Ms. Joseph's primary focus is the preservation of families. She believes that many married couples who are having trouble can, with some guidance function more effectively if they could concentrate more on making their marriage work than on considering separation.

Ms. Joseph has worked as a therapist in a variety of settings including hospitals, mental health centers, schools, clinics and shelters.

Ms. Joseph is a frequent lecturer, a radio and television personality and has produced several successful cassettes and video programs. she cultivates meditation for spiritual enrichment and personal growth. She finds also that self-reflection is helpful in a variety of areas for functioning effectively.

Ms. Joseph is well-versed in the multiplicity of culture and ethnicity in and around Brockton as well as in all of Boston and Massachusetts. She is particularly concerned about enhancing the resiliency of communities that are economically marginalized.

Ms. Joseph is a graduate of Boston University School of Social Work where she received a Master's degree. She is continuing graduate studies for a Ph.D.