Joy Close
Compassionate therapy for adults
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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
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.