- CBT and DBT methods
- Grief and trauma support
- Skills for emotion management
About Jeanette
Jeanette "Jan" Kaschmitter is a Washington State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 25 years of clinical experience. She has worked across community mental health, inpatient psychiatric settings, and a tribal clinic. Jan primarily provides counseling to adults and addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, and anger.
Jan spent 13 years in integrated mental health and substance abuse programs, though she is not credentialed in substance use. Her work includes individual, couples, and group counseling focused on practical skills and coping strategies. Sessions aim to help people manage strong emotions, improve communication, and handle life transitions with clearer thinking.
Her approach draws on a mix of methods rather than one fixed model. She commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Client-Centered Therapy to help people change unhelpful thoughts, build coping skills, and set achievable goals. Mindfulness practices are also part of her toolbox for grounding and stress management.
Jan has specific experience addressing grief and loss, trauma including sexual abuse, and co-occurring mental health concerns. She also offers support around issues that often overlap with core concerns, such as caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, communication problems, and midlife transitions.
People who choose Jan can expect a practical, skills-oriented style that focuses on concrete tools and problem solving. She works with each person to identify clear steps they can use between sessions to manage anger, reduce anxiety, and improve day-to-day functioning.
How Jan’s approaches translate to online work
Jan commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside Client-Centered techniques. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behavior patterns, which helps with anxiety, depression, and anger by teaching practical coping steps. DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills, useful when strong feelings or relationship conflicts are present. Client-Centered Therapy brings a focus on listening and working from the person’s own goals to guide each session.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Jan will work collaboratively to choose approaches that match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. The early sessions typically clarify what the person wants to change and which techniques fit best for managing anger, grief, or stress.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use practices between meetings. Licensed professionals can still teach CBT and DBT skills effectively by guiding practice, assigning between-session exercises, and reviewing progress during appointments.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and skills-focused, using techniques from Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people change thoughts and behaviors.
What is her background and length of experience?
She has 25 years of clinical experience, including 13 years in integrated mental health and substance abuse programs and work in community mental health, inpatient psychiatry, and a tribal clinic.
What credentials and location does she hold?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - WA LMHC based in Washington State.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her counseling?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.