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I founded Sanctuary Therapy & Wellness on a single core premise: therapy should be a true sanctuary—a warm, steady, low-pressure space to slow down, process life, and move past "just getting by".My Philosophy of CareReal growth requires a balance of genuine empathy and practical action. I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative, integrative, and tailored directly to your real life. Rather than fitting you into a rigid box, my approach blends evidence-based techniques—incorporating, but not limited to, CBT, DBT skills, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused strategies, and trauma-informed care—to help you build self-trust and lasting emotional stability.What Shapes My PracticeMilitary Resilience & Service: As a Disabled U.S. Army Veteran with 8+ years of active duty medical operations experience, I bring a deep cultural understanding to military families, veterans, and high-stress professionals.Versatile Clinical Rigor: My work is grounded in 7+ years of clinical care across residential, outpatient, community-based, and correctional settings.Inclusive & Affirming Care: I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming, and trauma-informed support for individuals across all backgrounds and identities.The Foundation
Meet Joanna Perez, MS, LMHC, NCC
Meet Joanna Perez, MS, LMHC, NCC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor | U.S. Army Veteran
Licensed Mental Health Counselor | U.S. Army Veteran
Welcome! As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Disabled U.S. Army Veteran, I am committed to providing a steady, low-pressure space where you feel genuinely understood. Whether you are processing past trauma, managing chronic stress, or adapting to a major life shift, I work collaboratively with you to build practical tools for lasting emotional balance.
Welcome! As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Disabled U.S. Army Veteran, I am committed to providing a steady, low-pressure space where you feel genuinely understood. Whether you are processing past trauma, managing chronic stress, or adapting to a major life shift, I work collaboratively with you to build practical tools for lasting emotional balance.
Qualifications & Credentials
Qualifications & Credentials
Licensure & ID:
Licensure & ID:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor — State of Florida (License #: MH27236)
NPI: 1043190929
Military Status:
Military Status:
U.S. Army Active Duty Veteran (8+ Years Medical Operations)
Disabled Veteran
Education:
Education:
Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling — National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology — Ashford University
Certifications:
Certifications:
National Certified Counselor (NCC) — NBCC
Certified Trauma Professional (CTP) — PESI
Telehealth for Mental Health Professionals Certified
Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) Certified Facilitator
Professional Body:
Professional Body:
Member, American Counseling Association (ACA)
Member, American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA)
How We Work Together
How We Work Together
1. Integrative & Flexible Care
1. Integrative & Flexible Care
I utilize an integrative approach incorporating—but not limited to—CBT, DBT skills, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused strategies, and trauma-focused modalities.
2. Veteran & High-Stress Support
2. Veteran & High-Stress Support
Informed by direct military experience, therapy provides specialized support for active duty service members, veterans, military families, and professionals in demanding environments facing operational stress, life transitions, moral injury, or trauma recovery.
3. Inclusive & Affirming Environment
3. Inclusive & Affirming Environment
I offer culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming care for individuals across diverse racial, cultural, gender, and sexual identities.
Let’s See If We’re a Good Fit
Let’s See If We’re a Good Fit
Finding the right therapist comes down to trust and rapport. Connect directly with Joanna for a brief, low-pressure conversation to share what brings you here and ask any questions.
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