Joseph's career began in the corporate world with Fortune 500 companies, but the loss of a family member to addiction inspired him to pursue a new path in the helping profession. Motivated by a desire to support individuals struggling with addiction, mental health, and life's hidden challenges, he transitioned into counseling and gained experience across the full continuum of care, including detoxification, inpatient, and outpatient treatment for adolescents, young adults, and adults. In 2009, he founded his own private practice and now also serves as co-host of the Life Lived Better podcast while partnering with Foundation 45, a nonprofit dedicated to suicide prevention, addiction recovery, and mental health awareness.

Joseph is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), Certified Anger Resolution Therapist (CART), and Nurturing Parenting Program Facilitator. He specializes in helping individuals and families navigate addiction, recovery, parenting challenges, anger management, and personal growth through individualized, compassionate care. His approach focuses on building healthy relationships, strengthening families, and empowering clients to achieve lasting recovery and meaningful life change.

Paula has dedicated more than 30 years to the fields of addiction treatment, education, and professional development. Throughout her career, she has been committed to training and mentoring helping professionals while advancing the addiction counseling profession. Her leadership has included serving as President of the Dallas Chapter and the Texas state board of the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals (TAAP), as well as serving on the board of NAADAC, the National Association for Addiction Professionals.

Paula is a Principal Lecturer and Coordinator of the Addiction Studies Program at the University of North Texas, where she also supports the Recovery to Practice initiative and serves as Faculty Advisor for Eagle Peer Recovery. She is an inductee of the Texas Counselor Hall of Fame in recognition of her significant contributions to the addiction profession. Outside of her professional work, Paula enjoys traveling, cooking, writing, spending time with her family, and spoiling their dachshund.