What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Joseph has played a key role in helping me manage my mental health. As a combat veteran, I’ve struggled to find someone who truly understands what I’ve been through, but Joseph approaches every session with empathy and genuine care. He doesn’t rely on a checklist; he talks to you like a real person. Whether it’s everyday stress or more profound trauma, he knows how to be present and supportive in a way that makes all the difference.”
Less than 1 year ago
“A phenomenal therapist. You can tell he cares about his clients and does not shy away from listening to people's day-to-day issues. He listened when I had horrible days ranging from work issues to more personal trauma and all of that with the same level of care, concern, and overall authentic open-mindedness feedback.”
Less than 1 year ago
About Joseph Hoffman
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Hypnotherapy
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Motivational Interviewing
EMDR
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Joseph Hoffman
Hello,
I was born and raised in Stockton, California. I enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps at the age of 17 and, in 1997, after 25 years of service, I retired as a Master Sergeant. After retiring, I worked as a farrier (horseshoer) and as a structural welder (ironworker), as those were the most marketable skills I had. I reached a point where old injuries came back to haunt me, and I could no longer walk. Several years later, thanks to surgery through the VA, I can walk again-something I am very thankful for.
At that point, I changed professions. Out of a desire to work with veterans, I returned to school, earning my bachelor's degree and then a Master's in Social Work from California State University, Chico, accomplishing all that was necessary to become a licensed counselor. I spent another career working for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically as a counselor in the Readjustment Counseling Service (Vet Center). I recently retired from the Vet Center and now work part-time here with Grow Therapy.
As a retired Marine senior staff Non-Commissioned Officer (SNCO) and disabled combat veteran myself, the Vet Center was the perfect job. Vet Centers provide readjustment counseling to combat veterans and counseling to survivors of military sexual trauma (MST). They also offer group counseling, bereavement counseling, and couples counseling when determined to be supportive to the veteran.
Readjustment counseling often involves treating symptoms related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), such as anxiety, depression, exaggerated startle response, hypervigilance, and sleep disturbances. Many veterans go on to work as first responders, and working with many first responders as well as medical personnel has provided me with a great deal of additional experience.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I use a collaborative approach, working with a person to identify/isolate concerns and to develop a blue-print (treatment plan) consisting of realistic goals and objectives that will ideally lead to practical modifications in moods, thoughts and then, behavior. I believe that in most cases, clients know themselves and they know where they would like to be. Clients generally have their own solutions within themselves, although many times another person (with a bit of training) can help one realize and then employ these solutions. This is my job: to work with a client, utilizing skills that I can bring to the table, to help one achieve their goals.
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Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California State University, Chico, Master's in Social Work
- California State University, Chico (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1922486497
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Plus he is a career retired veteran with plenty of experience with other veterans issues, a valuable asset.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I would suggest him to anyone experiencing PTSD and/or childhood trauma.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Joseph has played a key role in helping me manage my mental health. As a combat veteran, I’ve struggled to find someone who truly understands what I’ve been through, but Joseph approaches every session with empathy and genuine care. He doesn’t rely on a checklist; he talks to you like a real person. Whether it’s everyday stress or more profound trauma, he knows how to be present and supportive in a way that makes all the difference.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
A phenomenal therapist. You can tell he cares about his clients and does not shy away from listening to people's day-to-day issues. He listened when I had horrible days ranging from work issues to more personal trauma and all of that with the same level of care, concern, and overall authentic open-mindedness feedback.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
This is my first appointment, and it has gone as well as I had hoped. In fact, it has gone so well that I will book another meeting. I feel like I am actually I'm actually heard with good feedback for solutions.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
A phenomenal therapist. You can tell he cares about his clients and does not shy away from listening to people's day-to-day issues. He listened when I had horrible days ranging from work issues to more personal trauma and all of that with the same level of care, concern, and overall authentic open-mindedness feedback.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Just what I needed as a Veteran. A blunt Marine. We talk about issue and go over ideas on how to fix them or minimize their impacts. Helped keep me sane though the VA claims process. Lots of great info and process knowledge for Disabled Veterans.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Joe Hoffman is a great therapist who works empathetically with patients and offers a safe, non judgemental environment, and provides humor and very good insight into difficult issues
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What practice does Joseph Hoffman work with?
Joseph Hoffman works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Joseph Hoffman?
Joseph Hoffman frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Joseph Hoffman on their profile.
What languages does Joseph Hoffman speak?
Joseph Hoffman speaks English.