- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Existential Therapy
About Jane
Dr. Jane Barton is a Tennessee psychologist with 28 years of clinical experience. She spends her practice helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship problems, grief, and major life changes. Jane uses practical conversation and structured approaches so people can make clear changes in day-to-day life.
Her background centers on straightforward, person-focused work. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to listen to how people understand their situation. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. Existential Therapy is part of her toolbox when questions about meaning and values come up.
Sessions often focus on skills that reduce reactivity and improve communication. That can mean learning simple breathing and grounding techniques, trying new ways to speak up, or reframing unhelpful thoughts that feed anger and resentment. Jane pays attention to how problems started and what keeps them active now.
She also works with issues related to addiction, eating and body-image concerns, codependency, abandonment, and family-of-origin patterns. People bring complicated mixes of feelings, and the work can shift between behavioral strategies and deeper conversations about identity and purpose.
Jane’s practice is aimed at adults in Tennessee who want concrete tools and clearer thinking about emotional reactions. The emphasis is on practical steps people can use between sessions to handle strong feelings and rebuild strained relationships.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Dr. Barton uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow what matters most to the person in front of her. This approach emphasizes listening and reflecting so clients can clarify their feelings and priorities.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that keep problems like anger and anxiety going. CBT often includes practical exercises to try between sessions so people can test changes in real situations.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will talk with each client about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. That collaborative process helps decide whether more skills-based work or deeper existential discussion is most useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins when a brief session is helpful. Licensed professionals often use online work to maintain continuity of care and to practice skills between appointments.
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship difficulties, grief, and life transitions, among other concerns.
What style of therapy can I expect?
Her style mixes listening-focused Client-Centered work with structured CBT tasks and existential conversations about values and meaning.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 28 years of clinical experience working with adults on emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as TN Psychologist 2456 and practices in Tennessee.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.