Joanna White, LISW

Joanna White brings a broad background in justice and social work to her therapeutic practice. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and spent many years working with the Prisoner Reentry population, gaining firsthand insight into the challenges faced by people transitioning back into their communities. That experience informed her decision to pursue a Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California while concurrently supporting women and men affected by domestic and sexual violence, which deepened her understanding of both survivor and offender perspectives.

Over an eight year career, she has worked extensively with people coping with trauma - including domestic and sexual violence and childhood trauma - as well as disordered eating, stress and anxiety, life transitions, parenting concerns, work-related stress, and the everyday pressures that accompany change. Joanna is a LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker, and she uses that clinical training to offer structured, evidence-informed support.

She approaches change as a journey and positions herself as a guide who helps individuals identify what makes sense for them. Her work emphasizes practical coping skills, clarity around personal values, and collaborative planning to move through difficult moments toward more sustainable functioning.