- Practical problem solving
- Adoption and foster care
- CBT and client-centered
About Joanne
Joanne Curgian is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with 14 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, mood concerns, addiction, parenting strain, and relationship or intimacy issues. She also offers support around adoption and foster care related concerns and other family dynamics.
Joanne draws on practical, straightforward approaches in sessions. She listens first and helps clients set clear goals. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on small steps people can take between meetings to feel better and more in control.
Her background includes residential treatment, inpatient and crisis intervention, substance abuse, probation work, and private practice. That variety gives her experience with both short-term crisis work and longer-term change. Clients can expect a therapist who understands different service settings and what helps during transitions.
Joanne uses Client-Centered Therapy to build a respectful, empathetic space where clients guide the work. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thought patterns and try new behaviors. These methods are aimed at reducing symptoms and improving everyday functioning.
She believes therapy should be accessible and straightforward. Joanne encourages people taking the step toward change and works collaboratively to create a plan that fits each person’s life and goals.
How her approaches guide online therapy
Joanne combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in clear, practical ways. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, respect, and following the client's lead to identify what matters most. That approach helps people feel heard while they figure out priorities and next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing out different behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many mood or habit concerns because it gives concrete skills people can practice between sessions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Joanne will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as progress and challenges appear.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people work with licensed professionals while keeping therapy time practical for everyday life.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Joanne help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, and related concerns including adoption and foster care topics.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Joanne uses a direct, listening-first approach. Sessions focus on setting clear goals and taking small, practical steps between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has 14 years of experience across residential treatment, inpatient and crisis settings, substance abuse services, probation work, and private practice.
What credentials and location apply?
Joanne holds an LPC credential and is based in Texas.
Which languages does she offer sessions in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.