Lea Joner

Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience working in schools with children and adolescents, hospital settings with adults, and private practice with clients from diverse backgrounds. I have supported students in building emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills, adults coping with acute mental health challenges, and private clients navigating a wide range of life experiences. My work is informed by a trauma-informed perspective, and I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for every client.

Clients often describe me as empathetic, grounded, and collaborative. I value building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, respect, and understanding, and I tailor my approach to meet each person’s unique needs and goals.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we will explore patterns that may keep you feeling stuck, strengthen your coping skills, and reconnect you with your strengths and values.

I integrate evidence-based modalities, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Mindfulness-Based approaches

Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, or life transitions, my goal is to help you build insight, resilience, and emotional balance, so you can live a life aligned with your values and aspirations.

During your first session, we will take the time to get to know each other and create a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing your story. We will discuss your current challenges, goals, and what you hope to achieve in therapy. This session is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about my approach, style, and the therapy process so you can feel confident about working together.

I will typically:

• Conduct an initial assessment to understand your needs, history, and concerns.
• Explore your strengths and coping strategies.
• Collaboratively begin to identify goals and potential strategies for therapy.
• Answer any questions you have about the process, confidentiality, or logistics.

The first session is not about solving everything at once, but about building trust, understanding your unique situation, and setting a foundation for meaningful growth.