I am licensed in Arkansas and in Illinois with extensive experience working with caregivers of all ages and backgrounds, grief and loss, stress, anxiety, depression, motivation, self esteem, confidence and coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
AR LPC P2409001
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Joanne is wonderful! She is very welcoming, and listens to your concerns. She is very eager to help, offers suggestions of courses that are specific to your needs! 10/10 recommend Joanne to anyone looking for someone to talk to!
Written on Dec 31, 2024 after therapy with Joanne for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Great listener. Helps me to see things from a different perspective
Written on Dec 30, 2024 after therapy with Joanne for 2 months
Joanne is very calm and comforting as a therapist. Goes at your pace and lets you work through whatever is needed at the time.
Written on Dec 27, 2024 after therapy with Joanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
I’ve recently connected with her and she’s provided me with wisdom and security, I have so much more to learn but I honestly feel instilled with care and courage with talking to her. She’s really an Angel.
Written on Dec 24, 2024 after therapy with Joanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with
Ms. Joanne is phenomenal. She actively listens and responds when appropriate. She is a woman of God who will provide you with scripture to guide you in the right direction while you fight whatever your battle may be. She has made a huge difference in my mental health journey.
Written on Dec 05, 2024 after therapy with Joanne for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Joanne has been a bright spot in my day. She is very easy to talk to and listens with very insightful comments. It is wonderful to find a therapist who shares my Christian values.
Written on Nov 23, 2024 after therapy with Joanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues