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JoAnn DePetro, LMFT

Experienced California LMFT for relationships and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Family and relationships

About JoAnn DePetro

JoAnn DePetro is a California-licensed LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - with 40 years of professional experience. She has built a career supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and depression, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs.

Her work also addresses related concerns such as abandonment, body image, communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, mood disorders, narcissism, panic disorder and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and phobia, and women's issues. She draws on a range of clinical approaches - including Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Systemic Therapy - to shape interventions that fit each situation.

JoAnn approaches work with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she is committed to supporting people who take the step toward a more fulfilling and happier life.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does JoAnn DePetro have?

JoAnn DePetro has 40 years of professional experience.

Is JoAnn DePetro a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). License details: CA LMFT 12371.

In which languages does JoAnn DePetro provide therapy?

JoAnn DePetro provides therapy in English.

Where is JoAnn DePetro located?

JoAnn DePetro is located in California.

How can I work with JoAnn DePetro as my therapist?

You can work with JoAnn DePetro through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does JoAnn DePetro work with international clients?

Yes, JoAnn DePetro works with international clients.

How much does therapy with JoAnn DePetro 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 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.

Could Remote Therapy Work For Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can really make a difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy can offer outcomes comparable to traditional in-person sessions and serve as an effective way to address these issues.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with their therapist in the format that fits their routine and comfort level: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain regular care without rearranging work or family commitments.

Licensed professionals provide these options, and if someone decides they would prefer a different therapeutic match they can switch to another therapist at any time. For many people, the combination of accessible scheduling and multiple communication choices makes online therapy a practical path to getting support.

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