Hi, my name is Joan Becket, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California, who has been licensed for 26 years. I completed my bachelor’s degree in 1982 at Minnesota State University, Mankato, majoring in Minority & Ethnic Studies and Sociology, minoring in African-American Studies, which stemmed from having a heart for the inner city. I have been working in South Central Los Angeles and Compton for the past 30 years in a professional capacity. I have volunteered helping the homeless through my church and have also been involved in an outreach to Commercially Sexually Exploited Children.
After obtaining my B.S. degree, I worked at a group home for troubled children. After encountering one of the children’s therapists, I decided I wanted to become one also. I attended California State University, Los Angeles and obtained a master’s degree in Marriage, Family, Child Counseling in 1992. I have been licensed since 1997. I have worked for a government agency for over 31 years, overseeing complex cases for abused and neglected children, tending to their clinical needs. I also provide clinical supervision to co-workers aspiring to get their license as a therapist (LCSW or LMFT).
I would describe my therapy style as informal and relaxed. I have been told that I am honest and direct, as well as compassionate and caring. I am a faith-based therapist and believe God can help us live an abundant life if we let Him. I believe one way this may be achieved is by examining generational familial patterns and by doing so, a person can gain insight as to how this may affect their mindset, current behavior, relationship patterns, and overall functioning.
Each person’s life requires a clinical lens to examine their unique experience and how it has shaped them. (JB)
Clinical approaches:
My approach stems from a biblical perspective, but I utilize various theoretical orientations, such as psychodynamic, family systems therapy, structural therapy, CBT, and client centered therapy. I also interject humor, which I feel is necessary in life. We will work together to find the best approach and interventions for you.
-Official Certified CBT Practitioner (cognitive behavioral therapy)
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Personality Disorders, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
CA LMFT 34060
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Joan is incredibly supportive and insightful. Her approach to therapy is so relaxed yet purposeful and I really appreciate how she has made me feel so comfortable even as we navigate difficult subjects.
Written on Apr 23, 2024 after therapy with Joan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
I have been in therapy with Joan for 3 weeks and I really like her she gives me a lot of feedback and recommendation’s on book /articles. She’s very sweet & has a sense of humor
Written on Oct 27, 2023 after therapy with Joan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Joan is amazing!
Written on Jul 16, 2023 after therapy with Joan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
As a male atheist guy going through divorce I wanted someone who would challenge my core assumptions and have a distinct point of view from mine. Joan has risen to the challenge and I look forward to our conversations every week.
Written on Apr 13, 2022 after therapy with Joan for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Joan does a great job of listening and giving me different options to help with the issues I am dealing with. Very caring and understanding.
Written on Mar 20, 2022 after therapy with Joan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes