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Joanna Clayton

Meet Joanna Clayton

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

Joanna Clayton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with specialized experience working with adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, social issues, and autism spectrum disorder. During this critical developmental period, she understands the complexities of self-worth issues, academic and career stress, sexuality, and family expectations. These stressors can lead to anxiety and depression, affecting the entire family. Joanna gets to the heart of why clients struggle and builds on their strengths while teaching them new skills to maximize their potential.

Joanna graduated Sum Cum Laude from Mercy College with a graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She completed her clinical training at the Mid-Fairfield Child Guidance Center. She has received advanced training in trauma-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and family therapy. She is also a Registered Behavior Technician, a nationally recognized professional who provided direct behavior-analytic services, aided in implementing behavior plans, and provided parent training.

Joanna offers individual and family psychotherapy through various modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Family Systems. Her extensive expertise includes anxiety disorders, communication issues, trauma-informed care, and parenting issues. Joanna is also skilled at developing tools that promote healthy communication in order to enhance empathy and adaptability.

Joanna’s mission is to help her clients explore and identify a deep understanding and acceptance of themselves through collaborative and compassionate treatment. Joanna aims to create an open environment that allows honest dialogue and effective communication. She believes every person has the capacity to make meaningful changes in their lives while helping clients build the necessary tools to cope with their challenges. Her goal is to create a safe environment where her clients can learn, grow, and heal.

Licenses

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, State of Connecticut (#002973)

Professional Memberships

· American Psychological Association (APA)

· Connecticut Psychological Association (CPA)

Affiliations