Joe McCracken, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

“Joe is very positive, honest, and easy to talk to. The exercises he has given me have helped me learn about myself cognitively and therefore take more control of my thoughts and actions in my relationships.”

Less than 6 months ago

“Joe is the best! He incorporated some of my strengths that I showed today into a new way to address some of my anxieties. Using my superpowers for good!”

Less than 1 year ago

About Joe McCracken

Focus areas

Anxiety

Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family / Marital

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Gestalt

Dialectical (DBT)

Gottman Method

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Joe McCracken

I believe that the crucial part of therapy is comfort and trust with your therapist. I'm here to work with your needs and goals. If I'm not your best fit, I can lead you to those who may be. For over 20 years, I have helped people tackle emotional, psychological, and relational difficulties, specializing in Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Anger Management, and Couples Therapy. My mission is to guide you toward personal growth and emotional resilience in a safe, unbiased setting. My specialty areas cover a wide range of mental health concerns, focusing on helping individuals and couples develop effective coping mechanisms and communication skills. These include Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Couples Therapy, Grief Counseling, ADHD, and Family Dynamics. I hold a Master’s in Counseling Education from Stephen F. Austin State University. My therapy approach is eclectic—I use various evidence-based techniques tailored to the distinct needs of each client. These might include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I passionately believe in the power of change and growth. Life’s challenges can be overwhelming, but with the right support, everyone can thrive. I offer exercises to maintain progress, encouraging clients to apply what they’ve learned in therapy to their everyday lives for lasting change.

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After scheduling your appointment through Zocdoc, you will receive a follow-up email from Tava with instructions to complete the necessary registration in our patient portal, including insurance and payment details. Placing a credit card on file is required to process insurance billing and any applicable deductible-related charges. Please complete your registration within 24 hours to ensure a smooth check-in and avoid delays in accessing care. If registration is not completed in time, we may not be able to verify your insurance coverage, which could result in unexpected out-of-pocket costs for your visit. Per our office policies, a fee may be charged for missed appointments or late cancellations.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Panic Attack

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Tava Health

Education and training

stephen f. austin state university, Master's in Counseling Education

NPI number

1366528622

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

5.00

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Joe is the man! I enjoyed learning about the nine dots puzzle and becoming vulnerable to come out of my own box.