Joey Downey, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Joey Downey

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Mood Disorders

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Stress

Drug Addiction

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Person-Centered

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Existential

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Buddhist

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Joey Downey

Hi there, I'm Joey! I help adults heal from trauma, navigate life transitions including grief and end of life, and address anxiety and mood disorders. My work centers on helping you grieve losses, heal wounds, celebrate successes, and reimagine your future with compassion and expertise. My focus I work with adults experiencing depression, fear, anxiety, and trauma recovery. I support transgender and gender questioning individuals with their journeys. Many clients come to me after abuse or during periods of darkness, seeking tools like coping skills, mindfulness, and strategies for lasting recovery. My approach By exploring current and past interpersonal patterns, we'll uncover early relationship dynamics so you can choose healthier roles and take the driver's seat in your life. Our therapeutic relationship becomes a space to examine patterns and adjust problematic roles, helping you become your best self. My communication style I'm a direct communicator and empathic listener who uses honesty and humor to meet you where you are. You'll feel accepted, validated, and empowered. Our work together will be energetic and at times fun, creating a space where growth feels natural. My journey to mental healthcare I've always been fascinated by human behavior and resiliency. Following my own deep dive into life and loss, I pursued training in trauma treatment, crisis intervention, grief work, substance abuse recovery, and gender care to help others navigate their most challenging moments. My goals for you We'll collaborate on goals, assignments, and reading suggestions that support your growth, wellness, and awareness. Sessions become a safe haven to explore early relationships and cognitive stuck points, working through the aftermath toward healing. Our first session A first session with me will be both warm and welcoming. Getting to know you, your history, and the issues that led you to make the brave decision to enter therapy will be the initial focus of our work.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

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Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

California Institute of Integral Studies, Master's in Integral Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1396042149

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What practice does Joey Downey work with?

Joey Downey works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Joey Downey?

Joey Downey frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Joey Downey on their profile.