Jo Baker , LCSW

Jo Baker is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Mississippi with more than 10 years of experience in private practice. She works with children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing a broad range of concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, and trauma. In addition to her LCSW credential, she is an ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider (ADHD-CCSP) and a Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional (CATP), and she identifies as a neurodiversity specialist, bringing targeted knowledge to support clients with developmental and attentional differences.

Her approach is warm and nonjudgmental, grounded in the belief that a trusting therapeutic relationship is essential to progress. Treatment plans are tailored to each person, drawing from a mix of evidence-informed methods including Cognitive-Behavioral techniques, Mindfulness practices, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy strategies, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy principles, among other modalities. These choices are shaped by individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all model.

Baker views therapy as a collaborative process and commits to bringing her full experience and attention to each session. She aims to help clients develop practical skills, increase emotional awareness, and improve overall quality of life through thoughtful, individualized care.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

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One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that fits their routine and comfort level, connecting with a therapist by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapy into a busy life.

Licensed professionals provide care through these remote options, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they are seeking a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical, accessible way to receive ongoing support from qualified therapists while balancing other responsibilities.