Joanne (Jody) Girou, LMSW

Joanne (Jody) Girou is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. She brings 24 years of experience to sessions and aims to make clients feel at ease from the first visit.

Jody works in a relaxed, non-judgmental style. She focuses on each person as an individual and uses strengths people already have to guide change. Conversations are practical and down-to-earth, so clients can use what they learn between appointments.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns including parenting challenges, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, trauma and grief. She also supports people dealing with caregiver strain and aging and geriatric issues. Sessions often include tools to manage emotions, improve communication, and cope with big transitions.

Jody draws from several therapeutic approaches to match what a client needs. She uses acceptance and commitment ideas to help people clarify values and take action. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to notice and adjust unhelpful thinking and behavior. Mindfulness and solution-focused strategies are woven in when they fit the goals.

Clients can expect a collaborative process where goals are set together and progress is reviewed along the way. Jody works from Michigan and conducts sessions in English. She encourages people to reach out and begin with a short matching questionnaire to find a good fit.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, value-driven steps. It often helps when someone feels stuck or unsure how to move forward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors that keep problems going, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy adds practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, including techniques for distress tolerance and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, test different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what works. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay focused on their needs and preferences.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as this profile does not list specific delivery methods. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people use tools learned in-session in real time at home or during a break. Licensed professionals work with clients to match approach and practical arrangements to everyday life.