My approach to counseling is often didactic and is solution oriented. It is my opinion that clients come to counseling because they can not figure out what to do. So “teaching counseling” offers them new skills to use in their situation, as well as ideas to assist in coping in their world. I am somewhat eclectic in my approaches, realizing that everyone is unique, and one size does NOT fit all. I find a Cognitive Behavioral approach often encourages clients to set their own solution-focused path. I give feedback and assign homework tasks. I ask clients to join me in making a sort of treatment plan, and we work together on problem-solving. I periodically consult with trusted professional colleagues on a confidential bases, who practice outside of our local area.
It is not my style to see what others have reported about their own work. I march to my own drummer and do what I believe is right in each situation. It’s fine with me if I am the only one doing it the way I do it.
Professional experience
30 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Coping with grief and loss Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), First responder issues, Hearing impaired, Infidelity, Jealousy, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Phobias
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Joyce A. Griffin. 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.
This therapist is so respectful and professional while also giving sound advice based on her own life experiences in which I felt like I could truly relate and therefore did not feel alone on my path to healing. I would highly recommend this therapist for anyone who has experienced loss and grief, anger, family concerns, or severe depression as her expertise is exceptional. I was even directed on therapies such as DBT and provided resources for finding the right medication for me. Highly recommend.
Written on May 26, 2026 after therapy with Joyce for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Dr. Griffin has a wonderful way of steering healing and growth without it feeling ‘clinical’.
Written on Mar 19, 2026 after therapy with Joyce for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Dr Griffin is a highly experienced counselor who has calm and friendly way about her.
Written on Jan 03, 2026 after therapy with Joyce for 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Very helpful, accommodating and easy to connect with.
Written on Dec 29, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Very helpful & insightful!
Written on Jul 24, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 9 months on issues concerning addictions, and trauma and abuse
She's amazing and she just gets it. She doesn't dismiss your feelings and makes you feel understood
Written on Jul 05, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Griffin is such a caring person. She really wants me to get better and is actively working with me to get there.
Written on Jul 05, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
Dr. A. Griffin is a professional with lots of experience and has been a huge help towards my growth. I look forward to many more sessions. With her expertise, success is inevitable.
Written on Jun 22, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks
Joyce is honestly the best! Such a sweetheart and truly a caring person!
Written on May 08, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 6 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
A+
Written on Apr 26, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Griffith has been an invaluable resource for me. She understands and empathizes with me and has given me so much helpful ideas and thoughts. I would highly recommend her:)
Written on Feb 14, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Dr. Griffin was very uplifting and a positive voice to listen and talk to. I appreciated her wisdom and the way she brought faith into her messaging.
Written on Jan 10, 2025 after therapy with Joyce for 1 month on issues concerning self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is amazing and very understanding
Written on Dec 18, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and adhd
Dr. Griffin is practical, personal, and professional. Her compassionate manner makes it easy to quickly establish a bond of trust and her expertise help get to the heart of the matter. She has helped me during a time of difficulty and beyond.
Written on Dec 14, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting issues
My first session was great. I really enjoyed talking to Dr. A. Griffin.
Written on Sep 05, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coaching
Dr. Griffin is a wonderful therapist. She responds quickly and insightfully, makes discussions enjoyable, and truly wants the best for her patients. I would absolutely recommend working with her!
Written on Aug 20, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
So far so good with Dr. Griffin!
Written on Jul 27, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and bipolar disorder
Dr. Griffin is the best therapist I’ve encountered! She’s solution-oriented, which is the best approach for someone like me, and she gets straight to the point about what things look like at their face and what needs to be done in the most simple manner. She does not make you feel bad about yourself or bad habits. She’s inspired me in such a short time to take my control back, and I’m so grateful to have been matched with her!
Written on Jul 16, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, coaching, and adhd
I love working with Joyce. She encourages and supports without pressuring. She gives me assignments and has helped so much with my spirituality. I struggle heavily with OCD/anxiety, I am also a sober addict and I would say I have anger to work on. Joyce offers so many suggestions and tools. She is great!! She is incredibly kind, and her kindness is sincere. She means a lot to me!
Written on Jul 08, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Highly recommend!
Written on May 08, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Best therapist I’ve ever had!
Written on Apr 13, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Patient. Understands my issues and thought process. Absolutely recommend.
Written on Apr 11, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Griffin is great to work with. I always look forward to talking to her. She provides keen insight, and is willing to work within my framework of beliefs, assigning me Bible readings along with the typical mental health exercises. She always answers messages within a day. Dr. Griffin is truly a blessing!
Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Dr. Griffin is a great therapist. She listens to you and understands your needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a therapist.
Written on Jan 25, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and career difficulties
I like how she relates my situation to her own situations she has experienced. I believe it’s best when your therapist has been down the road you’re going through. This way you personally feel a connection because if she made it, I know I can too.
Written on Jan 17, 2024 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
She is always helpful, caring, and professional.
Written on Nov 21, 2023 after therapy with Joyce for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
She is Awsome
Written on Oct 16, 2023 after therapy with Joyce for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Dr Griffin has been a wise and appropriate therapist. She is calm and supportive. She is a joy to speak with.
Written on Sep 11, 2023 after therapy with Joyce for 2 months
I love Dr. Griffin! She is so loving, easy to talk to, gives good homework, and provides biblical resources!
Written on Apr 24, 2023 after therapy with Joyce for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
So good!
Written on Mar 25, 2023 after therapy with Joyce for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Dr. Joyce is absolutely amazing! I feel so connected to her. She understands me and gives me another way to view my situations. Very compassionate! Fun to talk to. I trust her with my life. I've had 3 other therapists in my journey in life and I never felt as safe and comfortable as I do with her. Such a wonderful therapist. I appreciate every word! Thank you for everything ❤️
Written on Sep 19, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Griffin offers a calm and appropriately paced rhythm to her sessions. She has wisdom from life experiences and offers a vast amount of professional experience. I have appreciated her kindness and genuine interest in my journey. I would highly recommend her.
Written on Aug 24, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thank you so much for your help!
Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Dr Griffin has been amazingly helpful for me as I get back on the mental health rails after a rough pandemic experience.
At times my life has felt like a whirlwind - feels like I'm rediscovering my identity a little bit every day, and sometimes it's hard to know which way is up. Dr Griffin has helped me stay anchored, focus on what's important, and get through the erratic swings in anxiety which seem intent on derailing my career or relationship (they're not picky). She has been here for me nearly a year now, shared my excitement through so many good developments in my life, and been a voice of reason when I get caught up in my own thoughts.
Thank you, Dr Griffin! You've made such a difference for me, and I know my life wouldn't be where it is without our conversations.
Written on Apr 15, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
Amazing. I would definitely recommend!
Written on Mar 27, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 4 months
Dr. Griffin is a great match for me and I feel blessed that she "chose" me. I appreciate her experience, compassion, insight and penetrating questions. I highly value her Christian perspective and her prayers. I feel I have steadily moved toward my goals. God is not done with me yet - even in my "senior" years there is still room for progress.
Written on Mar 01, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 5 months
Dr. Griffin makes me feel heard and empowers me to find it within myself to achieve my goals. She is very easy to talk to and makes herself as available as possible. I would strongly encourage anyone in need of therapy to give Dr. Griffin a try
Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Griffin is very compassionate and understanding.
Written on Jan 18, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks
She is excellent! She is kind, supportive and fun :)
Written on Jan 18, 2022 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Griffin is awesome! She is so kind, caring, and you can tell she really wants to know her patient. I always look forward to our sessions.
Written on Oct 14, 2021 after therapy with Joyce for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
I found Dr. Griffin through my company’s program, and I’m writing this review because I’m hoping it helps you find her too. Dr. Griffin is amazing and she’s the bright light to my week. From my first conversation with Dr. Griffin, I really felt she cared about getting to know me. Speaking with her is so easy; she’s kind, compassionate and really listens to understand my story and journey. Dr. Griffin is helping me build upon myself to get through this rough patch in my life and I highly recommend her.
Written on Jun 25, 2021 after therapy with Joyce for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
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