Supporting Women’s Healing: Trauma-Informed Counseling and Coaching at Northwest Counseling & Wellness, Inc.

NATIONWIDE - JUNE 2025 - (USAnews.com) — Joanie Hansen, CEO and founder of Northwest Counseling and Wellness, Inc., is known for her compassionate and trauma-informed approach to counseling and coaching. With a focus on helping women overcome the effects of trauma, codependency, and limiting beliefs, Joanie has built a reputation as a trusted resource for those seeking emotional well-being and transformation.

As an international bestselling author and experienced speaker, Joanie brings more than 20 years of expertise to her work. Her practice centers around supporting women who are healing from narcissistic abuse, reclaiming their identities, navigating life transitions, and uncovering their true selves. Joanie’s approach emphasizes empowerment, encouraging clients to rediscover their sense of worth and voice while providing the tools they need to create lasting change. She also works with individuals facing anxiety and depression, helping them uncover the root causes of these challenges and supporting their journey toward emotional balance and self-empowerment.

Joanie’s unique approach integrates licensed clinical expertise with a trauma-informed perspective, offering a safe and supportive environment for women to heal at their own pace. Her focus is on fostering lasting breakthroughs—helping individuals move beyond their trauma to embrace the lives they deserve, rather than relying on temporary fixes. Whether through individual sessions or group programs focused on healing from narcissistic abuse, Joanie provides a space where clients can explore their emotional challenges and feel seen and understood.

In addition to her counseling and coaching practice, Joanie Hansen is a well-respected author and speaker, having contributed to two multi-author books, both of which became international best-sellers. Drawing from her personal experiences with trauma and recovery, Joanie connects deeply with her clients, offering guidance that is both compassionate and grounded in real-life experience. This combination of empathy and expertise allows her to help clients address not only their immediate concerns but also the deeper, underlying issues that affect their emotional health, including anxiety, depression, and trauma.

One key element of Joanie’s work is creating a judgment-free space where clients can explore their emotions openly. Her understanding of the complexities surrounding narcissistic abuse and trauma enables her to offer targeted support, empowering women to rewrite their stories and build healthier relationships. Joanie’s approach is rooted in the belief that healing is a deeply personal process, one that allows individuals to reclaim their authentic selves.

“I aim to provide my clients with the tools and support they need to move forward with confidence and clarity,” Joanie explains. “Through a blend of clinical wisdom, compassion, and faith, I guide women toward emotional freedom and transformation.”

While Joanie is currently engaged in speaking events and public initiatives, she is open to expanding her speaking engagements further, continuing to educate and inspire audiences on healing, empowerment, and personal transformation. Through these initiatives, Joanie aims to inspire others to take the necessary steps toward their own healing journeys.

Joanie Hansen’s group programs, specifically designed for women recovering from narcissistic abuse, offer a structured environment where participants can learn to recognize unhealthy patterns and receive emotional support as they process their experiences. Joanie’s combination of clinical knowledge and personal insight allows her to provide effective strategies for women to heal, regain their strength, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

While many women have found Joanie Hansen’s services transformative, it is important to note that these services are not a substitute for medical or psychological care. Individuals seeking professional support for mental health concerns should consult with licensed practitioners.

For more information on Joanie Hansen’s counseling and coaching services, visit wellnesswithjoanie.com or follow her on social media: Instagram and Facebook.

Through her work at Northwest Counseling and Wellness, Inc., Joanie Hansen continues to make a significant impact in the lives of women, helping them move past trauma, reclaim their voices, and embrace the future with hope and resilience.