- Family and parenting
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma informed
About Joanne
Joanne Sizemore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 25 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression. Parents who are struggling with parenting challenges or custody and visitation issues can find practical support. Joanne also addresses family conflict and the effects of trauma and abuse.
Joanne aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about difficult feelings. Sessions are meant to be straightforward and supportive, with attention to immediate concerns and everyday pressures. She emphasizes clear communication and listening so each person feels heard.
Her background includes long-term work in family-related concerns, parenting support, and mediation around child custody and visitation. That experience informs how she helps people map out next steps and practical strategies. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work without using jargon.
Joanne encourages small, achievable changes that fit into daily life. She recognizes that starting therapy can feel scary and offers steady support through that first step. People who want a calm, practical approach to family and parenting challenges may find her style helpful.
How therapeutic techniques translate to online care
Joanne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work in clear, practical terms. She focuses on approaches that help people manage stress and anxiety by identifying patterns in daily life and practicing new coping skills. She also applies methods aimed at processing trauma and abuse in paced, supportive steps so difficult memories and reactions can be addressed safely.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Joanne will work with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level. Together they review what is working and adjust methods as needed so the plan stays practical and relevant.
If you plan to try online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins during a lunch break or between errands. Some formats also let people choose not to use video when that makes sense, and others require less bandwidth for a simpler experience. Ask about current session options when you schedule so you can pick the setup that best fits your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Joanne help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and child custody or visitation matters.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Joanne creates an open, nonjudgmental space and focuses on clear communication and practical steps. She emphasizes listening and straightforward support.
What is her professional background?
She has 25 years of professional work experience, with long-term focus on family-related concerns, parenting, and custody matters.
What credentials and location are listed for Joanne?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, listed as LMFT, and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with Joanne?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.