Joy Mitchell, PhD, LP, Psychologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland

Joy Mitchell helps children, adolescents, and teens across Maryland gain a deeper understanding of their strengths, challenges, and emotional well-being through comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessment services. As a psychologist with LifeStance Health, she specializes in evaluating concerns related to ADHD, anxiety, and childhood behavior issues, providing families with clear answers and practical recommendations that support growth at home, in school, and in daily life. A significant focus of Dr. Mitchell’s work is helping young people who are experiencing ADHD, anxiety, and behavioral challenges. She is passionate about identifying the factors that may be affecting a child’s learning, attention, emotional regulation, or overall functioning. Through thoughtful assessment and collaboration with families, she helps create a roadmap for understanding each child’s unique needs and building on their strengths. Dr. Mitchell offers psychological testing and neuropsychological testing for children and adolescents, using evidence-based approaches to gather meaningful insights that can guide treatment planning, educational support, and long-term success. Her clinical background also includes experience with depression and other emotional and behavioral concerns. In addition to testing services, she incorporates interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, while offering additional evidence-based approaches when appropriate. Known for her warm, collaborative style, Dr. Mitchell strives to create a supportive environment where children, teens, and their families feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout the evaluation process. She believes that accurate assessment can be a powerful first step toward improving mental health, academic performance, relationships, and overall quality of life. Dr. Mitchell earned her education through studies at the University of Georgia, Emory University, and Columbia University, building a strong foundation in psychological assessment and child mental health. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, participating in movement-focused activities such as yoga and Pilates, and spending time with family and friends. Through LifeStance Health, Dr. Mitchell serves children, adolescents, teens, and their families throughout Maryland with compassionate, evidence-based psychological testing and mental health assessment services.