Our Founder, Dr. Joy Dawson (best known as "Dr. Joy"), is a University of Minnesota-trained psychologist. Dr. Joy completed her B.A. in psychology, graduating summa cum laude from Macalester College in St. Paul, MN.

 

After graduation, Dr. Joy received a fellowship to attend graduate school at the University of Minnesota, receiving both her M.A. and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology in 1989.

 

Dr. Joy provides individual, couples, and family therapy. Dr. Joy is passionate about encouraging her clients to experience the tremendous freedom and fulfillment of living a truly authentic life while pursuing ongoing personal growth.

 

Dr. Joy's ideal client is motivated, able to engage in honest dialogue, and willing to step back and re-evaluate themselves and their lives with fresh eyes. They understand that her role is not to “solve” their problems; rather, it is to provide a fresh perspective and to assist them as they seek their own, unique answers that honor their hard-won life experience and inner wisdom. She invites anyone who is open to exploration and change to partner with her on their journey.