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Joana Couto
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
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Joana Couto

Counselor, LPC, NCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
Often times we seek therapy because of struggles in relationships, adjusting to a new phase in life, uncertainty about the future, family stress, anxiety, & depression. You don't need to wait until you are in crisis to get help. Learning the balance between self-care & community care is a practice. Together we can explore different tools that can support you to work through emotions & patterns that may have happened in the past, but are playing a part in your desire to grow now. We don't choose what happens to us, but it is part of our journey to work through them. Our work together is to increase your choices and awareness.
Joana is a first-generation Portuguese American who works with diverse adults and couples. She is warm and nonjudgmental. Her therapeutic work incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (mindfulness, distress tolerance), Expressive Art Techniques, Gottman Couples Therapy, & Narrative Therapy. Also offering walk-and-talk therapy!
It is a privilege for me to be able to work alongside you toward your goals. There are many seasons throughout our lives and each one calls for different tasks and tools that we can explore together.
Call or Joana Couto now for a free 15 minute consultation - (609) 336-3012 x701

My Practice at a Glance

Pennington, NJ 08534

(609) 336-3012 x701

Princeton, NJ 08540


Available both in-person and online

I specialize in Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression
$175 Per Session
I see individuals, couples and groups

My Practice at a Glance

Pennington, NJ 08534

(609) 336-3012 x701

Princeton, NJ 08540


Available both in-person and online

I specialize in Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression
$175 Per Session
I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Visa
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00834600
  • Certificate from Lighthouse Counseling & Sand Play Training Center, Sand Play Therapy
  • Attended The College of New Jersey, Masters
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Gottman Level 1 Training, Emotion Focused Couples Externship, DBT training, 200-hour yoga teacher training specializing in restorative yoga.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
"
Gottman Level 1 Training, Emotion Focused Couples Externship, DBT training, 200-hour yoga teacher training specializing in restorative yoga.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Premarital / Couples Counseling
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC

6 Endorsements

Gabrielle Falco
Gabrielle Falco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist,  LCSW,  LCADC
Joana has extensive experience working with children, teens, families, and couples. She's not afraid to tackle the messy stuff with her clients, all of whom she holds with such compassion.
Lauren Summer Peck
Lauren Summer Peck
Licensed Professional Counselor,  MA,  LPC,  LCADC,  PMH-C
Joana has been a wonderful colleague who I have been able to learn with and from. I think any client would find care and comfort from Joana.
Emily Gilmore
Emily Gilmore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist,  MSW,  LCSW
Joana is a creative and empathic therapist with a grounding presence. Joana provides client-centered treatment and is highly skilled in Sand Tray Therapy.
Kaylee Rose Friedman
Kaylee Rose Friedman
Licensed Professional Counselor,  MA,  LPC
Joana is a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who's work is also her purpose. She is constantly learning and improving her skills, she practices what she preaches, and genuinely cares about everyone she works with!
Samantha Mackintosh
Samantha Mackintosh
Licensed Professional Counselor,  MA,  LPC,  NCC
Joana is a top-notch, uber passionate therapist. When she is with a client, she is 100% present for her client to provide non-judgemental empathy. Bilingual, she loves being able to serve Portuguese-speaking clients, increasing treatment accessibility.
Chiara Barone
Chiara Barone
Licensed Professional Counselor,  LPC,  LCADC
Joana brings a wonderful calming presence to all her interactions, and she is extremely knowledgeable. As a colleague I look to her for so many lessons and guidance through life and our practice.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Body Positivity
Queer Allied

I also speak

Portuguese

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Body Positivity
Queer Allied

I also speak

Portuguese

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gottman Method
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Jungian
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC

Location

Primary Location

Pennington, NJ 08534

(609) 336-3012 x701

Additional Location

Princeton, NJ 08540

(609) 336-3012 x701
Call for a free consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Last Modified: 8 Jul 2023