Joanne Scarrone , LPC

Joanne Scarrone brings two decades of experience to her work with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, parenting concerns, and issues with self-esteem and sleep. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, she combines formal training with extensive clinical experience to help clients navigate life transitions and emotional pain. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Seton Hill University and a master’s degree from Duquesne University, then spent eleven years training and working alongside a psychologist, gaining a deeper understanding of how the brain and body interact.

Her practice integrates approaches that address depression, anxiety, grief and loss, isolation, abandonment, and coping skills for everyday stress. Joanne views people through a respectful, strengths-based lens and believes most individuals are doing the best they can with the resources they have. She draws on a mix of therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs and life stage, aiming to support practical change as well as personal insight.

Outside of clinical work, Joanne enjoys gardening and painting, with a passion for portraiture that seeks to capture not just likeness but a person’s essence. Her professional background and personal creativity inform a thoughtful, person-centered approach to therapy.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Joanne commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support people in online sessions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, active listening, and building a trusting relationship so clients feel heard and understood; it is helpful for issues like self-esteem, grief, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties. She also integrates Mindfulness Therapy techniques to help clients develop present-moment awareness and practical skills for managing stress and emotional reactivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Joanne works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time and combines strategies to address both short-term concerns and longer-term growth.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access care around work, family, and daily life. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent support and practical interventions without requiring travel, helping clients maintain continuity of care even when schedules are busy.