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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and DBT methods
About Joanna
LCSW licensed in Connecticut with 25 years of experience, Joanna Hurt Sargeant helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She also focuses on communication problems, first responder and veteran issues, guilt and shame, infidelity, life purpose, multicultural concerns, postpartum depression, and self-love. Joanna works primarily in English and accepts international clients.
Joanna uses practical talk and skill-building to address clear problems. She draws on client-centered work to follow a person’s concerns, cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thoughts, and dialectical behavior strategies to teach emotional regulation. Mindfulness and solution-focused steps are part of sessions when useful.
Sessions begin by identifying what matters most and setting small, concrete goals. She helps people notice patterns, try new responses, and track progress between meetings. Sessions combine discussion with hands-on exercises, brief skill practice, and homework when it helps a person make steady change.
Her approach suits people who want direct, clear tools for managing anxiety, improving relationships, or recovering from trauma. Joanna pays attention to cultural background and military experiences as relevant to a person’s story.
People who prefer specific, goal-oriented work will find a straightforward style. Joanna encourages tracking results and adjusting plans as needed. To start, readers are advised to confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
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How Joanna’s approaches translate to remote work
Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s concerns and priorities. Sessions focus on listening and reflecting to build a plan that matches what someone wants to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety and shift mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete tools for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness.The therapist will work with each person to figure out which approach or mix of approaches fits best. Finding the right method is collaborative - goals, past efforts, and preferences guide decisions. Joanna will adjust techniques over time based on what helps most.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and remove the need to travel. Licensed professionals can use a range of conversation-based methods remotely, and Joanna applies the same goal-focused, skills-oriented exercises whether sessions are in-person or held through supported formats. Please confirm how sessions are delivered when you arrange the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional focuses include communication problems, first responder and veteran issues, guilt and shame, infidelity, life purpose, multicultural concerns, postpartum depression, and self-love.
What is her therapy style?
Her work combines client-centered listening with skills-based methods. Sessions use practical exercises, thought work, and behavioral strategies to address clear goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional experience. That span includes work with trauma, relational issues, and stress management.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut. Her practice is listed as Connecticut based.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. She also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options and formats before booking to know whether remote or in-person meetings are offered.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific fees during the intake process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process starts the intake and scheduling steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.