AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.
strength-based
skill focused
values centered
About Joshua
Joshua Siskin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who helps people find practical ways forward when life feels overwhelming. He focuses on clear, solution-oriented steps so clients leave sessions feeling more capable. Joshua speaks English and Hebrew and practices in California. He has 17 years of clinical experience.
He centers work on strengths and practical skills rather than on lengthy exploration of how problems began. Sessions aim to boost what already works for a person and to awaken motivation for change. Joshua draws on mindfulness practices to help people become more aware of unhelpful patterns and to lessen reactivity in stressful moments.
His approach also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and take manageable steps toward what matters. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and closeness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to identify and shift thinking that gets in the way of change.
Joshua often helps people with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, trauma and relationship concerns. He also supports clients facing career shifts, parenting strain, chronic health issues, and identity or intimacy questions. Additional focus areas include ADHD, caregiving stress, body image, and adoption and foster care concerns.
Joshua describes therapy as a collaborative effort. He asks questions, offers simple exercises, and helps people build skills they can use between sessions. To start, people use the sites Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule time with him.
How his approaches inform online therapy
Joshua integrates Mindfulness Therapy by teaching simple awareness exercises that help people notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away. These practices can reduce reactivity and support calmer responses to stress and anxiety. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to clarify what matters to a person and to set small, values-driven goals that build momentum toward change. Attachment-Based Therapy guides exploration of relationship patterns and helps people try new ways of connecting with others.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Joshua treats the first sessions as a chance to learn about needs, goals, and preferences, and then he adjusts techniques so they fit the person. That collaborative process helps clients feel involved in planning the path forward.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as during lunch breaks or between errands. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that avoid travel time. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available and how they best fit your schedule and daily routine.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Joshua commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy challenges, and related concerns such as parenting strain and career change.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a solution-focused style that emphasizes practical steps, skills practice, and building on existing strengths rather than long exploration of causes.
What is his clinical background and experience?
Joshua is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 17 years of experience in mental health practice.
Where is Joshua licensed to practice?
He holds a California LMFT credential and lists California as his practice location.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Hebrew.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any scheduling details during the matching process.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin sessions with Joshua?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Therapists on BetterHelp do not prescribe medication. A doctor can talk with you about medical options. If you are thinking about suicide, call or text 988; in an emergency, call 911.
