Joseph Stoyas, LCSW
Compassionate, tailored support for life’s toughest moments
- Stress and anxiety support
- Addiction coping strategies
- Grief and loss care
About Joseph Stoyas
Joseph Stoyas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with 3 years of professional experience supporting people through challenging seasons of life. His work commonly centers on stress and anxiety, addiction-related concerns, grief and loss, and concerns related to motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He also has experience working with depression.
Joseph approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating space for clients to feel understood and supported. He focuses on building a thoughtful, individualized path forward by shaping conversations and a treatment plan around each person’s specific goals and needs.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when life already feels heavy. Joseph recognizes the courage it takes to begin and aims to make the process feel approachable, collaborative, and tailored to what matters most to the client.
Joseph approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating space for clients to feel understood and supported. He focuses on building a thoughtful, individualized path forward by shaping conversations and a treatment plan around each person’s specific goals and needs.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when life already feels heavy. Joseph recognizes the courage it takes to begin and aims to make the process feel approachable, collaborative, and tailored to what matters most to the client.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Joseph Stoyas have?
Joseph Stoyas has 3 years of professional experience providing therapy and support.
Is Joseph Stoyas a licensed therapist?
Yes. Joseph Stoyas is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and is licensed in Illinois (IL LCSW 149.030221).
In which languages does Joseph Stoyas provide therapy?
Joseph Stoyas provides therapy in English.
Where is Joseph Stoyas located?
Joseph Stoyas is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Joseph Stoyas as my therapist?
You can work with Joseph Stoyas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and availability.
Does Joseph Stoyas work with international clients?
No. Joseph Stoyas does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joseph Stoyas cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Joseph Stoyas draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns can shape current stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and connection with others. By noticing these patterns, therapy can help clients build healthier ways of relating and coping.Joseph also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s values and goals guide the work. This approach can be especially helpful when someone is navigating grief and loss, depression, or major life transitions and wants therapy to feel steady and respectful.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving day-to-day coping. It can be useful for clients who want concrete tools alongside insight and reflection.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Joseph works collaboratively with clients to understand what they want from therapy and to adjust the focus based on their needs, goals, and preferences over time.
Online therapy with Joseph can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access support in a way that fits different schedules and comfort levels.