Welcome!
I am within my 5th year of private practice and 10 years of experience working in mental health services. My passion has always been to assist you in becoming aware of how to overcome challenges in your life. Initially, challenges may appear covert and discovering the root cause can bring freedom to your life. Challenges can stem from current/past trauma, depression, anxiety, social relationships, communication barriers in marriages/couples, or feelings of isolation/loneliness. You do not have to be in this alone. Being supported, or validated, through counseling can bring clarity and hope into your life. I assist you by providing support, navigating challenges, overcoming obstacles, and celebrating your success overcoming those challenges.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individual sessions. I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) to support marriages/couples to express emotions effectively. My goal is to guide you through emotional challenges to be at your best for yourself and those around you.
I am currently working toward a Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling with emphasis in Family and Marriage Counseling. Families and marriages need support to to through a healing process. The healing process may begin individually and can extend out into the family/marriage. There is always hope.
Joel Grinder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)