Jo Ann McClure is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and low self esteem. She has been practicing since 2007 and brings 18 years of experience to her work. Her approach is warm and straightforward, aimed at making sessions feel like a real conversation rather than a lecture.
She uses a person-centered style that focuses on what matters to the individual. Jo Ann combines practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy with mindfulness and solution-focused ideas. That mix helps people notice patterns, try small changes, and build coping skills that fit everyday life.
Jo Ann describes her manner as genuine and interactive. She aims to treat everyone with respect and without stigmatizing labels. In sessions she listens first, then tailors the plan to the person's needs and goals.
Her background includes a Master’s degree in Community Counseling earned in 2007 from Mount Mary University and licensure in Wisconsin. Over nearly two decades she has worked with people dealing with trauma or abuse as well as issues such as compassion fatigue, anger, intimacy concerns, ADHD, and life transitions.
People who choose her can expect practical conversation, empathy, and collaborative planning. She emphasizes small, doable steps and supports people as they practice new skills between meetings.
How Jo Ann’s Approaches Work Online
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s experience and priorities. It emphasizes listening, empathy, and responding to what the client brings up so goals come from the client rather than being imposed by the therapist. This approach helps with self esteem, relationship concerns, and life changes.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. Sessions often include identifying unhelpful patterns and practicing small changes. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, anger, and coping skills for everyday stress.
Mindfulness therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts and bodily reactions without getting swept up in them. Practices may include brief exercises to reduce reactivity and increase focus, which can be useful for stress, compassion fatigue, and trauma-related symptoms.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jo Ann will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She adjusts the mix of strategies as people try ideas and report what helps.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, avoid travel time, and continue continuity of care when schedules change. It also lets people pick approaches that work for their situation and practice new skills between sessions.
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She works with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting and relationship issues, as well as self esteem and depression. The list also includes trauma and abuse, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and many life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm, genuine and interactive. She listens first, then tailors sessions to what each person needs.
What is her professional background?
She earned a Master’s Degree in Community Counseling from Mount Mary University in 2007 and has worked in the field for 18 years.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an LPC in Wisconsin and practices from that state.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients, so people outside the U.S. can inquire about working together.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy match?
Select the continue button on this profile, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.