Hi everyone! My name is Joyah McClendon. I am an intern at Love Positive Counseling while under the supervision of Anna Baxter, LPC, CPCS. I am currently enrolled in the graduate master’s program at Capella University. I am pursuing my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

I grew up in the city here in Atlanta, Ga my entire life. I grew up in a traditional family where mental health care was not commonly accepted. Culturally that experience gave me a motivating outlook of change in the future. This encouraged my deepest passion for helping others to be the best version of themselves not only within my community but among all different cultures and individuals. I aim to provide the most supportive care and empathy to everyone.

I am particularly interested in the person-centered approach to therapy as I believe that the client has the ability to be in control of their own destiny with the supportive guidance of a professional. I strive to encourage clients to explore their own personal experiences and thoughts while providing an empathetic environment needed for self-reflections in one’s journey.

One fun fact about myself is that I enjoy learning American Sign language to communicate with others whether for hearing impaired individuals or language barriers with little kiddos learning to communicate. Whether helping others to improve communication or be an active listener, I aim to help individuals be the best version of themselves one day at a time. I believe it’s not about having all the answers now but knowing how you can have more happiness within your self from the day before. Small improved mental wellness is the next step to a long term fulfilling lifetime of happiness.

I’m excited to be apart of your journey at Love Positive Counseling, helping you to improve self confidence, openness, self exploration, nonjudgement, acceptance and empathetic care in your personal journey. If you are interested in learning more information, want to see if I am good fit for your goals, please feel free to reach out to me at joyahcounseling@gmail.com to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.

Mental wellness starts with taking the first step no matter how big or small. It starts within you and I look forward to meeting you in this therapeutic journey together.

Joyah will be available for scheduling appointments with new clients beginning October 6, 2025. Her rate for new client services is $50/hr for individual therapy, though she has a few slots for sliding scale clients.