I utilize a positive theoretical orientation which assumes that all individuals possess an innate desire for well-balanced emotional/mental health. I believe a person enters therapy with a strong wish, whether conscious or unconscious, to overcome obstacles and free themselves from constraints that are holding them back. I find that everyone needs a slightly different approach to accomplish these goals, so I adjust in technique for each specific challenge. I truly enjoy the experience of guiding my clients through this process and consider it a privilege to play such an important role in a person's life. “Crying does not indicate that you are weak. Since birth, it has always been a sign that you are alive.” ― Charlotte Brontë, Jane Eyre
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
I will spend some time getting to know you and the issues that brought you into treatment. I will use a formal, structured interview, or it may just feel like a more free-flowing conversation.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Theories in counseling are important. However, they are often overrated. I think the therapeutic alliance is much more important than being able to apply theory in practice. While theories in counseling are important, I believe clients benefit most when they have a real connection with their therapist.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Individuals With Mental Illness People With Emotional Difficulties Individuals With Behavior Problems or Addiction
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness therapy is a type of talk therapy that focuses on learning how to be more aware of thoughts, feelings, emotions, surroundings, and situations, and to reduce automatic responses.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT helps patients identify unhelpful or negative thinking, change inaccurate beliefs, change behaviors that might make depression worse, and interact with others in more positive ways.
15 ratings with written reviews
December 8, 2025
I felt safe and understood
October 20, 2025
I was really unsure how I would do with online therapy. Just had my first session today and I could not be happier. I was able to find someone who focused on my specific issues using the biography and was not disappointed during my session. She is warm and easy to talk to. I feel like I will be able to open up and really unpack my issues with her.
July 26, 2025
I absolutely loved my time with Jolie Ann, she had helped me get through some life stressors and allowed me the space to freely speak and not feel judged.