MEET JOANNE
MSW • LICSW • AUTHOR • SPEAKER
(she/her/hers)
Joanne is widely recognized for her ability to bridge clinical expertise with practical teaching. She has spent decades mentoring therapists, presenting at conferences, and consulting with professionals seeking to deepen their work with complex trauma and dissociation. Colleagues know her for her clarity, generosity, and ability to translate challenging material into tools that are both accessible and effective. Her leadership in the trauma and dissociation field has fostered collaborative learning communities where clinicians feel both supported and challenged to grow.
MY PHILOSOPHY & GOAL
Advancing Trauma-Informed Practice
My mission is to equip clinicians with the knowledge and confidence to work effectively with C-PTSD and dissociative disorders. Based on research and years of experience in the trauma dissociation field, I aim to expand the field’s understanding of how modalities such as IFS, EMDR, and clinical hypnosis can be adapted to meet the needs of complex clients.
Through training, consultation, and writing, I strive to advance best practices while encouraging clinicians to use their current skills, to expand their knowledge and to work in partnership with their clients lived experiences. At the heart of my work is a commitment to building a community of practitioners who approach trauma treatment with skill, compassion, and respect for the resilience of their clients.
JOANNE'S EXPERIENCE
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Massacusetts
Master of Social Work (MSW) | Boston University
Approved EMDR Consultant | EMDRIA
Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapist
Trauma & Recovery Trainer/Facilitator | Humanitarian Assistance Program (HAP)
Approved Consultant | American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH)
Fellow | International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD)
2025 ISSTD's Frank Putnam Award Recipient | awarded for an outstanding book that significantly contributes to our knowledge and understanding in the field of trauma and dissociation
Past President | New England Society for the Treatment of Trauma and Dissociation (NESTTD)
Over 30 years in private practice specializing in complex PTSD and dissociative disorders