Profile / United States
Joanna Martin, LCSW
Pennsylvania
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Depression
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Goal focused
- Homework based
About Joanna
Joanna Martin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 23 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and low self-esteem. Joanna speaks English and works with each person one-on-one. Her practice is practical and direct, focused on concrete steps someone can try between sessions.
Joanna uses clear, structured methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns that keep problems going and to test new ways of responding. Sessions typically include short exercises, straightforward feedback, and homework tasks to practice skills in daily life.
Her style is calm and focused. Joanna encourages honest conversation about what is working and what is not. She aims to make sessions useful from the first meeting by setting specific, manageable goals with each person.
Before scheduling, clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and then arrange an initial session. Costs vary by location and are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not accepted; sessions are offered in English and held in Pennsylvania.
Joanna emphasizes gradual change. She helps people break problems into small steps and track progress. If a particular technique does not fit, she adjusts the plan and tries an alternative approach.
How Joanna uses CBT and online sessions
Joanna practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. CBT sessions teach concrete skills and use short exercises that people can try between meetings to reduce anxiety and lift mood.Her approach is collaborative. She will work with each person to pick approaches that match their goals and preferences. If a technique does not fit, she adjusts the plan and tries other practical strategies together.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Joanna uses structured tools and homework that translate well to remote sessions, helping clients practice skills in their everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and self-esteem issues.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions often include short exercises and homework to practice skills.
What is her professional background?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of professional experience in behavioral health settings.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She holds an LCSW credential in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current options before booking via the questionnaire and scheduling flow.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary by location and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule the first appointment.
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