Joanna Smith, LPC
About me
As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges with compassion and expertise. My practice focuses on helping clients address stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I have a deep commitment to creating an affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals and those exploring identity, sexuality, and interpersonal relationships.
My therapeutic approach centers on empowering clients to develop self-love, improve communication, and heal from past experiences. I offer supportive guidance for individuals working through workplace challenges, mood disorders, trauma, and relationship transitions. With a trauma-informed and client-centered approach, I help people develop resilience, process difficult emotions, and create meaningful personal transformation.
I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and I'm committed to walking alongside you with respect, understanding, and genuine care. Together, we can explore your unique strengths and develop strategies that support your emotional well-being and personal growth.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
License information
AZ LPC LPC-24879