LCSW, 22 years of experience
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Joy Watkins offers therapy covered by UCare - Medicaid in Minnesota.