Joan Vanderschaaf

Joan Vanderschaaf, EdD, understands that life can be overwhelming, and the choice of a counselor can feel daunting. She believes this choice is less intimidating than taking that vital step of making an appointment and addressing one's challenges. For those who may feel hesitant, Joan reassures that it's a brave move towards personal growth. Her approach to therapy is grounded in common sense, and she collaborates with clients to clarify their issues and foster empowerment for positive change. Clients who visit her website are already demonstrating the courage to seek help, which is a commendable first step in their journey. Joan specializes in individual and couples counseling, emphasizing relationship and communication issues, life transitions, and conflict resolution. As a certified Myers-Briggs practitioner, she enhances communication by helping clients understand their personality types. Her techniques and strategies in counseling reflect the insights gained from teaching graduate counseling courses, making the therapeutic experience similar to a valuable learning opportunity. Although her office is located in Wheaton, Illinois, Joan also provides distance counseling options for clients in Illinois and Florida who either cannot travel or prefer online sessions.