Joanna Hardis

Joanna Hardis, LISW-S, is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist dedicated to helping individuals overcome anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. With a wealth of experience in treating both adults and children, Joanna understands the struggles of intrusive and distressing thoughts that can dominate one’s life. She offers a supportive environment where clients can feel empowered to confront their worries and take actionable steps towards living fully. Specializing in mindfulness-based therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Joanna tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each person she works with. From navigating life transitions to enhancing parenting skills, she employs evidence-based treatment models to foster growth and resilience. Joanna's commitment to therapy is to ensure it is engaging and meaningful, guiding clients to develop practical plans with clear milestones for improvement. Her specialized training includes Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for treating anxiety and PTSD, making her one of the few expertly trained therapists in Northeast Ohio. With a focus on supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions (SPACE), Joanna is here to help families and individuals reclaim their lives from worry and anxiety.