Licensed to practice in 4 states and accepts 54 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and 10 more.

Joy Watkins

LCSW, 22 years of experience

Clients say this provider is

Warm
Authentic
Empowering
VirtualAvailable

About me

Healing and restoring individuals and couples as a Therapist and Consultant specializing in Mental Health , conflict resolution 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.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Anger Management

Grief

Self Esteem

Identifies as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Accepts

Location

Virtual

, 141 ratings

21 ratings with written reviews

August 26, 2026

She was very warm and friendly. Provided great feedback and solutions. I left the meeting feeling ready to solve my problems. I recommend.

Verified client, age 18-24
Review shared after session 1 with Joy

August 24, 2026

Very helpful and supportive without judgements.

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Joy

August 19, 2026

I believe that Joy has a vested interest in helping break down barriers and create solutions that are easier to understand and implement.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 5 with Joy