FAQs

Joe Altman Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
  • What issues does Joe Altman help with?

    Joe Altman, LPC, provides counseling for individuals facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and coping difficulties. He also offers support for ADHD, anger management, grief, divorce, mood disorders, self-esteem issues, trauma and PTSD, peer relationships, impulse control, and oppositional defiance.
  • What type of therapist is Joe Altman?

    Joe Altman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed to practice in Pennsylvania. He has approximately 24 years of experience in the field and earned a Master of Education degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
  • Does Joe Altman offer online therapy?

    Yes. Joe Altman provides both in-person sessions and online counseling, offering clients the option to choose the format that works best for them.
  • What therapeutic approaches does Joe Altman use?

    Joe Altman utilizes a variety of therapeutic methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, strength-based therapy, trauma-focused therapy, reality therapy, and expressive arts.
  • Does Joe Altman work with anxiety and depression?

    Yes. Anxiety and depression are among his core areas of focus. He works to create a supportive environment where clients can build healthy coping skills, increase self-awareness, and strengthen resilience.
  • Can therapy help with stress and major life changes?

    Yes. Joe works with individuals navigating stress and life transitions. Therapy offers a safe space to process these changes, identify challenges, build coping strategies, and move toward improved emotional health.
  • Does Joe Altman work with teenagers or young people?

    He brings 21 years of experience working as a high school counselor alongside his professional counseling practice. This background gives him substantial experience addressing the concerns and challenges faced by adolescents and young adults.
  • Does Joe Altman accept insurance?

    Yes. He accepts several insurance plans, including Highmark, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Medical Assistance, Optum, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, and UPMC Health. Clients are encouraged to verify their specific coverage and benefits before starting services.
  • How much does a counseling session cost?

    Individual counseling sessions are $200. A sliding-scale fee option may be available for eligible clients.
  • What can I expect from counseling with Joe Altman?

    Joe creates a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and valued. Sessions may focus on building healthy coping skills, exploring personal challenges, strengthening resilience, and pursuing personal growth and enhanced well-being.