Therapist profile
Jo Ann Farmer, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Parenting and Relationships
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- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and DBT methods
- Parenting support
About Jo
Jo Ann Farmer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with 19 years of experience. She works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Sessions reflect her background in behavioral health and her own experience of seeking counseling during a difficult time.
Her style is personable and interactive. She uses straightforward conversation to help people identify practical steps they can take. She often draws on biblical principles alongside therapeutic methods when that fits a client's preferences. She aims to be a steady, listening presence while helping people organize their next steps.
She has worked with survivors of child abuse, trauma, domestic violence, divorce, family separation, and blended family conflicts. She also addresses concerns such as abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment questions, hospice and end-of-life matters, and multicultural concerns. Her experience includes supporting people dealing with first responder stresses and coping after disasters.
Jo Ann uses a mix of approaches chosen for each person's situation. These include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. She applies these methods to problems like depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and relationship difficulties.
People who prefer a direct, interactive counselor and who want practical tools alongside conversational support may find her approach a fit. She works in English and accepts international clients. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Jo Ann uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy among other methods. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative conversation where the person directs the topics and the counselor listens and reflects to help clarify goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will discuss options with each person and choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and ability to engage. That decision is shared and can be adjusted as sessions progress.
The original biography did not list specific online session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people continue therapy when they move or travel across regions. Licensed professionals tailor session length and frequency to what fits a person’s schedule and goals.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family life?
She works with parenting challenges, relationship issues, grief after family loss, blended family conflicts, and adoption or foster care concerns.
How does she approach counseling sessions?
Her style is personable and interactive. She uses conversation and practical steps drawn from Client-Centered, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused methods.
How long has she been working in behavioral health?
She has 19 years of experience in the behavioral health field, including work with trauma, domestic violence survivors, and family separation.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing in Georgia.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process of meeting with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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