Joy Lawson

Joy Lawson is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with a wealth of experience in supporting preteens, teens, adults, and elders facing a range of challenges, including addiction, mood disorders, and relationship issues. She understands the complexities that parents may encounter when navigating their role in the healing process for their loved ones struggling with addiction, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, or ADHD. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, Joy collaborates with families by providing education and understanding while fostering a supportive environment to establish healthy boundaries and self-care. For teens and adults challenged by these intricate issues, she offers empathy and solution-focused treatment tailored to motivate change. Her extensive background spans various treatment settings, including inpatient psychiatric care, outpatient groups, residential treatment, and private practice. Joy integrates various therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing, to cultivate a strong therapeutic alliance—a crucial element in successful counseling. Her practice is built on a foundation of respect, warmth, and nonjudgment, where clients are empowered to embrace change and find the strength to accept what cannot be altered.