If you are reading this, you have probably gotten to the point where you are entertaining the idea of getting help, and I want to encourage you that no matter what doubts may be filling your head, it’s worth it. That first step of asking for help is often the hardest. It was for me, and looking back, I’m so glad I did. I’m passionate about people’s stories, and I would be honored to be a part of yours as you pursue hope and healing in your own life, and in the lives of those close to you. Whatever problems have led you to this point, I would like to face them with you.

You can expect that I’m going to collaborate with you and tailor my approach to fit your unique needs and goals, honoring where you come from and what you value. My hope is that in our work together, you will find a better sense of who you are, what you want, and feel empowered to pursue your dreams wherever life takes you.  

A little bit about me: I grew up overseas in a missionary family and returned to the States to study psychology at Covenant College. After graduating, I taught international students at the University of Delaware. Experiences there, along with my involvement volunteering in youth ministry, helped clarify my passion for helping people and motivated me to pursue counseling as a career. In 2016, I moved to St. Louis and received a Master of Arts in counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary. In 2024, I relocated to Chattanooga with my family to open a CrossRoads location in Tennessee. I’m a dad to identical twin boys and to a daughter feisty enough to keep up with them. Nothing beats a good cup of coffee, and I’m a nerd and love to geek out on too many topics to list.

I have a soft spot for people going through existential crises or those who are wrestling with a desire for more meaning in their life. I have an appreciation for faith challenges (or burnout) whether working with ministry workers, missionaries, pastors, or their kids. In my caseload, I typically see adults, college students, adolescents and their parents. I have specialized training working with anxiety and personality disorders (Borderline, Narcissism, OCPD, Avoidant, etc.). Therapeutic modalities that I rely heavily on include CBT, Interpersonal Process, TBRI, and Exposure Response Prevention.

If you are considering counseling, you can email me directly at josiahstanton@stl-ccc.org.

Please feel free to reach out with any initial questions you may have.

I look forward to meeting you.

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