Joy Close

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Seeking out therapy is an important decision, and it is imperative that you feel comfortable so that you can do the work necessary to help improve your life. Everyone goes through challenges and there is nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. My goal is to help you attain a better understanding of yourself, to help you develop new skills, improve your coping, and find resolution for the issues you may be facing. My approach is collaborative, and I work hard to create a supportive, accepting, and safe space where you will feel heard, valued, and empowered. I use a range of therapeutic techniques and offer a highly personalized approach tailored to your individual needs.
With 27+ years of experience, I have provided therapy for adults with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, family conflict, sexuality, adjustment, LGBTQIA+ and relationship concerns.
I am passionate about social justice, my work and making the world a better place for all. I am an anti-racist, anti-sexist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and sex positive clinician. I work with adult clients from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds

Years Experience: 28

Location: North Carolina, United States

Accepting New Clients: No

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: No

NPI Number: 1285730937

Credentials: NC LCSW C003042

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: LCSW (North Carolina) #C003042 exp 2025-11-10

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Grief, Depression, Coping with life changes, Addictions, Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Gay, Older, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: No

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Joy Close

Compassionate therapy for adults

Stress & anxiety
LGBTQ+ affirming
28 years experience

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Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Joy Close is a North Carolina-based therapist with 28 years of professional experience working with adults.

She holds clinical social work licensure in North Carolina (LCSW), license number C003042, and focuses on helping people gain clearer self-understanding, develop practical coping skills, and pursue resolution for the concerns they bring to therapy. Her practice addresses a broad range of issues including stress and anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder, grief and life transitions, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family conflicts, intimacy-related challenges, sleeping disorders, parenting difficulties, anger management, self-esteem, career problems, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Her approach is collaborative and highly personalized – Joy uses a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to each individual and works to create a supportive, accepting, and safe space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered. She is committed to social justice and identifies as anti-racist, anti-sexist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and sex positive. Joy works with adult clients from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

Location: North Carolina, United States

Years Experience: 28

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: No

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Coping with life changes, Depression, Grief, LGBT, Stress, Anxiety

Other areas of experience: Addictions, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Bipolar, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Disability, Family, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Parenting, Post-traumatic stress, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Sexuality, Sleeping, Trauma and abuse, Traumatic brain injury, Veterans, Women’s issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: No

Accepting International Clients: No

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: NC LCSW C003042
NPI Number: 1285730937
License: LCSW (North Carolina) #C003042 exp 2025-11-10

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a real difference. For common concerns – such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes – online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions. A key advantage is flexibility. Clients can connect in the format that works best for them – video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging – which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. All participating therapists are licensed professionals, and if a different fit is preferred, clients may switch therapists at any time.

How much experience does Joy Close have?

Joy Close has 28 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Joy Close a licensed therapist?

Yes, Joy Close is licensed in North Carolina as a clinical social worker (LCSW), license number C003042.

In which languages does Joy Close provide therapy?

Joy Close provides therapy in English.

Where is Joy Close located?

Joy Close is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Joy Close as my therapist?

You can work with Joy Close through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Joy Close cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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