Joy Rumsey, MD, LCSW-C
Collaborative therapy for lasting, skills-based change
- Strengths-focused support
- Addictions and mood disorders
- Life transitions and grief
About Joy Rumsey
In sessions, Joy emphasizes clients’ strengths and personal insight, using those assets to shape goals that feel meaningful and attainable. She helps clients develop specific skills to respond differently to unhelpful thoughts, intense emotions, and behaviors, with an eye toward long-term emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Joy holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago and has 13 years of experience as a therapist across hospitals, schools, and outpatient private practice settings. She has specialized training in addictions and extensive experience facilitating outpatient programs for adults managing mood disorders and substance use concerns. Through both inpatient and outpatient work, she has supported individuals and families facing anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions, spiritual concerns, grief and loss, self-harm behaviors, and family dynamics.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Joy Rumsey have?
Joy Rumsey has 13 years of experience providing therapy in a range of settings, including hospitals, schools, and outpatient care.
Is Joy Rumsey a licensed therapist?
Yes. Joy Rumsey is licensed in Maryland as an LCSW-C (Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical) and also holds an MD credential. Her license information is MD LCSW-C 25668.
In which languages does Joy Rumsey provide therapy?
Joy Rumsey provides therapy in English.
Where is Joy Rumsey located?
Joy Rumsey is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Joy Rumsey as my therapist?
You can work with Joy Rumsey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Joy Rumsey work with international clients?
No. Joy Rumsey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joy Rumsey cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-based approaches, made accessible through online therapy
Joy Rumsey integrates structured, skills-focused approaches that can translate well to online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact, then practice new ways of responding that better support their goals. This can be especially useful for concerns like anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship patterns.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical coping skills such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be a helpful fit for people who feel overwhelmed by strong emotions, are navigating conflict, or want more steady tools for managing difficult moments.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports clients in making room for painful thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. It can be useful during life transitions, grief and loss, and when clients feel stuck in patterns they want to change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Joy collaborates with clients to clarify needs, goals, and preferences, and to adjust the pace and focus as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can support busy schedules, reduce travel time, and offer multiple ways to engage between sessions.