Joanna White, LISW
Trauma-informed social worker guiding change
- Trauma informed care
- Client centered methods
- Flexible online sessions
About Joanna White
Joanna White is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) who brings a practical, trauma-informed perspective to her clinical work. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and spent several years working with the Prisoner Reentry population, gaining direct experience with the challenges faced by people involved in the justice system. That early work informed her later decision to pursue a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California while simultaneously supporting women and men experiencing domestic and sexual violence.
Her dual experience with both offender and survivor populations has shaped a nuanced understanding of trauma, power dynamics, and recovery. Over the course of her career she has worked extensively with individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence, childhood trauma, disordered eating, stress and anxiety, life transitions, parenting concerns, and work-related pressures. She also addresses a wide range of related issues including relationship and family difficulties, grief, self-esteem struggles, and adjustment to major life changes.
Joanna approaches change as a process rather than a single event and emphasizes collaboration in treatment. She draws on evidence-based methods to help people build coping skills, reconnect with their values, and move forward from painful experiences. Her role is to guide and support each person on a path that makes sense for them.
Her dual experience with both offender and survivor populations has shaped a nuanced understanding of trauma, power dynamics, and recovery. Over the course of her career she has worked extensively with individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence, childhood trauma, disordered eating, stress and anxiety, life transitions, parenting concerns, and work-related pressures. She also addresses a wide range of related issues including relationship and family difficulties, grief, self-esteem struggles, and adjustment to major life changes.
Joanna approaches change as a process rather than a single event and emphasizes collaboration in treatment. She draws on evidence-based methods to help people build coping skills, reconnect with their values, and move forward from painful experiences. Her role is to guide and support each person on a path that makes sense for them.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Body imageCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesGuilt and shameHearing impairedIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Joanna White have?
Joanna White has 8 years of experience.
Is Joanna White a licensed therapist?
Yes. Joanna White holds the credential LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details: OH LISW I.1801006-SUPV.
In which languages does Joanna White provide therapy?
Joanna White provides therapy in English.
Where is Joanna White located?
Joanna White is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Joanna White as my therapist?
You can work with Joanna White through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Joanna White work with international clients?
Joanna White does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joanna White cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Joanna White integrates approaches that help clients clarify what matters to them and develop practical skills for managing difficult feelings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on building psychological flexibility by helping people notice thoughts and emotions without being controlled by them, and then taking meaningful action aligned with their values - it can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for conditions like anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship so clients can explore their experiences and find their own solutions.Finding the right fit is part of the therapeutic process, and Joanna collaborates with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. She draws on different techniques as appropriate and adjusts the plan based on ongoing feedback.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, over the phone, via live chat, or through text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family responsibilities, or mobility limits, while supporting consistent progress toward personal goals.