Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree, cum laude, in Community Health Science and a Master’s Degree in Applied Clinical and Counseling Psychology from William Paterson University. My twenty four years of experience in the counseling field include working with family members within their home settings to help strengthen their bonds as well as develop their individual support systems. I’ve worked with children on the autism spectrum and their families In addition to my clinical training and working with families experiencing grief and bereavement, I have been employed by nonprofit social service organizations and have experience counseling teens in their homes and in group home settings. I’ve assisted clients experiencing ADHD, anxiety, serious depression and suicidal behavior and severe family and interpersonal dysfunction. I have assisted clients and families with the loss of a close friend or family member
My counseling style is chiefly client-centered, remaining open to my client’s specific needs and concerns with an emphasis on utilizing my very patient listening skills. Treating my clients with respect is always my priority. Maintaining a good rapport and helping my clients feel comfortable discussing their most personal feelings are also very important components of my therapeutic approach. I am empathetic and non judge-mental in my approach to problem solving.
Seeking help is not an easy undertaking and my goal is to open the door to improving mental health and healing. I look forward to working with my clients in an effort to assist them toward leading more satisfying and productive lives.
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Joan Holmes is a licensed professional counselor practicing in New Jersey with 25 years of experience in the counseling field. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree, graduating cum laude in Community Health Science, and completed a master’s degree in Applied Clinical and Counseling Psychology at William Paterson University.
Her work has included supporting family members in their homes to strengthen bonds and build individual support systems, and she has experience working with children on the autism spectrum and their families. Joan’s background also includes clinical training and direct work with families facing grief and bereavement, roles with nonprofit social service organizations, and counseling teens in both home and group home settings.
Over the years Joan has assisted individuals and families dealing with ADHD, anxiety, serious depression including suicidal behavior, and severe family and interpersonal dysfunction. She has guided clients and families through the loss of a close friend or family member and supported them during difficult transitions.
Joan’s counseling approach is primarily client-centered and attuned to each person’s specific needs. She emphasizes patient listening, treats clients with respect, and focuses on building rapport so people feel comfortable discussing personal feelings. Her style is empathetic and non-judgmental, and her goal is to help open the door to improved mental health and healing. Joan looks forward to working with clients to support them in leading more satisfying and productive lives.
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