Joanie Defibaugh, LCSW, MO | Psychotherapist

About Joanie Defibaugh

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Adoption Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Work-Related Counseling

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

EMDR

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Joanie Defibaugh

Hi there, I'm Joanie! I'm so glad you're here. If you're feeling weighed down by anxiety, self-doubt, trauma, or life's transitions, you don't have to navigate it alone. My focus I enjoy working with individuals and families in a rural area and have had the privilege of supporting children, teens, and adults for more than 21 years. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, working through trauma, facing a life transition, grieving a loss, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to figure it out alone. My approach I use solution focused psychotherapy to offer support to children, adolescents, and adults. I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. My communication style By helping you feeling safe, heard, and understood, my goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can talk openly about whatever you're facing. I'll listen with compassion, help you make sense of your experiences, and support you every step of the way. Even when we're working through life's most difficult My journey to mental healthcare Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with many individuals who have experienced trauma, and I've seen firsthand how powerful the therapeutic relationship can be in fostering hope and healing. My goals for you I believe therapy works best when we work together as a team. We'll identify the goals that are most important to you, whether that's managing anxiety, improving relationships, building confidence, healing from past experiences, or creating positive changes in your life. As you grow and your needs evolve, we'll adjust our approach.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Missouri

Education and training

University of Missouri, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1417011313

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Joanie Defibaugh works with Rula Health - Missouri.

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