What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.78
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Joie is incredible. She connects with my daughter and helps to create a safe, comfortable place for her to express herself.”
Less than 1 year ago
“My first session with Joie was fantastic! I was a little nervous since I hadn’t been to therapy in a couple years, but within the first 5 minutes of meeting I was at ease. Joie is a great communicator and listener, looking forward to having future sessions with her. ”
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About Joie Pecoraro
Focus areas
Anxiety
Identity Crisis
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Burnout
Loneliness
Self Esteem Issues
Codependency
Perfectionism
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Exposure Response Prevention
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Joie Pecoraro
Joie earned her Bachelor of Psychology from Illinois State University, and her love of learning and empathetic nature propelled her into the realm of mental health. With a natural capacity for spiritually attuning to others, she received her Master of Social Work and began her career working in the public school system. It is there where she discovered her adoration for working with children, adolescents, and anyone who finds themselves in a stage of processing and transition. Joie believes that healing occurs through creativity, intention, and a deep-seated desire to understand what lies beneath. With a knack for creating a grounded, healing space, Joie is confident that mental-emotional wellness and physical comfort are accessible to all with persistence and effort. When working with clients, Joie shines a flashlight to areas in need of loving-kindness and care.
Joie utilizes elements of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to help clients find a sense of presence. When appropriate and relevant, she enjoys incorporating elements of play, nature, art, movement, and sound in her therapeutic work. Joie posits that the therapeutic process is a sacred one. As such, she allows clients to lead her in determining what makes their therapeutic journey meaningful, no matter their stage of life. Joie believes that the mind is a garden in which clients do the tending, trimming, and harvesting. The therapist just fills the watering can.
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Office location
Joie Pecoraro, LSW also offers online video visits for patients
Light On Anxiety - Wilmette (In-person)
3330 Old Glenview Rd, Ste 14, Wilmette, IL 60091
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Illinois State University, Master's in Social Work
- Illinois State University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1184420226
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.78
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Joie is incredible. She connects with my daughter and helps to create a safe, comfortable place for her to express herself.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
My therapist is very kind and actively listens while making me challenge my negative thoughts.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
The ability to speak openly, while being challenged to think
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Joie is amazing - kind, engaging, thoughtful. We are BIG fans!
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Great staff and pretty good flexibility on appointments
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Quick access to appointments, kind and helpful staff
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I was able to play with blocks and I have a snack.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
My first session with Joie was fantastic! I was a little nervous since I hadn’t been to therapy in a couple years, but within the first 5 minutes of meeting I was at ease. Joie is a great communicator and listener, looking forward to having future sessions with her.
June 5, 2025Initials hidden
All emails have been answered in a timely manner and all phone calls have been answered nicely. The intake was a good experience.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Great communication with the therapist
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Really appreciate the therapist, Joie
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Joie Pecararo is an excellent social worker. She communicates well with our son and with us. We, as parents are very grateful to have Joie working with our son because her communication and services are amazing. She is very young, but very effective. She is dedicated, compassionate, committed, and an outstanding social worker.
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People are friendly
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Was easy to gain access to a counselor, which is huge these days. Local office in convenient location. Free parking. Sweet and understanding therapist.
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What practice does Joie Pecoraro work with?
Joie Pecoraro works with Light On Anxiety Treatment Centers.
Where is Joie Pecoraro's office located?
Joie Pecoraro has 2 office locations, including in Chicago and Wilmette, view full addresses on Joie Pecoraro's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Joie Pecoraro?
Joie Pecoraro frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Joie Pecoraro on their profile.
What languages does Joie Pecoraro speak?
Joie Pecoraro speaks English.
How do patients rate Joie Pecoraro in reviews?
23 patients have reviewed Joie Pecoraro. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.78/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.