Welcome to Common Sense Therapy
Now Accepting new Clients!
Get started on your Journey Today
Seeking mental health support can be both a difficult and an empowering first step towards creating positive change in your life.
If you are feeling depressed, anxious- perhaps dealing with a past trauma or experiencing a difficult life change.
Maybe you have a child struggling with behavior, or are a parent wanting more effective parenting tools?
If so, I would love to work with you toward developing healthy steps using practical mental health tools!
I offer solution focused and personalized mental healthcare from the comfort of your home, all session are virtual where we can work toward your personal goals together.
Hi, My Name is JoAnn
My Approach
I offer an open minded, warm, solution focused approach that highlights and builds on who you are and on solutions that are unique and tailored to your individual needs and qualities.
I believe that change happens with the right support and tools.
My goal is to be both warm and authentic, to reflect and validate your thoughts and feelings, while also creating an environment that is focused on your strengths and goals.
Clients have shared that they feel I’m easy to talk to which helped them to stay motivated.
My Speciality
My primary specialty is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), which is an evidence based therapy approach. The focus of CBT is to identify and reflect on your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and learn helpful skills to work towards what’s most important to you.
What to Expect
One goal of the first session is to establish a comfortable, non-judgmental space where you can share a comprehensive history of your unique life experiences.
I will work with you to identify your strengths and also what’s brought you in to see me. I’ll give you some background and education on what therapy can do for you and what you can expect from me.
By the end of our session, we would have identified goals, barriers, and symptoms that are impacting your life and a clear direction on next steps in working together. The first session is the first step toward change and I would love to be the person who empowers and promotes positive change in your life!
Providing you with a safe, confidential space
My goal is for you to gain the knowledge, tools, and a better understanding of yourself and your strengths so that your progress is long lasting and meaningful.
When working together, you can expect a positive, collaborative environment where I can support you in identifying realistic steps toward your goals.
All your appointments will take place via zoom, enjoy high quality care from the safety and comfort of your own space.
Now Accepting Clients:
I am accepting of clients in all walks of life: I love to work with teens and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or life changes; with parents on parenting skills, and youth with behavioral challenges. I have a passion for finding and building on your strengths and supporting you with care and empathy.
I'm a great fit for clients who want authenticity, unconditional support, and consistency.
I accept the Following Insurance
-Aetna -Brighton - Cigna -Decent
-Quest Behavioral Health -Regency Blue Shield WA
-Carelon Behavioral Health.
-Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
I work with several companies to bill insurance through so depending on your insurance coverage- we will find you the right fit!
“Everyone you meet is going through something you know nothing about, remember to always be kind”