meet anne, counselor in missoula, MT

How I work with clients

I look forward to working with you to move in a new direction, with more authenticity and intention. We will address your concerns with the care they deserve, while allowing space for laughter, tears, weight, and levity.

Many people around me share that I  reflect persistence and determination, as well as kindness.  It is my hope that I bring this into session with you as we persevere in a caring way to find what helps you make the changes you deserve. That may mean exploring your values, practicing mindfulness, or working on skills to help you regulate your body and engage in life in a more present, more meaningful way.   

When working with clients, I bring decades of life experience to the relationship.  Having lived and reflected on being a human, a woman, a parent, a partner, and more, I can relate first-hand to some challenges you might face in these roles.  

I became a therapist after 20 years as a Spanish teacher…it’s never too late to make a change! I have an appreciation for different cultures and identities that originated growing up outside of Washington, D.C., and I carry that into my current life as a reader, traveler, advocate, and counselor.

As mentioned on my home page, I maintain a smaller counseling practice because it works for me and for my clients.  When I see fewer clients each day I have time to take care of myself, so I can focus on and support you better when we are together.   I have more time to prepare myself for sessions and to respond to your needs.  If you leave me a message, I will get back to you.  And occasionally, when life happens, being flexible means we can usually find an alternate time to accommodate the unexpected. 

Joy Anne Graham

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