change despite difficult circumstances. Joshua integrates several evidence-based methods into his work, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), attention to spiritual perspectives when relevant, and internal family systems (IFS), tailoring those approaches to the needs of each person he meets.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, online therapy is often found to be comparable to traditional in-person sessions in terms of outcomes and the support it can provide.

One of the main advantages is flexibility - sessions can be arranged in the format that best fits a person’s routine and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care when schedules are busy or when travel and location make in-person visits difficult.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and people may choose a different therapist if they are seeking a different fit. Online therapy can be a practical way to access skilled support while balancing the demands of daily life.