Mrs. Joanne Thomas, LPC, NCC
About Me
I believe in the phrase, "Your Past Does Not Need to Define Your Future". I have several years of experience working with clients that have experienced trauma, anxiety and depression. By psycho-education, clients are informed that EMDR therapy can be utilized to meet other treatment goals as well.
Education & Experience
B.A. Psychology-San Diego State University M.A. Counseling Psychology-The Chicago School of Professional Psychology My experience includes working in a state mental hospital, residential treatment facility and providing community based counseling services.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
National Board for Certified Counselors EMDR International Association Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color Association for Play Therapy DC Metro Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Depression
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Self-Harm
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Children (4-12)
- Couples
- Families
- First Responders
- Group
- Infants/Toddlers (0-3)
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield
Sentara Health, Anthem
