Arroyo Grande
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
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Joy Souza

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT

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4 Endorsed
564 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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Available both in-person and online
564 Camino Mercado Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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Do daily tasks feel overwhelming? Does the world feel slightly off it's axis? Do you find it difficult to connect with people at this point in your life? Before you read on, please take a deep breath and know that you are not alone. My life experiences & work allow me to connect deeply with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficulty coping with life stressors.
I work with a diverse group of clients from a variety of socio-economic, cultural, & racial backgrounds, as well as clients from various sexual orientations & identities. I am LGBTQIA2S+ & neurodivergent affirming. I am passionate about continuing to learn & grow in order to be a better therapist & community member.
My goal is to provide you with an empathetic, supportive, & safe space for you to explore your inner world, while helping you recognize your strengths & develop new coping strategies. Finding support can be an exhausting process so, I commit to responding to your request within 3 business days. I look forward to partnering with you.
Call or Joy Souza now for a free 15 minute consultation - (530) 287-8391

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maddox Therapy and Associates

564 Camino Mercado

Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 map

 (530) 287-8391

Holly Lien Therapy

1736 Picasso Avenue

Davis, CA 95618 map
Hello! I provide in person counseling in AG if you have CenCal. I provide telehealth for Anthem & UC Davis. Private pay is CA wide.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (530) 287-8391
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maddox Therapy and Associates

564 Camino Mercado

Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 map

 (530) 287-8391

Holly Lien Therapy

1736 Picasso Avenue

Davis, CA 95618 map
Hello! I provide in person counseling in AG if you have CenCal. I provide telehealth for Anthem & UC Davis. Private pay is CA wide.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Apple Cash, Cash, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • CenCal
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If you are a private pay college student, I encourage you to reach out to me to discuss the sliding scale. Therapy should be accessible to all. Note: I can provide a super bill for clients.
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (530) 287-8391
"
If you are a private pay college student, I encourage you to reach out to me to discuss the sliding scale. Therapy should be accessible to all. Note: I can provide a super bill for clients.
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (530) 287-8391

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 140627 Supervised by Holly Lien (California / 35076) Kaelin Joy Souza
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Joy anticipates being fully licensed by Fall 2026. She holds a MA in counseling with pupil personnel services credential. She has been providing counseling in K-12 & college settings for over 15 years. She has been in private practice for three additional years as she holds a MA in MFT, too.
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (530) 287-8391
"
Joy anticipates being fully licensed by Fall 2026. She holds a MA in counseling with pupil personnel services credential. She has been providing counseling in K-12 & college settings for over 15 years. She has been in private practice for three additional years as she holds a MA in MFT, too.
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (530) 287-8391

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (530) 287-8391
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (530) 287-8391

4 Endorsements

April Madden
April Madden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I wholeheartedly recommend this therapist for anyone feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or off-balance in their daily life. Their ability to normalize struggle while offering genuine compassion immediately helps clients feel less alone.
Kristin Cullen
Kristin Cullen
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
Joy is an amazing therapist who provides a calm and steady presence. She is empathetic, supportive, and safe space for Clients to explore their inner world. I highly recommend her.
Eliza Kimmel
Eliza Kimmel
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
Joy is a kind and thoughtful clinician. She is great at getting into the depths of a complicated situation and considering all of the people involved with empathy and kindness. This is why Joy works very well with couples, families, and children.
Allison Dubois
Allison Dubois
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Joy truly lives up to her name! She is a pleasure to work with & learn from, bringing a warm, empathic presence along w strong clinical foundation. She is thoughtful, knowledgeable, & grounded in research, making her an incredible colleague & clinician.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Humanistic
  • Narrative
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I choose the modality or type of therapy based on each client's unique needs. I'm naturally a narrative therapist and can explain what that means further with you. However, I find that our societal systems work well with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as it's widely used in schools and even in many work places. I am trained in EMDR Level 1 so if that interests you let me know!
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (530) 287-8391
"
I choose the modality or type of therapy based on each client's unique needs. I'm naturally a narrative therapist and can explain what that means further with you. However, I find that our societal systems work well with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as it's widely used in schools and even in many work places. I am trained in EMDR Level 1 so if that interests you let me know!
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (530) 287-8391

Location

Primary Location

Maddox Therapy and Associates

564 Camino Mercado

Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

(530) 287-8391

Email Me

Additional Location

Holly Lien Therapy

1736 Picasso Avenue

Davis, CA 95618

(530) 287-8391

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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Hello! I provide in person counseling in AG if you have CenCal. I provide telehealth for Anthem & UC Davis. Private pay is CA wide.
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (530) 287-8391
"
Hello! I provide in person counseling in AG if you have CenCal. I provide telehealth for Anthem & UC Davis. Private pay is CA wide.
Photo of Joy Souza, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Joy Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (530) 287-8391