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Joanna Ottavio

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Arizona
Childhood trauma-Chronic illness-Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)-Adjustment difficulties & disorders-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-Self-esteem-

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Work and Education

Years of Experience: 10 years

Doane Counseling Services, PLLC, Owner & Operator
Community Bridges, Inc., Outpatient Counselor
Community Bridges, Inc., Behavioral Health Clinician

Arizona State University, Master of Social Work, 2014
Arizona State University, Bachelor of Social Work, 2012

Licensure

Arizona: LCSW-17859

Languages

English

Specialties

Childhood trauma - Learning how traumatic events in childhood can translate into adulthood; processing through difficult memories with the goal of moving past the experience and lingering symptoms

Chronic illness - Receiving a diagnosis; adjusting to lifestyle and medication changes; coping with related changes in mood, emotions, and relationships; managing symptoms and stress

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Recovering from the impact of long-term, repeated traumatic events, such as emotional abuse and neglect

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Due to my practice being full, I am not accepting new clients at this time.


Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$85 (60min)