John Joines is a licensed mental health counselor associate at Wanderlust Therapeutic Services, with a diverse background in theology and clinical mental health counseling. His passion for psychology began in high school, leading him to a career dedicated to advocating for marginalized and dismissed populations, including those with disabilities, trauma, and the LGBTQIA2s+ community, with whom he identifies. John holds a Bachelor’s in Theology, pursued post-graduate studies in Divinity, and earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University. His 25+ years of experience across non-profit, private, and publicly traded sectors enrich his person-centered approach, focusing on providing quality mental health care to underserved communities.