"You can't go back and change the beginning but you can change the ending"
The demands of life, as well as ever growing expectations, can cause us to feel disconnected from ourselves, our dreams and the people around us. And as we move through life we can experience challenges that may prompt change, but we may not feel prepared for these challenges. This can cause us to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate our future, but these challenges can also be opportunities for growth that can be discovered with the help of a therapist.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked with adults, youth, families and couples (including foster and adoptive families) for over 25 years. I also have extensive experience working with people who have experienced trauma as well as addiction & recovery.
As a holistic social worker & therapist, my heart has been working with people and finding the best way to help them manage through some of the difficult times in their lives. I find it a privilege to help people and guide them in identifying their strengths and areas they want to grow.
I am a client driven therapist who is interested in learning what is the best way to work with you to meet your personal goals. I want you to guide our work together and I will also make suggestions and give you tools to make the changes you are wanting to make in your life. I want our time together to be effective and helpful for you, and want us to build a strong therapeutic relationship that will help you achieve the goals you have for coming therapy.
Joni Brands
LCSW