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Dr. Joanna Menendez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC (she, ella)
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Atlanta, GA 30312
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Welcome! Hola! If you have been putting in the hard work all your life, expecting to feel fulfilled, stress-free, and just plain happy- but instead find yourself feeling exhausted, silenced, or experiencing self-doubt; know that you are not alone. And if you are nodding along, then you are definitely in the right place. You are here seeking support because you want to change that. No more feeling confused, stuck, or trying to fit into spaces that weren’t exactly made with you in mind. It is time to find your voice, increase your confidence, feel grounded, and own your sense of self and truth.
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I specialize in compassionate, collaborative therapy grounded in trauma-informed care and multicultural understanding. I create a safe, non-judgmental space to navigate depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma, and more. I believe in empowering you and reclaiming your identity. Together, we'll find solutions and foster resilience and growth together.
Grounded in kindness, genuine care, and a touch of humor, I bring years of clinical skills to our work together. You are the expert of your life, and I'm here to offer expertise in therapy to help us find relief and balance. Together, we'll navigate challenges with empathy and practical strategies, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Insurance
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
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Dr. Joanna Menendez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / LPC015297 Joanna Menendez
- In Practice for 16 Years
- License: Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors 95227 / 2024
- Attended Georgia State University , Ph.D., Graduated 2020
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
Austin, TX 78704
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
![Photo of Dr. Joanna Menendez, PhD, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9fd09e90-f784-45b2-864c-b41bd139a237/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Joanna Menendez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC