Joanne (Jody) Girou , LMSW

Joanne (Jody) Girou is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 24 years of experience supporting both children and adults. She has worked across a range of needs, including ADHD, Autism, anxiety, parenting challenges, depression, relationship concerns, and trauma, and draws on that broad background to tailor care to each person's situation.

Her therapeutic stance is warm, supportive, and non-judgmental, creating a relaxed environment where clients can feel at ease while exploring difficult issues. Her approach is fundamentally person-centered, emphasizing clients' existing strengths as the foundation for growth and healing. She integrates multiple intervention styles to fit individual needs while keeping the client's goals and values at the center of the work.

Joanne focuses on practical, collaborative work that aims to improve coping, communication, and overall functioning for individuals and families. She is not currently accepting new clients, but her profile reflects a long-standing commitment to strength-based, compassionate social work practice in Michigan.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support

Joanne integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy into her work. ACT helps clients clarify personal values and build meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance skills that can support emotion regulation, stress reduction, and improved focus.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Joanne works with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adapts techniques over time so the therapy aligns with what the client needs.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging - which helps people maintain continuity of care across busy schedules and different locations. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver focused, consistent support while making it easier for clients to access help when they need it most.