Joann Chavez-Holder , LCSW

Joann Chavez-Holder is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with two decades of experience in social work and clinical care. She has been licensed in Kentucky as an LCSW for the past 10 years and brings more than 15 years of experience working directly with children and families to improve communication and relational functioning. Her practice encompasses a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, as well as support for people who have experienced physical trauma and emotional abuse.

Her counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on each person as an individual, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to meet unique needs. Clinically, she integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed interventions to help clients build skills, process difficult experiences, and foster healthier coping patterns.

Joann emphasizes empowerment and collaboration, supporting clients through the courageous steps required to pursue a more satisfying and balanced life. She remains committed to guiding families and individuals toward practical, sustainable change and offers a steady, empathetic presence throughout the therapeutic process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Joann Chavez-Holder uses evidence-informed methods to address stress, anxiety, trauma, and family concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning practical skills to change them; it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and everyday coping challenges. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can support stress management, grief, and ongoing mood concerns. Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on understanding and processing traumatic experiences while building safety and resilience, making it appropriate for those who have experienced abuse or PTSD symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Joann works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts treatment plans over time as progress is made and as priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for busy lives. Sessions by video or phone allow for real-time conversation, while live chat and text-based messaging provide accessible options for check-ins, skill practice, or scheduling. These formats make it easier for clients and therapists to connect consistently and fit care into everyday routines.