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- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Grief and loss
About Joan
LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in Minnesota with 11 years of professional experience. Joan Bullemer helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, effects of trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. She works directly with people who are coping with these issues and offers practical, conversational support to address day-to-day struggles.
Joan focuses on clear, respectful dialogue. She adapts conversations and plans to the needs a person brings to sessions. Sessions focus on problem solving, learning coping strategies, and making small changes that fit into everyday life.
Her background includes more than a decade in clinical work in Minnesota. Over that time she has supported people dealing with caregiving stress, aging and geriatric issues, chronic illness and pain, and codependency concerns. She also has experience with family of origin issues, communication problems, and difficulties that follow divorce and separation.
Joan has worked with people affected by domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, dissociation, and first responder stress. She also addresses forgiveness, guilt, and shame when those themes come up in therapy. Her approach is practical and person-centered, aimed at helping people make manageable changes.
Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not accepted. Joan’s practice uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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Approaches and what online sessions involve
Joan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches coping methods for stress and anxiety, such as breathing, grounding, and pacing activities to reduce day-to-day overwhelm. These techniques help people manage symptoms and regain steadier functioning.She also applies trauma-informed strategies that help people process difficult experiences at a manageable pace. This involves pacing the conversation, recognizing triggers, and developing safety and stabilization skills before addressing memories and meanings.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Joan collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level. She adjusts methods over time based on how well they are helping and what the person prefers.
Confirm the currently offered session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with Joan about scheduling needs and session length when you complete the matching questionnaire and set up the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and family of origin issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses direct conversation and practical strategies. Sessions emphasize problem solving and coping skills tailored to each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That experience includes work with first responder stress and domestic violence contexts.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - licensed in Minnesota. Her practice is based in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. The cost varies depending on location.
What do I need to do to start?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.