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Joel Gibson Jr, MEd, LPC, CPCS

Joel Gibson Jr, MEd, LPC, CPCS

Psychotherapist
745 S Milledge Ave, Ste 1A, Athens, GA
Joel Herman Gibson Jr helps patients navigate life's challenges with clarity, resilience, and practical tools for emotional well-being. Serving adults and seniors across Georgia through LifeStance Health, he provides a steady, compassionate presence for individuals seeking support with anxiety, depression, trauma, or major transitions. He offers both individual and couples therapy, helping patients strengthen communication, rebuild confidence, and develop healthier patterns of living. He works with adults of all ages from young adults establishing independence to seniors adjusting to changing roles. His clinical experience includes supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, and he offers additional care across a wide range of mental health concerns. Although no additional specialties were designated, Joel is particularly committed to helping individuals navigate midlife and later-life transitions, manage grief and loss, and address career or workplace challenges. These concerns often shape identity, direction, and emotional stability, and he is passionate about creating a therapeutic space where patients feel empowered to process change and reclaim a sense of purpose. His therapeutic style integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness-based strategies. He also incorporates faith-based or Christian counseling when desired, allowing individuals to connect therapeutic work with their values or spirituality. Joel provides additional support across other areas of concern he treats. Outside of the therapy setting, Joel enjoys fishing, photography, writing, spending time with family and dogs, and exploring the outdoors interests that deepen his ability to connect with patients in an authentic and grounded way. Joel is honored to support individuals throughout Georgia as they work toward emotional balance and meaningful life changes
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Joel Gibson Jr

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Life Transition
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Men's Mental Health Issues
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Joel Gibson Jr

Joel Herman Gibson Jr helps patients navigate life's challenges with clarity, resilience, and practical tools for emotional well-being. Serving adults and seniors across Georgia through LifeStance Health, he provides a steady, compassionate presence for individuals seeking support with anxiety, depression, trauma, or major transitions. He offers both individual and couples therapy, helping patients strengthen communication, rebuild confidence, and develop healthier patterns of living. He works with adults of all ages from young adults establishing independence to seniors adjusting to changing roles. His clinical experience includes supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, and he offers additional care across a wide range of mental health concerns. Although no additional specialties were designated, Joel is particularly committed to helping individuals navigate midlife and later-life transitions, manage grief and loss, and address career or workplace challenges. These concerns often shape identity, direction, and emotional stability, and he is passionate about creating a therapeutic space where patients feel empowered to process change and reclaim a sense of purpose. His therapeutic style integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness-based strategies. He also incorporates faith-based or Christian counseling when desired, allowing individuals to connect therapeutic work with their values or spirituality. Joel provides additional support across other areas of concern he treats. Outside of the therapy setting, Joel enjoys fishing, photography, writing, spending time with family and dogs, and exploring the outdoors interests that deepen his ability to connect with patients in an authentic and grounded way. Joel is honored to support individuals throughout Georgia as they work toward emotional balance and meaningful life changes

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Life Transition
Men's Mental Health Issues
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bereavement / Grief Counseling

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Joel Gibson Jr, MEd, LPC, CPCS also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Georgia
745 S Milledge Ave, Ste 1A, Athens, GA 30605
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Auburn University at Montgomery (MEd)

NPI number

1619345741

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5.00
Wait time
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Bedside manner
5.00
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Joel Gibson Jr frequently sees patients for Addiction / Substance Abuse, Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder, and Depression. You can see other visit reasons for Joel Gibson Jr on their profile.

What languages does Joel Gibson Jr speak?

Joel Gibson Jr speaks English.

How do patients rate Joel Gibson Jr in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Joel Gibson Jr. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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