Noreen Joyce, LCSW
Hawaii LCSW with 40 years experience
- Trauma and grief
- Relationship and family
- EMDR and hypnotherapy
About Noreen Joyce
Noreen Joyce is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Hawaii with four decades of experience supporting people through depression, trauma, serious mental illness, relationship and family of origin concerns, grieving, and complicated bereavement. She brings extensive clinical knowledge to each case and focuses on helping individuals navigate difficult emotional states and life transitions.
Noreen collaborates with clients to create individualized treatment plans that draw on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and existential approaches, tailoring interventions to the needs of each person. She also offers hypnotherapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) where clinically appropriate, integrating these tools into broader treatment goals to address traumatic memories and patterns that interfere with daily life.
Known for a warm and empathetic manner, Noreen aims to help people reduce doubts and emotional suffering and to discover more fulfilling ways of living. Her practice emphasizes respectful collaboration and practical, evidence-informed strategies to support healing and meaningful change.
Noreen collaborates with clients to create individualized treatment plans that draw on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and existential approaches, tailoring interventions to the needs of each person. She also offers hypnotherapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) where clinically appropriate, integrating these tools into broader treatment goals to address traumatic memories and patterns that interfere with daily life.
Known for a warm and empathetic manner, Noreen aims to help people reduce doubts and emotional suffering and to discover more fulfilling ways of living. Her practice emphasizes respectful collaboration and practical, evidence-informed strategies to support healing and meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stress
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Noreen Joyce have?
Noreen Joyce has 40 years of experience.
Is Noreen Joyce a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LCSW. License details: HI LCSW LCSW-3693.
In which languages does Noreen Joyce provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Noreen Joyce located?
She is located in Hawaii.
How can I work with Noreen Joyce as my therapist?
You can work with Noreen Joyce through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Noreen Joyce work with international clients?
Yes, Noreen Joyce works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Noreen Joyce cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where the client’s own goals and insights guide the process. It helps people build self-understanding, confidence, and stronger decision-making skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines how thoughts and behaviors interact and uses practical strategies to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns by teaching skills for managing symptoms and changing responses. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) addresses distressing memories and the emotions tied to them through structured processing techniques that can reduce the intensity of traumatic recollections.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then recommends or integrates approaches that best fit the individual’s situation. This collaborative planning helps ensure therapy stays focused and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations. For many people, virtual formats support regular engagement and practical progress toward therapy goals.