Joy Mercer has a MS in Adolescent Education from D’Youville College and a Ms in Community Mental Health from Canisius College. Ms Mercer has experience working with all ages but specializes with adolescent and Adult clientele. Ms Mercer is a culturally competent provider who has worked with a diverse clientele.
Ms Mercer is certified in the use of ACT, SFBT, and CBT for Anxiety and Anger Management and Mindfulness Stress Reduction techniques. Additionally, she is a Certified ADHD Professional (ADHD-CCSP) and a Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP). Ms. Mercer uses aspects of spirituality and religion to enhance a client’s understanding of their own strength, resilience and insight.
Ms Mercer has worked in a family medical practice providing behavioral therapy for chronic disease self-management (CDSM) and mental health management. Ms Mercer has also worked in Addictions Medicine for a non-profit in/out patient facility and within her own private practice.