- 40 years experience
- Collaborative approach
- Trauma informed care
About JoAnn
JoAnn DePetro is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 40 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship tensions, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and depression. JoAnn aims to meet each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion so they feel heard and safe enough to talk about hard things.
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. JoAnn listens first and then shapes a plan that fits the person sitting across from her. She focuses on real-life problems like communication breakdowns, feelings of isolation or shame, panic attacks, and persistent low mood. Expect practical conversations that connect feelings to everyday behavior.
JoAnn draws on several approaches to guide work together. Attachment-based ideas help map how early bonds shape current relationships. Emotionally-focused methods look at feelings beneath the conflict. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, may be used when trauma memories interfere with daily life.
She also uses client-centered and existential perspectives to honor each person’s values and help find meaning when things feel overwhelming. JoAnn will tailor discussions and steps to your specific needs rather than follow a one-size-fits-all plan.
Taking a first step can feel scary. JoAnn offers steady support while you explore changes, build coping skills, and work toward a more satisfying life.
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. JoAnn listens first and then shapes a plan that fits the person sitting across from her. She focuses on real-life problems like communication breakdowns, feelings of isolation or shame, panic attacks, and persistent low mood. Expect practical conversations that connect feelings to everyday behavior.
JoAnn draws on several approaches to guide work together. Attachment-based ideas help map how early bonds shape current relationships. Emotionally-focused methods look at feelings beneath the conflict. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, may be used when trauma memories interfere with daily life.
She also uses client-centered and existential perspectives to honor each person’s values and help find meaning when things feel overwhelming. JoAnn will tailor discussions and steps to your specific needs rather than follow a one-size-fits-all plan.
Taking a first step can feel scary. JoAnn offers steady support while you explore changes, build coping skills, and work toward a more satisfying life.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.