Joan Clayton

Dr. Joan Clayton is a dedicated psychologist with over 30 years of experience, specializing in helping adults and elders address a range of challenges including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. She views seeking professional help as a significant and empowering step—an opportunity for clients to navigate troubling thoughts and emotions, overcome obstacles, and seek new pathways to positive change and growth. Dr. Clayton emphasizes the importance of establishing a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship, which serves as the foundation for her work. Within this framework, she provides understanding, reassurance, acceptance, and hope to her clients. Collaboratively, they clarify goals and enhance skills and self-confidence to effectively resolve difficulties. Dr. Clayton encourages each individual to explore their uniqueness, strengths, and resilience in order to heal and achieve a greater sense of well-being and fulfillment. She deeply values the diversity of her clients, recognizing that while anxiety, depression, and trauma may be common concerns, each person's experience is unique. With a focus on a variety of therapeutic modalities including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dr. Clayton tailors her approach to meet the specific needs of each individual at every stage of their progress.