Therapist in Melville, New York Joanna Ulloa, Therapist

Joanna Ulloa, a dedicated clinician at LifeStance Health, provides expert and compassionate mental health care to individuals across New York. She works with adolescents, young adults, and adults, helping them navigate life’s most challenging moments with warmth and clinical precision. Joanna supports clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and major life transitions by creating a safe therapeutic space where growth, healing, and self-discovery can take root. Her approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration, ensuring clients feel empowered to move toward lasting emotional wellness. Joanna is particularly passionate about helping clients work through trauma, grief, and the complex emotional experiences tied to midlife and later life transitions. She has a deep understanding of post-traumatic stress and how it can impact self-worth, interpersonal relationships, and daily functioning. Whether someone is coping with a recent loss or longstanding trauma, Joanna uses proven techniques to guide individuals toward self-love, resilience, and meaningful change. Her work is especially attuned to women’s issues and the emotional toll of trying to maintain control and connection in stressful life stages. Using evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness practices, Joanna customizes her therapeutic approach to meet each client’s unique needs. She also works closely with first responders and Spanish-speaking populations, offering culturally sensitive care that recognizes the unique experiences of these communities. Outside of her professional life, Joanna enjoys spending quality time with her family, going for peaceful walks, and engaging in creative projects with her Cricut machine.