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Isar Joof-Anderson

Isar Joof-Anderson, LCPC

Kansas

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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Anger and Addictions

  • CBT strategies
  • Trauma informed work
  • Motivational interviewing

About Isar

Isar Joof-Anderson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Kansas with 15 years of experience. She offers individual therapy for adults and young adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem issues, and depression. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and focus on practical tools people can use day to day.

Isar describes therapy as a place to show up as you are without judgment. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques, trauma-informed practices, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and strengths-based work to help clients notice patterns and build new skills. The emphasis is on learning ways to manage strong feelings and improve emotional regulation.

Her work often addresses related concerns such as communication problems, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, life purpose, panic, and workplace issues. She offers support for young adult issues and mood disorders as well. Each session aims to be practical and focused on what the client wants to change.

Isar describes a collaborative approach. She listens for what matters most and helps clients plan concrete steps. Sessions include skill practice, short reflections, and strategies that can be tried between meetings.

She provides virtual services across Kansas through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

Approaches used and how online sessions work

Isar commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-informed practices. Cognitive behavioral work helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep anger and anxiety active, then try practical alternatives. Trauma-informed practice focuses on understanding how past events affect current reactions and on pacing work so it feels manageable.

She also draws on motivational interviewing and mindfulness. Motivational interviewing helps clarify what matters most and strengthens commitment to change. Mindfulness teaches simple attention skills that reduce reactivity and help people step back before responding.

Figuring out which approaches fit best is part of the work. The therapist and client review goals, try methods, and adjust based on what helps. This is a collaborative process where feedback shapes the plan.

The profile indicates she provides virtual services across Kansas; confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow a quicker check-in during a work break, or be done without travel time. Different formats suit different needs, so verify the exact options when you sign up.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

15+ years

Listed in

Kansas

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of anger issues does she address?

She works with anger that shows up as losing temper, building resentment, or feeling overwhelmed by strong feelings. The focus is on skills to manage reactions and improve communication.

What is her general approach in sessions?

Sessions are collaborative and practical. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques, trauma-informed practices, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and strengths-based ideas to build skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 15 years of clinical experience working with adults and young adults on mood, trauma, substance use, and emotional regulation concerns.

What credentials and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Kansas.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What do I do to start therapy with her?

Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.

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