Joi Allen-Baaqee , LMHC, LPC

Joi Allen-Baaqee is a licensed mental health professional with 12 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflicts, LGBTQ+ related concerns, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. She combines practical strategies with attentive listening to support clients facing a range of life challenges, from grief and trauma to parenting and workplace issues.

Joi holds the credentials LMHC and LPC - LMHC meaning Licensed Mental Health Counselor and LPC meaning Licensed Professional Counselor - and maintains licensure across multiple states, including Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut, Idaho, Florida, and Utah. Her approach emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored so people can begin to make meaningful changes.

She encourages those taking the first step toward therapy, acknowledging the courage involved in starting this work and expressing genuine support for clients as they begin the process. Joi works collaboratively with each person to identify goals and build confidence, helping them develop coping skills and clearer paths forward.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Joi Allen-Baaqee draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness therapy to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship where the person feels heard and understood - this approach helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) provides structured techniques to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Mindfulness therapy introduces present-moment awareness practices that can reduce reactivity and support coping with difficult emotions.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Joi works with clients and other licensed professionals when appropriate to explore which methods best match a person’s goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or limited local access to therapists. These formats make it easier to maintain consistency in treatment, access support from different locations within the therapist's practice area, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for ongoing work.