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Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC

Joel Downs

Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Mesa, AZ 85201
Let's Connect (480) 300-5823
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Have you been struggling with the same problems, thoughts, or feelings for weeks, months, or even years and can't seem to get them under control? Are your intimate, social, and work relationships being affected by the reoccurring problems and thoughts? It's very frustrating when your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are not in line with your values and who you want to be. You know that if you could just learn to let go of the past and focus on the present, then your life and relationships will improve; but you just don't know how. Is there hope?
I'm an anxiety, relationship, and addiction specialist. As we work together you will start finding hope for a better future. More importantly you will start living the type of life that you've envisioned for yourself and your relationships for so long.
I work with clients and couples dealing with reoccurring problems of all kinds such as pornography, sex, eating disorders, self-harming, codependency, poor communication, anxiety, etc. I will be with you every step of the way through therapy as we work together to improve yourself, your relationships, and discover the better days that lie ahead.
Call or Joel Downs now for a free 15 minute consultation - (480) 300-5823

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Mesa, AZ 85201

(480) 300-5823

Gilbert, AZ 85234

I do Telehealth only. I have to put a physical address on here for AZ but don't have one for in office sessions. Evening appts available.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Sexual Addiction 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I offer video/phone appts through a HIPPA compliant and secure platform called Simple Practice. I can meet with anyone in UT, ID, and AZ.
Joel Downs
Let's Connect (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Mesa, AZ 85201

(480) 300-5823

Gilbert, AZ 85234

I do Telehealth only. I have to put a physical address on here for AZ but don't have one for in office sessions. Evening appts available.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Sexual Addiction 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I offer video/phone appts through a HIPPA compliant and secure platform called Simple Practice. I can meet with anyone in UT, ID, and AZ.
Joel Downs

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Elevance
  • Optum
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I can create superbills for clients to submit to their insurance company to be reimbursed through their out of network benefits if I'm not paneled with their insurance. Please reach out with any questions. I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC
"
I can create superbills for clients to submit to their insurance company to be reimbursed through their out of network benefits if I'm not paneled with their insurance. Please reach out with any questions. I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
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Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Arizona / 21679 Joel Downs
  • In Practice for 9 Years
  • License: Idaho Licensing Board of Professional Counselors LCPC - 8539 / 2021
  • License: State of Utah Dept of Professional Licensing 9526101-6004 / 2018
  • Attended Utah State University, Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling, Graduated 2015
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I graduated with a Master's in Rehabilitation from Utah State University in 2015. I am licensed as a CMHC and LPC. I am also EMDR trained.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
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Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC
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I graduated with a Master's in Rehabilitation from Utah State University in 2015. I am licensed as a CMHC and LPC. I am also EMDR trained.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
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Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sexual Addiction

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Pornography Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I mainly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with clients struggling with anxiety as well as reoccurring problems such as unwanted pornography use which affects relationships. Often all that is needed is coaching with my clients or couples dealing with unwanted porn use. I have had very positive feedback and heard repeatedly from clients how much more hope they have even after just 1 session.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC
"
I mainly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with clients struggling with anxiety as well as reoccurring problems such as unwanted pornography use which affects relationships. Often all that is needed is coaching with my clients or couples dealing with unwanted porn use. I have had very positive feedback and heard repeatedly from clients how much more hope they have even after just 1 session.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use ACT therapy in my sessions because of the positive results I've seen with past clients and it feels more natural. Especially with those that struggle with anxiety, addictions, and trauma. It's more of a long-term solution approach rather than a band-aid approach. When clients with trauma seem to be really stuck and act therapy isn't helping as much then I turn to EMDR.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC
"
I often use ACT therapy in my sessions because of the positive results I've seen with past clients and it feels more natural. Especially with those that struggle with anxiety, addictions, and trauma. It's more of a long-term solution approach rather than a band-aid approach. When clients with trauma seem to be really stuck and act therapy isn't helping as much then I turn to EMDR.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC

Location

Primary Location

Mesa, AZ 85201

(480) 300-5823

Additional Location

Gilbert, AZ 85234

(480) 300-5823
"
I do Telehealth only. I have to put a physical address on here for AZ but don't have one for in office sessions. Evening appts available.
Call for a free consultation now - (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC
"
I do Telehealth only. I have to put a physical address on here for AZ but don't have one for in office sessions. Evening appts available.
Call for a free consultation now - (480) 300-5823
Photo of Joel Downs, CMHC, MRC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Joel Downs
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, MRC