About Joanna
Joanna "Jo" Hadley is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Montana. She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, and coping with life changes.
Jo also pays attention to LGBTQ matters, adoption and foster care questions, aging and geriatric issues, chronic illness and pain, hospice and end-of-life counseling, sexuality, women's issues, life purpose, and self-love. Jo brings eight years of formal LCSW practice to her current work, and decades of broader social work experience.
How Joanna works
She spent recent years working as a dialysis social worker, where she supported people through medical and life transitions. That background informs a practical, steady approach when health or caregiving stress is part of the problem. Her style is straightforward and respectful.
Jo listens first, then helps people set clear, realistic goals. She adapts sessions to each person's needs and pace, focusing on what will make daily life feel more manageable. Practical skills and real conversations are part of the work.
Jo uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools depending on the situation. She can help with coping skills, improving relationships, navigating grief, and managing anxiety. Sessions aim to build resilience and self-compassion over time.
People who want a calm, compassionate guide for life changes and emotional strain may benefit from Jo's approach. Her work emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and collaboration as people take steps toward a more fulfilling life.
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What Joanna works with
The areas below are the ones Joanna selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Intimacy-related issues
- Life purpose
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Women's issues
Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 8 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Montana |
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Online support options
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and guiding at the client's own pace. It helps people feel heard and supported while they work out what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It teaches practical techniques to lower anxiety, improve mood, and change unhelpful habits.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, emphasizes building skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier relationships. It can be helpful for intense emotions and trouble managing stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jo will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts tools over time so the work stays practical and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls suit deeper conversations and face-to-face connection. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging let people check in between sessions and fit support into busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to use therapy in ways that fit daily life.
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