JO McBRIDE, MA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (she/her)

Jo McBride is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She enjoys working with adults, couples, and families to address symptoms of mental health, as well as, issues with communication, conflicts, and relationship challenges. Jo uses a philosophy of building on client’s strengths and use of mental health education to support positive changes. She builds a sincere trust with her clients and provides a customized plan to restoring the health and wellness of the person and relationships.

Jo recently worked in a partial hospitalization program and treated adults and adolescents with severe symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress. In that setting, she provided group therapy, education, family therapy, and skills training to improve daily functioning and help clients return to work or school. Jo was instrumental in developing the program’s education materials, which incorporated Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills and other cognitive behavioral therapies. She uses these evidence-based techniques to guide clients through mindful self-awareness, acceptance, and emotional management.

She also has experience treating children for mental health and behavior concerns. Jo believes collaboration with the child’s parent or guardian, school, and other services is key to their success. She develops a team approach to the child’s therapy, personal work and growth, and recognition of their progress.

Jo McBride is a Clinical Affiliate with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists. She has also served as a site supervisor for post-graduates seeking a therapy licensure.