Joanne Waithaka, LMFT
- Virginia
- MA LMFT LMFT1153, NC LMFT 2409
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About Joanne
As a licensed therapist Marriage and Family Therapist in Virginia, Massachusetts and North Carolina with over two decades of professional experience, I specialize in supporting individuals to be successful in relationships and careers. My practice focuses on helping clients address relationship dynamics, family conflicts, and personal growth through compassionate, evidence-based approaches. I bring extensive expertise in supporting older adults, multicultural families, and individuals experiencing significant life changes. My therapeutic work centers on addressing communication challenges, healing from past traumas, managing workplace stress, and supporting families through transitions like divorce, blended family dynamics, and intergenerational relationships. My approach is tailored to each client's unique experiences. I understand the nuanced emotional landscapes of midlife challenges, military veterans' experiences, and the complex feelings surrounding adoption, immigration, and cultural identity. By creating a supportive and understanding environment, I help clients develop resilience, improve communication, and find meaningful paths forward. Read more Show less
What Joanne helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changesCoachingTrauma and abuseDepression
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Narrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy
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Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationWorkplace issues