My style and beliefs are to create a safe environment within which individuals, couples, and families can explore their issues and challenges.
I do this using brief solution focused therapy embedded in a narrative view. This means that I assist people in seeing their lives in more healthy
ways as they overcome the challenges in their lives. This occurs in an atmosphere of empowerment and growth.
My preferred methods of doing therapy is to go on a journey with my clients to learn about their problematic "stuck points" and to assist them in
moving forward.
On this journey, empowerment and growth are two key factors that we strive to achieve.
I have studied psychology, sex therapy, and marriage and family therapy for many years, collecting a Doctorate and 3 Masters Degrees along
the way. In addition, I did many years of post graduate work.
My most substantive learning though comes from my many years of working with clients.
An experienced therapist makes all the difference.
My website:
http://www.nymft.com
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Imago Relationship Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
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These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Joan Atwood. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is the best marriage therapist I have ever had and only wish I would have known about her earlier. She doesn’t only just listen, she provides real skills that you can use to navigate and have a better marriage. Most importantly so you can understand yourself better because that is where it all begins. Thank you so much!
Written on Jun 06, 2021 after therapy with Joan for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues
After 8 months of counseling with Dr. Joan Atwood, I can without a doubt, see results. In my relationships with family, my partner and my work. Dr. Joan Atwood listens and is present. Giving recommendations, advice, sensibility and humor. If you are someone looking to help resolve anxiety, accomplish goals, and learn to communicate efficiently take up a session.
Written on Mar 02, 2021 after therapy with Joan for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
Dr. Atwood combines very helpful, practical advice with a calm and reassuring demeanor. She really helped me develop habits to manage my anxiety when it spikes in the moment, and also worked through more long term issues with me. I’d highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 15, 2021 after therapy with Joan for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Dr Atwood has made a major positive impact on my life
Written on Feb 11, 2021 after therapy with Joan for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Dr Atwood is very flexible and supportive. She listens to you with our judgement and is always a checking in on you all the time
To see how you are.
Written on Sep 08, 2020 after therapy with Joan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes