Joanna Engelman (she/her)

acsw
Accepting Clients

Hello. I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing as a therapist for the past 11 years.

Addictions Counselor in Santa babara, CA
Supervised by Ashly Gerber LMFT

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

Do you wish aspects of your life looked different? My work focuses on helping individuals shift away from unsuccessful patterns in order to achieve a desired goal. I offer my clients a safe and confidential atmosphere to comfortably express their feelings and speak freely. I offer a healing place, giving unconditional support to my clients.

My Background and Approach

I graduated from Touro College in New York City with a Master's in Social Work. In my work with clients I use a combination of many therapy techniques. I use psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment therapy, Solution focused therapy, Life Coaching, Narrative therapy, and DBT. I work with client's who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, aging, self esteem, family conflict, and co-dependency.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Life can be challenging. That is a fact. Therapy can be great for people because it gives one a safe supportive place to talk about anything and everything without judgement. I believe we can all live happier more fulfulling lives. Sometimes all we need is some support and the right coping tools to make it happen.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Relationship Counseling

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Aging Concerns Anxiety Depression
Other Issues
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Bipolar
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Grief or Loss
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Medicare

At A Glance

  • Experience: 12 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $30 - 50/session

Info

Email Joanna
524 chapala st
Santa babara, CA 93101

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