Joanne Waithaka
Relationship-focused support for life’s transitions
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About
Joanne Waithaka is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Virginia with 28 years of professional experience. She works with adults and families who want stronger relationships, healthier communication, and steadier footing during career and life transitions. Her work is grounded in compassionate, evidence-based care that helps clients explore patterns, clarify goals, and move toward meaningful change.
Joanne’s practice commonly addresses relationship dynamics, family conflict, parenting concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, and coping with major life changes. She also supports clients navigating divorce and separation, blended family adjustments, infidelity, commitment concerns, and long-standing family of origin issues that can shape present-day relationships. With attention to attachment and the impact of guilt and shame, she helps clients make sense of what they have been carrying and identify practical steps forward.
She brings additional experience supporting older adults, multicultural families, and people facing complex transitions such as adoption and foster care, immigration and cultural identity shifts, and midlife or aging-related challenges. Joanne is also attentive to the experiences of veterans and Armed Forces families, as well as the stress that can arise in the workplace. Her approach is tailored to each client’s story and needs, with an emphasis on resilience, clearer communication, and building a life that aligns with what matters most.
Joanne’s practice commonly addresses relationship dynamics, family conflict, parenting concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, and coping with major life changes. She also supports clients navigating divorce and separation, blended family adjustments, infidelity, commitment concerns, and long-standing family of origin issues that can shape present-day relationships. With attention to attachment and the impact of guilt and shame, she helps clients make sense of what they have been carrying and identify practical steps forward.
She brings additional experience supporting older adults, multicultural families, and people facing complex transitions such as adoption and foster care, immigration and cultural identity shifts, and midlife or aging-related challenges. Joanne is also attentive to the experiences of veterans and Armed Forces families, as well as the stress that can arise in the workplace. Her approach is tailored to each client’s story and needs, with an emphasis on resilience, clearer communication, and building a life that aligns with what matters most.
- Location:
- Virginia, 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:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Coping with life changes, Coaching
Other areas of experience: Trauma and abuse, Depression, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Systemic Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MA LMFT LMFT1153, NC LMFT 2409
- NPI Number: 1407949431
- License: LMFT (Virginia), LMFT (Massachusetts), LMFT (North Carolina)
Practical online care with approaches that fit your life
Joanne Waithaka draws from several therapy models to help clients work through relationship stress, family conflict, and major life transitions in a way that feels clear and doable. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on building psychological flexibility - learning to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. It can be helpful when depression, trauma history, or ongoing stress makes it hard to move forward.Narrative Therapy invites clients to separate from the problem and explore the stories that have shaped how they see themselves and their relationships. This can be especially supportive during identity shifts and life changes such as divorce, immigration, adoption-related experiences, or midlife transitions. Solution-Focused Therapy adds a practical, goal-oriented lens by identifying strengths, exceptions to the problem, and small changes that can create momentum in daily life and in communication patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Joanne collaborates with each client to understand priorities, preferences, and goals, then adjusts the process to match what is most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support that fits into real schedules and changing needs.
How much experience does Joanne Waithaka have?
Joanne Waithaka has 28 years of experience providing therapy and support to clients.
Is Joanne Waithaka a licensed therapist?
Yes. Joanne Waithaka is a licensed therapist with the credential LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). License details: MA LMFT LMFT1153, NC LMFT 2409.
In which languages does Joanne Waithaka provide therapy?
Joanne Waithaka provides therapy in English.
Where is Joanne Waithaka located?
Joanne Waithaka is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Joanne Waithaka as my therapist?
You can work with Joanne Waithaka through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Joanne Waithaka work with international clients?
No. Joanne Waithaka does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joanne Waithaka cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 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.