Joanne "Jo" Powell is a military spouse, veteran, former single mother and abuse survivor. Her experiences have shown her that trauma is complex and not a one size fits all. Her own healing journey and passion to serve has led her to specialize in mental health.

 

She graduated from National University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Social Work specializing in Clinical Social Work. She also earned a Trauma Counseling certificate from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

 

Joanne has experience with navigating challenges faced by veterans leaving the service to their next chapter. She also has hospital clinical experiences with abuse, adoptions, crisis intervention, grief and social barriers in the healthcare setting. She has a strong passion for empowering, evolving and elevating those who are ready to work on their mental health.

 

Joanne believes in the importance of the mind, body and soul connection.  This belief coupled with therapeutic tools is how she helps clients navigate towards healing and empowerment. The therapeutic tools Joanne utilizes are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Somatic Therapy. She offers a safe and non-judgemental space for clients to deconstruct, reconstruct and achieve their goals through therapy.

 

If you are a woman navigating the challenges of trauma, mental health struggles, or simply seeking a path to greater well-being, I'm here to help you. Your experiences matter, and your healing is possible.