- Client-centered methods
- ACT and CBT
- Attachment awareness
About Joan
Joan Holmes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with 25 years of experience working with stress, anxiety, family concerns, grief, depression, and relationship issues. She also addresses parenting, self-esteem, anger, career changes, and compassion fatigue. Joan speaks English and has a long history helping people affected by adoption and foster care, attachment concerns, and aging or caregiver stress.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Community Health Science and a Master’s Degree in Applied Clinical and Counseling Psychology from William Paterson University. Much of her work has been in community and nonprofit settings. She has experience working in clients’ homes and in group home environments, including work with children on the autism spectrum and their families.
Joan’s approach centers on client-centered methods and practical therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She listens carefully, focuses on respect, and helps people talk through difficult feelings. She aims to build rapport so clients can discuss personal matters more comfortably.
In sessions she addresses complex interpersonal problems, grief and bereavement, and challenges like ADHD or severe depression when they arise alongside family and relationship strain. Her work has included helping people navigate divorce, communication problems, commitment issues, and blended family dynamics.
People who want to explore how their family of origin affects current patterns will find her familiar with attachment issues and related concerns. To begin, prospective clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule an initial session to identify goals and practical steps forward.
How Joan integrates therapy approaches in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on values and actions that matter. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and conflicts that come from old family patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and problem-solving in relationships.Choosing an approach is collaborative. Joan will discuss options and try methods that match the client’s goals and preferences. She adapts techniques over time based on what is helping and what needs more attention.
Because the original biography does not specify session formats, confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find it helpful to use remote sessions to maintain continuity of care when schedules change; Joan will work with each person to pick session arrangements that fit their life and therapeutic aims.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns as listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is chiefly client-centered with careful listening and respect. She also uses practical therapies such as ACT, CBT, and DBT as appropriate.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience in counseling, including work in nonprofit and community settings and in-home visits.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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