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Joe Passafume

Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC

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Available both in-person and online
9851 Highway 178 Olive Branch, MS 38654
I promise to walk alongside and support you as we work together to improve or resolve the concerns that motivated you to seek help. I can provide counseling services from a Christian perspective (MAR-Pastoral Counseling and M.Div.), professional (M.A.-Clinical Mental Health Counseling), or a Christian-integrated perspective in a safe environment. I bring decades of practical experience to the counseling room as a retired law enforcement officer, paramedic, Marine, husband, father, and grandfather.
I specialize in first responder challenges, medical professional stress, spirituality and religion, trauma, and career counseling. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a certified Solution-Focused Diamond Practitioner, Post Traumatic Growth (PTG) Clinician, and may also incorporate other theories and techniques if appropriate.
I invite you to learn more about me by setting up a free, no obligation telephone consultation. It is my desire for you to make a fully informed decision about the professional counselor you choose to engage in your wellness journey and making this first connection is an essential element of building the foundation of alliance through honest dialogue.
Call or Joe Passafume now for a free 15 minute consultation - (662) 253-8324

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

New Directions Counseling Center

9851 Highway 178

Olive Branch, MS 38654 map

(662) 253-8324
My website
I can offer counseling in person at our office in Olive Branch or online anywhere in MS.
I specialize in First Responders, Spirituality and Trauma and PTSD 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (662) 253-8324
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

New Directions Counseling Center

9851 Highway 178

Olive Branch, MS 38654 map

(662) 253-8324
My website
I can offer counseling in person at our office in Olive Branch or online anywhere in MS.
I specialize in First Responders, Spirituality and Trauma and PTSD 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $100
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
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The practice is working diligently to credential me with insurance carriers. Please contact the practice directly for billing related information or a good faith estimate at 662-253-8324.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324
"
The practice is working diligently to credential me with insurance carriers. Please contact the practice directly for billing related information or a good faith estimate at 662-253-8324.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Mississippi / P-1238 Joseph Anthony Passafume
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Liberty University (Lynchburg, Virginia), MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling , Graduated 2024
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Liberty University (Lynchburg, Virginia) Master of Divinity (MDiv) / 2020
  • Degree/Diploma from Liberty University (Lynchburg, Virginia) Mast of Arts in Religion, Pastoral Counseling / 2010
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I have been a professionally trained Pastoral Counselor since 2010. I earned my third graduate counseling degree in May, 2024 (MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling). I am a MS Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (P-LPC) under the supervision of Elizabeth Storey, LPC-Supervisor.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324
"
I have been a professionally trained Pastoral Counselor since 2010. I earned my third graduate counseling degree in May, 2024 (MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling). I am a MS Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (P-LPC) under the supervision of Elizabeth Storey, LPC-Supervisor.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • First Responders
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Veterans
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Most people have had negative experiences and developed unhealthy thoughts or behaviors. It is imperative that you counsel with a trusted professional who can show you how our negative experiences and undesirable thoughts, feelings, and emotions can become positive learning opportunities. One can move towards wellness by identifying underlying strengths, improving self esteem, and confidence.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324
"
Most people have had negative experiences and developed unhealthy thoughts or behaviors. It is imperative that you counsel with a trusted professional who can show you how our negative experiences and undesirable thoughts, feelings, and emotions can become positive learning opportunities. One can move towards wellness by identifying underlying strengths, improving self esteem, and confidence.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Integrative
  • Post Traumatic Growth
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I can humbly offer clinical mental or Christian-integrated counseling, The decision to integrate Scripture into counseling rests solely with the client. Regardless of the approach, all clients can expect to be treated with dignity and compassion, to be well informed, and work collaboratively to set/reach reasonable goals. I am certified to use solution focused and post traumatic growth approaches.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324
"
I can humbly offer clinical mental or Christian-integrated counseling, The decision to integrate Scripture into counseling rests solely with the client. Regardless of the approach, all clients can expect to be treated with dignity and compassion, to be well informed, and work collaboratively to set/reach reasonable goals. I am certified to use solution focused and post traumatic growth approaches.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (662) 253-8324

Location

Primary Location

New Directions Counseling Center

9851 Highway 178

Olive Branch, MS 38654

(662) 253-8324
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I can offer counseling in person at our office in Olive Branch or online anywhere in MS.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call for a free consultation now - (662) 253-8324
"
I can offer counseling in person at our office in Olive Branch or online anywhere in MS.
Photo of Joe Passafume, Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Joe Passafume
Counselor, MAR-PC, MDiv, MA, NCC, PLPC
Call for a free consultation now - (662) 253-8324