Josh Strole, LCSW

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Oregon with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. Since entering the mental health field in 2013, I’ve gained extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, working with a diverse range of clients and concerns. I'm deeply committed to social justice, equity, and the belief that every person is inherently worthy of respect, love, and dignity.

Outside of work, I tend to take a quieter approach to life. I enjoy relaxing at home, reading, and spending time on hobbies that support my own self-care. I strive to practice what I encourage in others—maintaining balance, setting boundaries, and preventing burnout.

Therapeutic approach

I believe that meaningful change and growth come from within. My role as a therapist is to support and empower my clients in building the tools they need to create the lives they want. Therapy, to me, is a collaborative process—my goal is to walk alongside my clients at their pace, helping them feel heard, supported, and equipped for long-term success.

I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual’s needs. These include:

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

  • Somatic-based techniques

  • Dual diagnosis and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment

Areas of Focus

I provide individual counseling for adults and adolescents who may be experiencing:

  • Depression and mood disorders (including bipolar disorder)

  • Anxiety and panic disorders

  • PTSD, trauma, and loss

  • Anger issues

  • Substance use and addiction

  • Relationship and communication challenges

  • Parenting and family stress

  • Life transitions and adjustment issues

  • Low self-esteem

  • Grief and bereavement

  • Emotional and behavioral regulation difficulties

Education

Northwest Nazarene University, Masters of Social Work 2018

University of Idaho, BS in Psychology 2013

OR LCSW number: L13628

Pronouns: He/Him