Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 70 ratings

Joy Watkins

LCSW, 22 years of experience

Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Virtual
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Healing and restoring individuals and couples as a Therapist and Consultant specializing in Mental Health and Substance Abuse for 20+ years. I have worked with Adults, Adolescents, Teens and Young Adults extensively. I specialize in CBT Therapy, CBT Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Domestic Violence and Strengths Based Therapy. For individuals or couple experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, fears or any other Mental Health issues I can assist you with combating these issues that are affecting your daily life using a strengths base approach.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strengths as a provider is developing a great working relationship with my clients so they can become comfortable enough to confide in me and seek my guidance as needed to accomplish their goals to manage stress, depression, anger, anxiety, relationship problems and issues at work.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with individuals and couples of all ages including adults, young adults, and teenagers. My clients are generally looking to improve their lives and regulate their emotions daily. They work with me for problem solving, active listening, empathy and goal setting. LGBTQ+ Friendly.

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 70 ratings

6 ratings with written reviews

June 30, 2025

First time meeting with Joy and it was good session. She recommended a few things to try to overcome me keeping things in and having more of an open dialogue with my wife. Also recommended getting out more, try more hobbies and attempt to make friends.

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 1 with Joy

June 13, 2025

Mrs. Joy Watkins feels like home. You can literally talk to her about anything and receive direct and nurturing responses. She requires accountability and a solution based approach to your challenges, all while relating to you instead of talking AT YOU.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 2 with Joy

May 26, 2025

Joy is definitely a good spirit and very understanding. She’s an incredible therapist that offers a lot of insight and empathy to whatever it is you may be struggling with. While she isn’t supposed to be one of your friends she shares the excitement and joy with your milestones like a friend would!

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 10 with Joy

About Joy Watkins

Joy Watkins offers therapy covered by UCare - Medicaid in Minnesota.

Appointments

Virtual