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Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW

Joseph Hunter

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW (he, him)

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Wynantskill, NY 12198
Let's Connect (518) 714-0573
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My clients come to me with real-world problems and a genuine desire to heal and recover from their related emotional and psychological injuries. They may suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression, loneliness, and/or substance use, and often they do not have a mental health diagnosis. Sometimes these symptoms can lead to feelings and perceptions of not belonging, burdensomeness, not being valued or loved, guilt and/or shame, or being trapped by life circumstances. These feelings can erode life meaning, often leading to thoughts of suicide or premature death. My clients gain validation, support and direction to heal and recover.
Myriad circumstances and stressors impact an individual's quality of life, happiness, sense of purpose and overall wellbeing. The conditions and disorders that often lie below the surface include truama, anxiety, depression, loneliness, suicidal inclinations and substance use; I am uniquely educated and skilled to help with these and many other conditions.
First and foremost, I want to understand you, your situation and related problems, and how they are affecting your psychological wellbeing. While gathering this information, I will be respectful, nonjudgment, and supportive, with the aim of building hope and renewed direction, as you identifiy and achieve a meaningful path to mental health and recovery.
Call Joseph Hunter now for a free 15 minute consultation - (518) 714-0573

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Wynantskill, NY 12198

(518) 714-0573
I will do my best to accommodate the needs of my clients who may attend therapy in the comfort of their own home or other private location.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (518) 714-0573
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Wynantskill, NY 12198

(518) 714-0573
I will do my best to accommodate the needs of my clients who may attend therapy in the comfort of their own home or other private location.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mass
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Highmark BlueShield of NE NY
  • Horizon BC and BS of NJ
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • United Healthcare Medicare Adv
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Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (518) 714-0573
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (518) 714-0573

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 075727 Joseph Hunter
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 32 years
  • Attended State University of New York at Albany , PhD, Graduated 2010
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from State University of New York at Albany MSW / 1993
  • Degree/Diploma from Le Moyne College BS in Psychology / 1989
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Several decades of experience in a variety of clinical and administrative roles (including those at the state and federal level) have made me an expert in depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. As such, I'm uniquely qualified to assist clients with mental health or substance use concerns.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573
"
Several decades of experience in a variety of clinical and administrative roles (including those at the state and federal level) have made me an expert in depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. As such, I'm uniquely qualified to assist clients with mental health or substance use concerns.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Men's Issues
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Veterans
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You will quickly gain confidence and hope as the difficulties you face are efficiently identified, priortized for treatment interventions, and systematically resolved or alleviated. You will experience therapy as a collaboration that draws upon your unique strengths and goals to guide the identification and resolution of your most distressing concerns.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573
"
You will quickly gain confidence and hope as the difficulties you face are efficiently identified, priortized for treatment interventions, and systematically resolved or alleviated. You will experience therapy as a collaboration that draws upon your unique strengths and goals to guide the identification and resolution of your most distressing concerns.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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Initially, we focus on recent events and stressors and how my client is coping with these, which leads to a holistic assessment. As assessment transitions to treatment, my clients develop treatment goals that build on strengths, including coping skills, that ultimately instill confidence, hope and direction. Next, evidence-informed therapies, tailored to client needs and preferences, are employed.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573
"
Initially, we focus on recent events and stressors and how my client is coping with these, which leads to a holistic assessment. As assessment transitions to treatment, my clients develop treatment goals that build on strengths, including coping skills, that ultimately instill confidence, hope and direction. Next, evidence-informed therapies, tailored to client needs and preferences, are employed.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573

Location

Primary Location

Wynantskill, NY 12198

(518) 714-0573
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I will do my best to accommodate the needs of my clients who may attend therapy in the comfort of their own home or other private location.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573
"
I will do my best to accommodate the needs of my clients who may attend therapy in the comfort of their own home or other private location.
Photo of Joseph Hunter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Joseph Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 714-0573