Deondra Joiner

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, speaker, and founder of Embrace Counseling Services. My passion is helping individuals who spend so much of their time caring for others that they often neglect their own emotional and mental well-being. Through the convenience and flexibility of telehealth counseling, I provide a supportive space where clients can prioritize themselves, heal, and grow from the comfort of their own environment. My journey into the counseling profession began long before I earned my credentials. As a child, I experienced several tumultuous life events that deeply impacted me and taught me the value of having support during difficult seasons. Through those experiences, I learned firsthand how transformative therapy can be. I knew early on that I wanted to use my experiences to help others navigate their own challenges and remind them that they do not have to face life's struggles alone. With more than seven years of counseling experience, I have worked with diverse populations ranging in age from 4 to 80 years old. I am passionate about creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. My approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and empowerment. I strive to meet each client exactly where they are, helping them embrace both their current circumstances and their journey toward achieving meaningful goals. In 2020, the pandemic shifted my work to a telehealth model. What initially seemed like a challenge quickly revealed itself as an opportunity to increase access to quality mental health care. I witnessed how telehealth removed barriers for many individuals and families, allowing them to receive support in a space where they felt comfortable and secure. Inspired by this experience, I founded Embrace Counseling Services, LLC to provide accessible, flexible, and effective virtual counseling services throughout Alabama. At Embrace Counseling Services, we believe in embracing the entirety of your journey, the victories, the challenges, and everything in between. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, relationship concerns, or simply need support navigating life's demands, you deserve a space dedicated to your well-being. If you are seeking therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own home and desire a counselor who will walk alongside you with compassion and understanding, Embrace Counseling Services is here for you. Together, we can work toward healing, growth, and the life you envision for yourself.