Joseph Forrest, LMSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ann Arbor, MI
Online only
About me
I am a Licensed Master's Social Worker with 7 years of experience treating adults who are dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, insomnia, and a range of other issues.
I'm excited to see how I can support and work with you to address your symptoms. I am a licensed master's social worker, graduating with my MSW in 2016 from the University of Nebraska Omaha. I take an individual and strengths-based approach to therapy, and specialize in working with adults who deal with trauma, insomnia, depression, substance use disorders, and anxiety. I hope to cultivate an accepting and empowering environment where you can feel supported and challenged to progress.
Each person and situation is unique, and I draw on my experience and training to find the best ways to support you in your mental health goals. I have specialized training to treat insomnia (CBT-i), post traumatic stress disorder (EMDR), and pain management and substance use disorders (Mindfulness Oriented Recovery Enhancement). I also utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing techniques, and solution focused therapy.
I want to get to know you and understand the main issues that are motivating you to seek therapy right now. This means we will spend some time talking about your history, current life situation, and prior experiences in therapy. I also want to be sure you can walk away with something useful from our first session, and leave time towards the end of our time to discuss some immediate interventions for you to try.
Currently I am able to take insurance for individuals in Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield in Massachusetts, and have private pay options for individuals in Nebraska, Michigan, and Massachusetts.
License
License(s)
Education
University of Nebraska Omaha
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$0 - $250Accepted payment methods
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
Specialties and clinical interests
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Betrayal Trauma
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Family Conflict
- Grief & Loss
- LGBTQIA+
- Men's Issues
- Mental Health Professionals
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep Disorders
- Stress/Stress Management
- Substance Use Disorders
- Suicidality
- Trauma & PTSD
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- CBT-i
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness
- Mindfulness Oriented Recovery Enhancement
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Single Parents
- People with Disabilities
- Military Families
- Autism
- 12-Step Programs
- Hispanic or Latino
- Trauma Survivors
- Health at Every Size (HAES)
- Immigrants
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
Languages
- English
Website and social media