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Joan Holmes, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Joan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Joan. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey

Recent reviews

I enjoy speaking with Joan Holmes, she listens and is very attentive. She makes me feel comfortable to be able to open up in order to get to the core of my issues. I recommend Joan for a very easy comfortable conversation.

Reviewed November 2024

She is amazing and so sweet. She really listens and tries to identify with you. She gives great advice and little challenges to apply to your every day to day lifestyle

Reviewed June 2024

More about Joan

  • 24 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree, cum laude, in Community Health Science and a Master’s Degree in Applied Clinical and Counseling Psychology from William Paterson University. My twenty four years of experience in the counseling field include working with family members within their home settings to help strengthen their bonds as well as develop their individual support systems. I’ve worked with children on the autism spectrum and their families In addition to my clinical training and working with families experiencing grief and bereavement, I have been employed by nonprofit social service organizations and have experience counseling teens in their homes and in group home settings. I’ve assisted clients experiencing ADHD, anxiety, serious depression and suicidal behavior and severe family and interpersonal dysfunction. I have assisted clients and families with the loss of a close friend or family member

My counseling style is chiefly client-centered, remaining open to my client’s specific needs and concerns with an emphasis on utilizing my very patient listening skills. Treating my clients with respect is always my priority. Maintaining a good rapport and helping my clients feel comfortable discussing their most personal feelings are also very important components of my therapeutic approach. I am empathetic and non judge-mental in my approach to problem solving.

Seeking help is not an easy undertaking and my goal is to open the door to improving mental health and healing. I look forward to working with my clients in an effort to assist them toward leading more satisfying and productive lives.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Commitment issues Control issues Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Joan Holmes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770171381.

  • LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00303100 · Expires November 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Joan Holmes

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

20 reviews

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Clients mention: Easy Listens Recommend Easy to talk Great Helpful Comfortable Support Understanding Wonderful

I enjoy speaking with Joan Holmes, she listens and is very attentive. She makes me feel comfortable to be able to open up in order to get to the core of my issues. I recommend Joan for a very easy comfortable conversation.

Reviewed November 2024

She is amazing and so sweet. She really listens and tries to identify with you. She gives great advice and little challenges to apply to your every day to day lifestyle

Reviewed June 2024

She's wonderful. Joan listens attentively and offers solid suggestions along with worksheets to help out.

Reviewed April 2024

Joan is very easy to open up to.

Reviewed January 2023

She is very understanding

Reviewed March 2022

Joan is very kind, supportive, and responsive. I would recommend her.

Reviewed September 2023

I enjoy working with Joan and I feel I am benefiting from therapy.

Reviewed September 2023

Excellent

Reviewed June 2023

I highly recommend Joan. She’s very easy to talk to, is a good listener & gives great advice & suggestions.

Reviewed February 2023

Ms. Holmes is pleasant to talk to and understands my pain points and what I’m sorting through. I did not realize how much I was carrying around as baggage from years of various heartbreaking experiences.

Reviewed December 2022

Joan has been very helpful and has been empowering me to make better decisions, i really am enjoying the support and clarity ...thanks so much for ur help joan!

Reviewed December 2022

Joan is the best! She is very responsive via messages and always helpful during our session. She also is flexible with my crazy work schedule. I appreciate her so much. I have tried therapy in the past but better help has been the best thing for me because of the flexibility. Being able to do virtual appointments makes scheduling so much easier and less intimidating.

Reviewed December 2022

a very respectful Therapist

Reviewed December 2022

Joan is so easy to talk to. She just GETS it! This is my first time trying therapy and I’ve had a great first experience

Reviewed November 2022

Joan has way of listening with compassion to my complicated situation and connected history of endless grief and sorrow. I find it comforting and important at present being overwhelmed.

Reviewed November 2022

Easy to talk to.

Reviewed August 2022

Joan is a breath of fresh air. She’s exactly who I needed.

Reviewed August 2022

Thank you to Joan for being just what I need through a very trying time.

Reviewed July 2022

Joan is an extremely considerate and helpful therapist. She is very kind and follows up with her patients with utmost care. Her understanding is very precise and she listens to the individual with a lot of interest. I would recommend Joan to all those who seek counselling.

Reviewed July 2022

Communicating with Joan has been absolutely wonderful. She is kind and caring, and a lovely person to talk to. She is very relatable and easy to talk and has provided me with support and guidance. I am extremely happy to be matched with Joan.

Reviewed April 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Joan Holmes offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Joan Holmes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Joan Holmes speak?

Joan Holmes speaks English.

How many years of experience does Joan Holmes have?

Joan Holmes has 24 years of experience.

Where is Joan Holmes licensed to practice?

Joan Holmes is licensed to practice in New Jersey.

Does Joan Holmes accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Joan Holmes does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Joan Holmes offer?

Joan Holmes offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Joan Holmes?

Joan Holmes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Joan Holmes?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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