Jo Ann McClure, LPC, LCPC

Jo Ann McClure is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin. She has been a therapist since 2007 and brings 18 years of experience to sessions. Jo Ann works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and life changes. She also supports those coping with trauma, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and intimacy or self-esteem concerns.

Her approach is warm and interactive. Jo Ann aims to treat people with respect and sensitivity and avoids stigmatizing labels. Sessions focus on what the person needs in the moment and on building practical tools to manage daily life.

Jo Ann blends client-centered listening with practical strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. She also uses narrative and solution-focused techniques to help people reframe difficult experiences and set clear goals. The tone is collaborative and down-to-earth rather than clinical.

Jo Ann trained in community counseling and holds the credentials LPC and LCPC. She draws on nearly two decades of experience to tailor conversations and plans to each person. Many clients come for help with caregiving stress, aging or geriatric concerns, cancer and hospice related issues, or family-of-origin and blended family matters.

Whether someone is facing a sudden loss, ongoing caregiver strain, or an adjustment like a health change, Jo Ann offers steady support and practical steps. She invites people to take the next step when they feel ready and to bring what matters to them into the room.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and coping

Jo Ann commonly brings together client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space so a person can talk through what matters. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical skills for reducing anxiety, managing mood, and changing unhelpful reactions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jo Ann will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then suggest techniques to try. Together they adjust methods over time so the work fits the person’s pace and needs.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy week. If you are considering online work, confirm which session formats are offered before booking so you know what to expect. Online sessions can make it simpler to check in between appointments, keep continuity during life transitions, and reduce travel time while focusing on skill building and coping strategies.