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R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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R. Joseph Mella

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Jacksonville, FL 32216
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My approach is client centered and humanistic and strength based. I am very interactive but I seek first to understand things and customize any potential solutions based on your abilities. I have also worked extensively with couples. Although I work with children, I have found that men are underserved with their emotional needs and get very little support. This helps as I navigate situations in family and couples treatment.
I have over 23 years in Community Mental Health where I spent my career working in schools, homes, and most recently running a mobile crisis team for 18 years. I am able to get results very quickly and have applied this ability over the last 4 years in an outpatient office.
I am available after 5:00 PM M-F and on Saturdays.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lighthouse Compass Behavioral Health Solutions INC

Jacksonville, FL 32216

(904) 937-0594
My website
You can schedule me on the website section link that mentions Headway.
I specialize in Family Conflict, Mood Disorders and Men's Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Thanks for viewing my profile. If you are interested in scheduling services click on website link for Headway.
R. Joseph Mella
Let's Connect (904) 937-0594
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lighthouse Compass Behavioral Health Solutions INC

Jacksonville, FL 32216

(904) 937-0594
My website
You can schedule me on the website section link that mentions Headway.
I specialize in Family Conflict, Mood Disorders and Men's Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Thanks for viewing my profile. If you are interested in scheduling services click on website link for Headway.
R. Joseph Mella

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ascension SmartHealth
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Devoted Health Medicare Ad
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Providence
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I work with most insurances although still in the process of getting on some insurance panels. For private pay my rate is $150.00 an hour but co tact me if you are in need of a sliding scale.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594
"
I work with most insurances although still in the process of getting on some insurance panels. For private pay my rate is $150.00 an hour but co tact me if you are in need of a sliding scale.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / SW5793 R. Joseph Mella

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 29 years
  • Attended Florida State University, MSW, Graduated 1997

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Florida Psychology / 1993
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I have over 30 years of experience in behavioral health. I worked with children in underserved communities in Jacksonville. I also led the Mobile Response Team for 18 years where I did crisis work. I have spent the last 4 years in an outpatient setting where I worked with adults and couples.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594
"
I have over 30 years of experience in behavioral health. I worked with children in underserved communities in Jacksonville. I also led the Mobile Response Team for 18 years where I did crisis work. I have spent the last 4 years in an outpatient setting where I worked with adults and couples.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Family Conflict
  • Mood Disorders
  • Men's Issues

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Neurodivergence
  • Thinking Disorders
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I work with clients with a wide variety of concerns such as anxiety and depression, and poor self esteem. I have a lot of flexibility and range because I have a lot of experience in Crisis where I have done suicide prevention, crisis, family work. I spent the last few years in my practice couples counseling. I use a principle centered approach and concepts from Gottman.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594
"
I work with clients with a wide variety of concerns such as anxiety and depression, and poor self esteem. I have a lot of flexibility and range because I have a lot of experience in Crisis where I have done suicide prevention, crisis, family work. I spent the last few years in my practice couples counseling. I use a principle centered approach and concepts from Gottman.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594

Client Focus

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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As I mentioned, I am client centered, so I will take time to understand a client, couple, or family's situation. I always seek first to understand and then be understood. I utilize strength based techniques and CBT so that I can then focus on practical solutions. I also utilize tried and proven ways to improving life based on a principle based approach that has stood the test of time.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594
"
As I mentioned, I am client centered, so I will take time to understand a client, couple, or family's situation. I always seek first to understand and then be understood. I utilize strength based techniques and CBT so that I can then focus on practical solutions. I also utilize tried and proven ways to improving life based on a principle based approach that has stood the test of time.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (904) 937-0594

Location

Primary Location

Lighthouse Compass Behavioral Health Solutions INC

Jacksonville, FL 32216

(904) 937-0594

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You can schedule me on the website section link that mentions Headway.
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R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (904) 937-0594
"
You can schedule me on the website section link that mentions Headway.
Photo of R. Joseph Mella, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
R. Joseph Mella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (904) 937-0594