Joann Chavez-Holder , LCSW

Joann Chavez-Holder is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky with 20 years of professional experience. She has spent more than 15 years working directly with children and families to improve communication and strengthen relationships, and she has supported people facing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, physical trauma, and emotional abuse. The LCSW credential denotes advanced training in clinical social work and the skills to provide assessment and therapy.

Her counseling style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on the person rather than a diagnosis. Joann blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed methods to craft treatment that addresses both immediate symptoms and underlying patterns. She tailors conversations and care plans to each individual or family, adjusting techniques to match specific needs and goals.

Joann frames therapy as a collaborative process that honors courage and readiness for change. She aims to support and empower people as they move toward greater fulfillment, improved relationships, and better emotional wellbeing. Joann looks forward to working alongside clients who are ready to take the next step toward change.

Approaches and benefits of online therapy with a trauma-informed LCSW

Joann frequently integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy into her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and ongoing mood challenges.

She also uses Trauma-Focused Therapy when past traumatic experiences are central to a person’s struggles. This approach emphasizes safety, stabilization, and processing trauma at a pace that fits the individual, supporting recovery from PTSD, abuse, and other trauma-related concerns. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Joann works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into a busy life, maintain continuity of treatment, and access support from home or another convenient location. Joann adapts her therapeutic methods to work effectively across these formats so clients can receive consistent, responsive care regardless of how they meet.