One of the better therapist I have encountered. Extremely helpful
Joseph Heeter, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Joseph is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Joseph. View 6 reviews
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
As this has been my first experience with Therapy, Joseph has been easy to talk to and provides good insight into underlying issues.
More about Joseph
- 14 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you have to stay there. I’m Joseph Heeter, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with 13 years of experience helping people move through anxiety, trauma, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, ADHD, depression, and major life transitions.
My approach is warm, practical, and genuinely collaborative. You’ll have a space where you can feel heard without judgment—and where we’ll also look honestly at the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that may be holding you back. Together, we’ll turn insight into meaningful, achievable change.
I draw from cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, attachment-based, narrative, and trauma-informed approaches, tailoring therapy to your needs, values, and goals. Whether you’re facing an immediate challenge or searching for greater clarity and purpose, I’ll help you reconnect with your strengths and move toward a life that feels more authentic, intentional, and fulfilling.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before beginning. You only need to be willing to take the first step—and I’d be honored to take it with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Coping with life changes
LGBT Issues
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Self-esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
- BCBS Federal Employee Program
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Joseph Heeter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609334085.
- LPC · Virginia · 0701008139 · Renews June 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Joseph Heeter
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Clients say:
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One of the better therapist I have encountered. Extremely helpful
As this has been my first experience with Therapy, Joseph has been easy to talk to and provides good insight into underlying issues.
Joseph Hester listens and communicates to me in a way that I can understand and is also always engaging and helpful. Just one session and I knew he was the therapist I wanted.
Only after two sessions of mostly listening to me talk and wondering if this was gonna work, he planned it just an enough seeds in my brain to help me see where some of my issues were coming from and then wrote an incredibly insightful summation of our first two sessions so we’re off to a brilliant start and I look forward to more time with Joseph
Very observant and gets to the point of the issue yet still allows one yo be heard fully and intently
Joseph Heeter offers alternative view points and suggestions I would not have thought about on my own.
Frequently asked questions
Does Joseph Heeter offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Joseph Heeter works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Joseph Heeter speak?
Joseph Heeter speaks English.
How many years of experience does Joseph Heeter have?
Joseph Heeter has 14 years of experience.
Where is Joseph Heeter licensed to practice?
Joseph Heeter is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Joseph Heeter accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Joseph Heeter accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Joseph Heeter accept insurance?
Yes, Joseph Heeter accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, BCBS Federal Employee Program, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Joseph Heeter accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Joseph Heeter does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Joseph Heeter offer?
Joseph Heeter offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Joseph Heeter?
Joseph Heeter can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Joseph Heeter?
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