Constance M. Johnson

As a therapist, I offer not only professional guidance, but also a firsthand understanding of the weight of unresolved emotional pain from childhood trauma—whether from abuse, neglect, or complicated family dynamics. I bring a compassionate, patient, and intuitive presence to our work together, helping you make sense of confusing emotions and experiences so that you can heal and move forward on your own terms. I am a neurodivergent, queer individual, whose early years were marked by rural poverty, parental incarceration, and caregivers who struggled with their own mental health. Those years left me with lasting challenges, but they also gave me invaluable insights into the human condition—insights I now use to help others. Life hasn't always been easy or predictable for me, and I carry that lived experience with me in my work. Even on my hardest days, I acknowledge the privilege I now hold, and I am committed to using it in service of others. As a social worker and abolitionist, I challenge the harmful systems that perpetuate cycles of violence and oppression. I believe that mental health care must evolve to meet the complexities of people's lived experiences, not merely conform to outdated or stigmatizing models that reproduce harm. By centering harm reduction and restorative practices, I strive to create space where healing is possible—not just for the individual, but for communities as a whole. You are not broken. You are not too much. You are welcome here. I currently have a waitlist for mornings and afternoons Tues-Fri, in person or virtually. Please contact me to share a little bit about what you're looking for and to ask any questions. I look forward to hearing from you.