Joseph Melendez, LICSW, WA | Psychotherapist

About Joseph Melendez

Focus areas

Adoption Counseling

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Alzheimer's Disease

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Work-Related Counseling

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Joseph Melendez

Hi there, I'm Joseph! I am a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. I have extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. My focus With a client-centered approach, Joseph specializes in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, professionals, and those living with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and autism. My approach I believe therapy should be accessible, practical, and affirming. Whether you're navigating a major life transition, burnout, or emotional distress, I am here to help you build clarity and resilience. My communication style My communication style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I strive to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, respected, and safe enough to explore difficult emotions while also being challenged to move toward meaningful change. I balance empathy with honesty, providing clear feedback and practical interventions.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Washington

Education and training

New York University, Master's in Social Work
New York University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1699272690

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Joseph Melendez work with?

Joseph Melendez works with Rula Health - Washington.

What are common reasons for patients to see Joseph Melendez?

Joseph Melendez frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Joseph Melendez on their profile.