Joanne Scarrone , LPC

Joanne Scarrone brings two decades of experience to her practice as a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Seton Hill University and a master’s degree from Duquesne University. Early in her career she spent 11 years training and working alongside a psychologist, a formative period that expanded her understanding of how the brain and body interact and informed her approach to treatment.

Her work addresses a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem difficulties, grief and loss, stress, isolation, abandonment, trauma, relationship issues, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. She integrates practical techniques and compassionate listening, guided by the view that people are doing the best they can with the resources they have in the moment. Joanne draws on several therapeutic methods to tailor care to each individual’s needs.

In addition to her clinical work, she enjoys gardening and painting. Her favorite artistic focus is portraiture, where she aims to capture not just a likeness but a person's essence. Joanne’s combination of clinical training, long-term mentorship, and creative sensitivity informs a thoughtful, person-centered practice.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Joanne uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the person’s experience guides the work. This approach emphasizes listening and empathy and is helpful for clients facing life transitions, low self-esteem, or grief.

She also applies cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT - which focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical for managing anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and anger by providing concrete tools and exercises.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Joanne partners with each person to explore what feels most useful given their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility to fit sessions into busy schedules and makes care accessible from home. Joanne conducts work via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to choose the format that best supports their comfort and lifestyle while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship with a licensed professional.