Joshua Dea, MA

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or difficult to navigate, especially when you are trying to understand yourself, manage big emotions, or figure out where you fit in the world. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, navigating relationships, experiencing life transitions, or simply trying to make sense of your thoughts and feelings, therapy can provide a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported. You do not have to have everything figured out to begin.

Joshua enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults ages 8–24, supporting them through the unique challenges that can arise during these important developmental stages.

Some of his primary areas of focus include:

Anxiety and Stress Management: Learning to navigate worries, manage overwhelming thoughts, and develop healthy coping strategies.

Emotional Regulation: Understanding emotions, managing frustration, and developing healthier ways to express feelings.

Self-Esteem and Identity Development: Building confidence, exploring identity, and developing a stronger sense of self.

Depression and Mood Challenges: Navigating difficult emotions, feelings of sadness, low motivation, and changes in mood.

Life Transitions and Relationship Challenges: Working through academic pressures, family dynamics, friendships, social challenges, and the transition into adulthood.

Joshua's counseling style is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and genuine. He believes therapy should feel like a space where you can show up as your authentic self without fear of judgment. Joshua strives to meet each client where they are, recognizing that everyone has different experiences, strengths, and needs. He also believes therapy does not always have to feel serious or intimidating; there is room for creativity, humor, playfulness, and meaningful conversations along the way.

Joshua's goal is to help clients better understand themselves, recognize their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and feel more confident navigating life's challenges. He draws from evidence-based and developmentally appropriate approaches, including person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and play-based interventions when appropriate. Joshua believes in creating an individualized therapeutic experience that reflects each client's unique needs and goals.

Joshua holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is currently a Resident in Counseling. He is also pursuing my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, which allows him to continue growing as both a clinician and an educator. Joshua is particularly passionate about supporting children and young adults as they navigate emotional, social, and developmental challenges. Outside of counseling, Joshua enjoys playing basketball and pickleball, staying active, and spending time doing things that allow me to recharge.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but you do not have to navigate life's challenges alone. Joshua would love the opportunity to get to know you, hear your story, and work together toward the goals that matter most to you. He looks forward to meeting you!