Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Joy works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCMHC
- Licensed in
- Vermont
- Years in practice
- 14
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Joy
Joy King is a licensed clinician who uses a person-centered approach to help people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burned out. She brings 14 years of experience and a calm, respectful manner to each conversation. Joy focuses on clear, practical steps so people can start to feel more in control.
She works with stress and anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, depression, grief, and anger. Addictions, compassion fatigue, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and LGBT-related concerns are also among her areas of focus.
Background and approach
Sessions are shaped around what a person needs in the moment, not a one-size-fits-all plan. Joy draws on several practical approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify patterns of thinking that get in the way and replaces them with more useful habits.
Motivational Interviewing supports people who want to make changes but feel unsure where to start. Narrative and solution-focused strategies help people rewrite unhelpful stories and focus on next steps. Her style is straightforward and collaborative.
She listens first, then suggests small experiments and clear tools to try between sessions. People who prefer direct guidance and someone who will track progress over time often find this approach helpful. Joy tailors sessions to each person's goals and pace.
She emphasizes respect and compassion while helping people build skills to manage strong feelings and cope with life changes.
What Joy works with
Everything Joy lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Joy's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
Approaches Joy lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the person's lead so sessions match their needs and pace. This approach helps people who want a respectful space to talk through hard feelings and decide what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and acting. It is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and patterns that keep returning. Motivational Interviewing is a short, supportive way to build readiness for change by exploring personal goals and resolving mixed feelings.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, try different strategies, and adjust plans based on what helps. That means methods can shift over time as needs change and progress is tracked.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video works well for deeper conversations and exercises that benefit from visual connection. Phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging are helpful for quick check-ins, journaling-style updates, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
Questions people ask about Joy
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
The therapist works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, ADHD, LGBT-related issues, relationship concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is the general therapy style and approach?
The approach is client-centered and collaborative. Therapy uses practical methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused techniques to set goals and build skills.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has 14 years of professional work experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
The therapist holds a Vermont Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential, listed as LCMHC, and is based in Vermont.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.