Hello, and thanks for visiting my profile! My top specialties as a clinician include PTSD and Trauma, Addiction (both chemical and behavioral), along with Depression and other mood disorders. My therapeutic approaches involve pulling from many counseling techniques to find an approach that best fits the individual client. Some of those techniques include Cognitive Behavioral, Person Centered, Reality, and Narrative type therapies. I use an informed consent model, as knowledge equals empowerment.
A little about me - Counseling was something I had always wanted to do, but I didn't pursue it until later in life. Years ago, I lost a spouse to suicide, and the grief was consuming. Once I was able to see more clearly, I enrolled in a Master of Counseling program in hopes of being able to ease the grief of others in similar situations. I did get my degree and My LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) license, and also accumulated significant life experience which, in short, has helped me become the therapist I want to be. For example, I am a recovering addict, going on fourteen years' clean time, and am active in twelve step recovery. Also, I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA community.
Before making my decision to become a remote-based therapist, I accumulated significant on-site work experience. Some of that includes working with domestic violence survivors, addiction (men's and women's, both out patient and residential), plus children's residential, and crisis stabilization. I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Joni Rodriguez. 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.
Joni is incredibly down to earth, compassionate, and cares for her members. They are clearly her priority and you can tell she enjoys what she does. I feel seen and heard every appointment.
Written on Jan 22, 2026 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Joni is amazing at what she does. She is support, understanding, and provides resources & tools that are effective.
Written on Jan 05, 2026 after therapy with Joni for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Joni has been so helpful in battling my codependency and helping me heal from a narcissistic partner.
Written on Dec 31, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Have met only a couple of times and finding it extremely helpful!
Written on Dec 23, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and family conflicts
Joni has been nothing less than perfect! Joni makes me feel heard, seen and helps me better understand myself! Highly recommend Joni!
Written on Dec 05, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Joni is the best! I have been to therapy before but got kinda stuck. Joni makes me feel understood and helps me to understand my diagnosis rather than just sticking a bandaid on it. Her knowledge is super helpful.
Written on Dec 03, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She’s the best therapist I’ve ever had. In the past, I’ve been hopping from therapist to therapist. I’m thankful to be able to be her client.
Written on Oct 16, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Joni Rodriguez is an excellent counselor! She understood immediately all the dynamics of my situation and was empathic to how it was affecting me. She made me feel truly listened to and offered some suggestions on how deal with my messed up family dynamics.
Written on Sep 24, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
Joni is a wonderful active listener! Speaking with her helps me feel heard and grounded. She’s been incredibly helpful in helping me navigate relationships throughout the past year!
Written on Jul 17, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Nothing would describe it more clearly than to say my life began changing positively when I met Joni.
Written on Jun 25, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Joni is a great therapist!
Written on May 30, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Joni is great. She has helped me accept myself for who I am - and that goes for the bumps and bruises as well. She listens and is genuinely interested and invested. She also has a great sense of humor.
Written on Apr 25, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
My therapist and BetterHelp are saving my life. I truly don’t believe I would have survived and be on the road to recovery from my trauma without Joni and BetterHelp.
Written on Apr 22, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Jodi is excellent. Great listener and will be politely bluntly honest with you.
Written on Apr 02, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
Joni is an incredible therapist! She is always responsive and always listens to my problems. She’s someone I can fully trust and will be more than happy to continue working with.
Written on Mar 19, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Joni is very good about listening and responding to texts. She also is honest and is great at making connections between different experiences to reactions. She sees my experiences as valid and is well versed in religious trauma, family trauma, toxic relationships, and LGBTQ spaces. I no longer have to reason through the connections of my own and it's eased so much of my mental capacity of dealing with my mental health.
Written on Mar 04, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and family conflicts
She is a very good therapist. Best I ever had. She made me realize I had ADHD and ASD, and she has the same disorders so I'm sure she could help me.
Written on Feb 24, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Joni is very perceptive. She is able to determine my areas of trauma and help me talk about it and realize it myself. I always get “ah-ha” moments with her and very thankful for her guidance.
Written on Jan 13, 2025 after therapy with Joni for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Joni is an amazing therapist. I honestly wouldn’t be able to do the things I do without talking to her. Even just a little chat outside our sessions is enough to help. She listens so well and her responses are so amazing. Not only that she connects to you as a person. You don’t have to worry about being professional or it being awkward she goes at your pace. And is just an amazing person.
Written on Nov 16, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is amazing!
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
I have the ongoing privilege of working with Joni Rodriguez, and I can’t speak highly enough about the positive impact she has had on my life. From the very first session, I felt understood and supported. Joni's expertise in PTSD and trauma is evident, and her ability to tailor her therapeutic approach to my specific needs made all the difference.
Joni's approach is both compassionate and empowering, and I always feel like an active participant in my healing journey. She has a deep understanding of grief and loss, which resonated with me on a personal level and her empathetic perspective that truly sets her apart.
What I appreciate most about Joni is her genuine commitment to my well-being. She not only guides me through my struggles but also provided me with the tools and knowledge to continue growing and healing outside of our sessions. Her professionalism, combined with her warm and approachable demeanor, creates a safe and trusting environment where I feel comfortable opening up and working through some of my most challenging issues.
I highly recommend Joni to anyone seeking a therapist who is not only skilled but also deeply caring and dedicated. My experience with her has been transformative, and I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance she provides.
Written on Aug 30, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Very personable and easy to talk to
Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I have just started my treatment with Joni but she's been absolutely incredible so far. While being very gentle and friendly, she is supportive but also a great source of information and skills to help aid me with my issues. This is the first time I have actually enjoyed working with a therapist and truly feel like she will be able to help me with my issues and help me become a happier person because of it.
Written on Jun 27, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
She is absolutely wonderful and very easy to talk to.
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Joni is attentive to my concerns and at the end of our sessions I always feel a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders.
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Joni is a great therapist. She makes me feel comfortable, heard and respected. She helps me work through my issues and address challenges.
Written on Jun 19, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
The best support as always
Written on May 06, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
She's the best! Not only does she help me talk about my struggles, but I know if I dump a huge rant on her or on my journal for her- she will read it. Give some words of advice/ encouragements/ support, depending on the situation, and she will reach out about it during our session. She's excellent about reminding me to schedule my sessions and understanding about my Autistic and ADHD struggles. I've missed more than a few sessions without feeling guilted. As long as I keep up my communication, it's a 2 way street based on respect. I adore her and only hope I do right as her patient. I know she's in my corner, she checks on me, she validates me, and sometimes she just listens. Sometimes that's all I need. But biggest thing for me is knowing that she's fighting for my best interests. I've been gaslight so much that just having that simple validation has been amazing on my psyche. I'm better for having known her.
Written on Apr 13, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Joni understood me completely starting from my very first message, and guided me expertly through my ups and downs. I can say she’s the best therapist I’ve had.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Joni for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues
She is an amazing therapist. Highly recommend.
Written on Oct 22, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Joni has been nothing but supportive from the very start. When I told her my initial concerns, she did everything that she could, even outside of our sessions, to help me. When I told her I was hoping to explore other avenues of therapy with her, she was enthusiastic and more than happy to continue our sessions. I have learned about myself more than I have in YEARS being with Joni. She always finds a way to help me understand things that I come up short in, and when I tell her my progress, she is extremely supportive and positive. I would recommend Joni to anyone and everyone.
Written on Sep 28, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Joni is a very sweet and understanding therapist who invests a deep care in her natural state. Conversations are easy to get through as she knows exactly what to say! I admire her heart and kind words. Thank you Joni!
Written on Sep 08, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, and adhd
Joni has been helping me for little over a month. I have borderline and am in recovery for eating disorders. I’m also suffering with panick attacks. However she’s has been helping me learn to cope through the hard days and to achieve good days. She always brings me a sense of calm and back to reality when my anxiety takes over. I highly recommend her
Written on Sep 04, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Ms. Rodriguez is very friendly, professional, and knowledgable. I would recommend her.
Written on Jul 28, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
she’s amazing! she’s easy to talk to, helpful with advice, and not afraid to tell me when i’m the problem.
Written on Apr 13, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Joni is wonderful. She really listens to me and gives me information to help. No judgement or criticism just helpful tips, advice, or just simply a listening ear when needed.
Written on Apr 12, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
We've just now begun the process of getting started up with therapy and I'm already very happy with Joni... She was the perfect match for me, and her down to earth way about how she carries herself makes very easy for me to open up to her!
Written on Apr 04, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Joni is a wonderful and kind person, and I’m very happy that she was my first experience with a therapist. After only a few months, I had settled everything that I was facing and have never felt better. I cannot recommend Joni enough!
Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Joni is amazing. She always listens and helps me keep track of where I'm going. We're finding all the things I need help with!
Written on Mar 20, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Join is empathetic, kind and an intuitive therapist. If you need understanding and guidance that will lead you on a path to healing, I recommend Joni
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Joni helped me with managing depression and other difficult parts of my life. She is very nice to talk to and I would recommend her to everyone!
Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Joni has been a positive addition to my quest for transformation.
Written on Jan 01, 2023 after therapy with Joni for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Joni has been great. She is empathetic but also doesn't let me get away with any crap, which I personally need and appreciate. She's funny and I was immediately comfortable, which is saying something as I was very nervous and tend to be pretty shy. She's practical and supportive and hilarious too.
Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
A great doctor who understands LGBTQi+ individuals who have drug addiction problems.
Written on Nov 13, 2022 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks
Joni is understanding, kind, and down to earth. I feel supported as I work through the things that brought me to seek help. I would highly recommend working with her. I have a long way to go but I am already able to communicate with my loved ones a lot easier. Thank you Joni!!!
Written on Nov 04, 2022 after therapy with Joni for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Joni allows me to speak freely and really lets me dig deep into my brain. She offers many things to say to myself throughout the week that have saved me. She gives me an alternative narrative to look at things with that have made difficult situations so much lighter. Thank you!
Written on Oct 17, 2022 after therapy with Joni for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Joni Rodriguez is such a great listener and so east to connect with. Joni Rodriguez gives me goals every week that feel attainable and lots of resources. I feel like I am truly making progress and therapy has been such a positive experience.
Written on Sep 29, 2022 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Joni responds in a timely manner. She shows that she has read and is acknowledging my concerns. She helps me find solutions and lets me work around some of them for myself. Joni is doing a fantastic job.
Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Joni for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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