Joy Lampton graduated from Indiana University and completed a Masters in Social Work with an emphasis on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

She brings a wide range of experience with her to the practice. She has worked within the community of both Marshall and St. Joseph Counties in their low income populations through food pantries and homeless shelters.

She has provided case management to those in need of long term help through case management and care coordination. Her skills training prepared her to teach new tasks to those who struggled with basic needs.

Her experience with dual diagnosis clients has given her a more broad focus on the need for not just mental health but substance use treatment. Time spent in private practice has increased her passion for advocacy for those who struggle with developmental disabilities.

She is uniquely qualified to work with families on building skills to more effectively treat ADHD and ODD in adolescents.

Lastly, Joy brings to the practice a genuine passion to reduce stigma on people with mental health issues. She is willing to meet people where they are and tailor a plan to meet their needs so success can be achieved in reducing depression, decreasing anxiety, and learning new tools to manage everyday stressors.