She is amazing and very understanding
Dr. Joyce A. Griffin, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Joyce is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Joyce. View 34 reviews
- Great news, Joyce is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Dr. Griffin is practical, personal, and professional. Her compassionate manner makes it easy to quickly establish a bond of trust and her expertise help get to the heart of the matter. She has helped me during a time of difficulty and beyond.
More about Joyce
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
My approach to counseling is often didactic and is solution oriented. It is my opinion that clients come to counseling because they can not figure out what to do. So “teaching counseling” offers them new skills to use in their situation, as well as ideas to assist in coping in their world. I am somewhat eclectic in my approaches, realizing that everyone is unique, and one size does NOT fit all. I find a Cognitive Behavioral approach often encourages clients to set their own solution-focused path. I give feedback and assign homework tasks. I ask clients to join me in making a sort of treatment plan, and we work together on problem-solving. I periodically consult with trusted professional colleagues on a confidential bases, who practice outside of our local area.
It is not my style to see what others have reported about their own work. I march to my own drummer and do what I believe is right in each situation. It’s fine with me if I am the only one doing it the way I do it.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Joyce A. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740352715.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180.002027 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dr. Joyce A. Griffin
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is amazing and very understanding
Dr. Griffin is practical, personal, and professional. Her compassionate manner makes it easy to quickly establish a bond of trust and her expertise help get to the heart of the matter. She has helped me during a time of difficulty and beyond.
My first session was great. I really enjoyed talking to Dr. A. Griffin.
Dr. Griffin is a wonderful therapist. She responds quickly and insightfully, makes discussions enjoyable, and truly wants the best for her patients. I would absolutely recommend working with her!
So far so good with Dr. Griffin!
Dr. Griffin is the best therapist I’ve encountered! She’s solution-oriented, which is the best approach for someone like me, and she gets straight to the point about what things look like at their face and what needs to be done in the most simple manner. She does not make you feel bad about yourself or bad habits. She’s inspired me in such a short time to take my control back, and I’m so grateful to have been matched with her!
I love working with Joyce. She encourages and supports without pressuring. She gives me assignments and has helped so much with my spirituality. I struggle heavily with OCD/anxiety, I am also a sober addict and I would say I have anger to work on. Joyce offers so many suggestions and tools. She is great!! She is incredibly kind, and her kindness is sincere. She means a lot to me!
Highly recommend!
Best therapist I’ve ever had!
Patient. Understands my issues and thought process. Absolutely recommend.
Dr. Griffin is great to work with. I always look forward to talking to her. She provides keen insight, and is willing to work within my framework of beliefs, assigning me Bible readings along with the typical mental health exercises. She always answers messages within a day. Dr. Griffin is truly a blessing!
Dr. Griffin is a great therapist. She listens to you and understands your needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a therapist.
I like how she relates my situation to her own situations she has experienced. I believe it’s best when your therapist has been down the road you’re going through. This way you personally feel a connection because if she made it, I know I can too.
Dr Griffin has been a wise and appropriate therapist. She is calm and supportive. She is a joy to speak with.
Amazing. I would definitely recommend!
Dr. Griffin is a great match for me and I feel blessed that she "chose" me. I appreciate her experience, compassion, insight and penetrating questions. I highly value her Christian perspective and her prayers. I feel I have steadily moved toward my goals. God is not done with me yet - even in my "senior" years there is still room for progress.
Dr. Griffin is very compassionate and understanding.
I have been in therapy many times but no therapist in the past has the I understanding and concern of Dr.Griffin.
She is always helpful, caring, and professional.
She is Awsome
She’s absolutely amazing! She listens and incredibly insightful.
So good!
I love Dr. Griffin! She is so loving, easy to talk to, gives good homework, and provides biblical resources!
She’s a great listener.
Dr. Griffin is very loving and compassionate providing Christian-based therapy sessions and homework, as requested.
Dr. Joyce is absolutely amazing! I feel so connected to her. She understands me and gives me another way to view my situations. Very compassionate! Fun to talk to. I trust her with my life. I've had 3 other therapists in my journey in life and I never felt as safe and comfortable as I do with her. Such a wonderful therapist. I appreciate every word! Thank you for everything ❤️
She’s just awesome. I appreciate her expertise, especially how she is able to meld her training with biblical truths.
Dr. Griffin offers a calm and appropriately paced rhythm to her sessions. She has wisdom from life experiences and offers a vast amount of professional experience. I have appreciated her kindness and genuine interest in my journey. I would highly recommend her.
Thank you so much for your help!
Dr Griffin has been amazingly helpful for me as I get back on the mental health rails after a rough pandemic experience. At times my life has felt like a whirlwind - feels like I'm rediscovering my identity a little bit every day, and sometimes it's hard to know which way is up. Dr Griffin has helped me stay anchored, focus on what's important, and get through the erratic swings in anxiety which seem intent on derailing my career or relationship (they're not picky). She has been here for me nearly a year now, shared my excitement through so many good developments in my life, and been a voice of reason when I get caught up in my own thoughts. Thank you, Dr Griffin! You've made such a difference for me, and I know my life wouldn't be where it is without our conversations.
Dr. Griffin makes me feel heard and empowers me to find it within myself to achieve my goals. She is very easy to talk to and makes herself as available as possible. I would strongly encourage anyone in need of therapy to give Dr. Griffin a try
She is excellent! She is kind, supportive and fun :)
Dr. Griffin is awesome! She is so kind, caring, and you can tell she really wants to know her patient. I always look forward to our sessions.
I found Dr. Griffin through my company’s program, and I’m writing this review because I’m hoping it helps you find her too. Dr. Griffin is amazing and she’s the bright light to my week. From my first conversation with Dr. Griffin, I really felt she cared about getting to know me. Speaking with her is so easy; she’s kind, compassionate and really listens to understand my story and journey. Dr. Griffin is helping me build upon myself to get through this rough patch in my life and I highly recommend her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Joyce A. Griffin offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Joyce A. Griffin works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Joyce A. Griffin speak?
Dr. Joyce A. Griffin speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Joyce A. Griffin have?
Dr. Joyce A. Griffin has 30 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Joyce A. Griffin licensed to practice?
Dr. Joyce A. Griffin is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Dr. Joyce A. Griffin accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Joyce A. Griffin accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Joyce A. Griffin offer?
Dr. Joyce A. Griffin offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Joyce A. Griffin?
Dr. Joyce A. Griffin can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Joyce A. Griffin?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.