- CBT and ACT
- Trauma focused care
- Mindfulness methods
About Janel
Janel Adams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky with five years of experience. She focuses on concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, and anger. She also works with issues tied to career stress, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.
Janel invites people who feel drained by trying to be everything to everyone. She describes common feelings of unworthiness, shame, and emptiness, and she helps clients look at where those patterns started. Sessions emphasize practical steps to reduce harmful patterns and to reclaim a clearer sense of self.
Her approach blends several evidence-informed methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on identifying personal values and taking small, meaningful actions toward them. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is used when trauma memories are affecting daily life.
In session she listens and works alongside the client rather than telling them what to do. Conversations move between understanding past patterns and trying new behaviors in day-to-day life. She also uses mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques to strengthen commitment to change.
Janel works with adults dealing with a wide range of concerns, including codependency, communication problems, control issues, substance concerns, guilt, and loneliness. Sessions are conducted in English and offered from her Kentucky practice. If you want to explore whether this approach fits, confirm current session options before scheduling.
How ACT, CBT and EMDR translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice what matters to them and take small actions in that direction. It uses exercises to clarify values and reduce avoidance, which can help with anger tied to frustration or feeling stuck.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying practical behavior changes. Online CBT sessions often include homework assignments, thought records, and short skills practice between meetings to reduce reactivity and improve communication.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used when past trauma keeps affecting current mood and relationships. In an online setting the therapist guides paced processing of distressing memories and teaches grounding and regulation skills to use between appointments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, symptoms, and preferences, and then suggest which methods to try. That choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice skills in their everyday routines, then bring observations back to sessions for adjustments.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, relationship conflict, and patterns like control issues and resentment. Anger is framed as something to understand and manage rather than as a label.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She listens and works alongside the client, combining practical skills with exploration of past patterns. Sessions mix problem-solving, mindfulness practice, and behavior change work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience as an LCSW in Kentucky. That background includes work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky. Her practice is located in Kentucky.
Are sessions available in other languages or international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether sessions are in person, video, or phone.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.