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- Anxiety and depression
- Practical strategies
- ADHD and stress
About Joshua
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Tennessee with 22 years of experience. Joshua Chestnut works mainly with men and college-age adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship strain, or big life changes. He uses direct, practical methods to identify patterns and build strategies that work in everyday life.
Joshua prefers straightforward work. He helps people figure out what keeps their problems going and then practices concrete skills to change those patterns. Sessions focus on usable strategies rather than lengthy theory. Joshua writes that he draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and internal family systems, and picks what fits each person.
Many clients come when stress or anxiety has been increasing for a long time. Joshua notices common themes such as worry, panic attacks, difficulty concentrating, and guilt or shame. He also lists ADHD, autism and Asperger Syndrome, men’s issues, and young adult concerns as areas he attends to in sessions.
Joshua emphasizes collaboration. He treats the person in the room as the expert on their life and works to make sense of patterns together. The work aims to produce strategies that hold up at work, in relationships, and during everyday stressors.
If someone is unsure whether therapy will help, Joshua recommends acknowledging that doubt and taking a small step toward talking. His described approach is practical, direct, and focused on producing change that fits real life.
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How evidence-based approaches guide online sessions
Joshua notes he draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and internal family systems. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns and practicing skills to change them, which helps with anxiety, depression, and panic. Acceptance and commitment therapy emphasizes clarifying values and taking committed action even when uncomfortable emotions appear, useful for stress and life changes. Internal family systems looks at different parts of a person's internal experience and helps them relate to those parts more constructively, which can help with shame and self-criticism.Choosing the best approach is collaborative. Joshua aims to learn about a client's goals, patterns, and preferences and then select techniques that fit. He describes the work as practical and direct, and expects to adjust methods as the client provides feedback about what is useful.
The biography does not list which session formats are currently offered, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people try approaches and skills in the context of their everyday routines while keeping the focus on strategies that work in real life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas listed include ADHD, autism and Asperger Syndrome, guilt and shame, men's issues, panic disorder, and young adult issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and practical. He focuses on identifying patterns and building strategies that apply to everyday situations.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of experience in clinical work.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Tennessee and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How does payment and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To get started, complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the See online therapy options button.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.