Jo Ann Farmer, LPC

Jo Ann Farmer is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) with 19 years in the behavioral health field. She moved into counseling after receiving help during a difficult time in her own life, and now focuses on offering steady, practical support to people facing hard moments. Her approach is personal and warm, and she brings a faith-informed perspective when clients request it.

Jo Ann listens actively and helps clients name what matters most to them. She uses conversational, easy-to-follow techniques rather than jargon. Sessions focus on concrete steps people can try between meetings to feel better and manage stress more effectively.

Her background includes work with survivors of child abuse, trauma, domestic violence, divorce, family separation, and blended family conflicts. She also supports people dealing with addiction, anger, low self-esteem, grief, and major life changes. Aging and geriatric issues are listed among her additional focus areas.

Jo Ann draws on several practical therapy methods to fit each person's needs. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow a person's own pace and goals, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tackle unhelpful thinking and behavior, and Solution-Focused Therapy to build small, measurable changes. She tailors tools to the client's readiness to engage.

People who want a caring listener and clear next steps may find her style helpful. Jo Ann practices in Georgia and works in English. She welcomes people from different backgrounds and aims to help them find steady, realistic ways forward.

How her approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's goals. In practice this means the therapist mirrors what the person says, asks gentle questions, and helps clients set their own priorities for change. It suits people who want an empathetic, paced process.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses straightforward exercises and small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and change unhelpful coping habits. Clients leave sessions with specific skills to practice between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about their needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as the client progresses.

Please confirm which session formats Jo Ann currently offers before booking. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help people fit sessions into busy lives. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to keep appointments during work or caregiving breaks. Many licensed professionals adapt CBT and Client-Centered techniques effectively for remote sessions, focusing on practical strategies and clear homework to support progress.