Licensed clinical social worker recordTennessee
Joshua Chestnut, LCSW
Tennessee
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Tennessee
- LCSW, licence 4839
- NPI
- 1891991980
- Experience
- 22 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Tennessee
These details come from information Joshua supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Direct practical approach
- Men and young adults
- CBT ACT IFS ideas
About Joshua
Joshua Chestnut is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee with 22 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD, and often works with men and college-age adults who want practical change.
Joshua describes a direct, practical approach. He helps people identify patterns that make life harder and then builds straightforward strategies that work in day-to-day situations. Sessions focus on what is actually happening and what can be done next, rather than abstract theory.
He commonly sees people carrying anxiety, depression, or stress that has grown over time. Joshua uses cognitive behavioral ideas, acceptance-based work, and parts-oriented methods, selecting what fits each person instead of applying a single method to everyone. The emphasis is on usable tools and clearer thinking about difficult situations.
Joshua invites honest skepticism about therapy and recognizes that starting is often the hardest step. He encourages people to name what feels off and to bring that into sessions even if they do not yet have a clear goal. Progress is shaped week to week through practical steps and regular check-ins.
Conversations with Joshua aim to make patterns easier to recognize and manage. He helps clients translate insight into changes that hold up at work, in relationships, and during life transitions. If someone wants a direct, results-focused style, his way of working may fit.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based approaches guide online work
Joshua draws from cognitive behavioral ideas, acceptance-based approaches, and parts-oriented methods. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and panic. Acceptance-based work helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and choose values-based actions despite them. Parts-oriented methods look at the different internal roles or parts someone has, helping to resolve internal conflicts that fuel shame or stuck patterns.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Joshua will work with each person to figure out which combination of techniques fits their goals and life demands. He starts with what is most pressing, tries practical strategies, and adjusts based on what helps in everyday situations.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick session fits better into a workday. It can also let people use approaches that focus on skill practice, problem solving, and weekly check-ins without changing their routine.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help people with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD, plus related issues like panic attacks, guilt and shame, autism/Asperger concerns, men's issues, and young adult challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and practical. Sessions focus on identifying patterns and building real-world strategies that clients can use day to day.
How much experience does he have?
He has 22 years of clinical experience working with adults on anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers