- Action-focused
- Trauma informed
- Calm and direct
About Janell
Janell Jones is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with seven years of clinical experience. She completed her degree in clinical counseling at the University of Phoenix and brings a steady, practical approach to therapy. Janell aims to make starting therapy feel manageable and respectful of the decision it takes to reach out.
Her sessions focus on helping people change unhelpful patterns so life feels more manageable. She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and problems with self-esteem. Janell also addresses issues such as blended family dynamics, communication problems, codependency, divorce and separation, family of origin concerns, first responder stress, guilt and shame, infidelity, and mood disorders.
In session she uses a mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral ideas, dialectical behavior strategies, and motivational interviewing. Her approach is trauma informed and aimed at practical change. Janell creates a calm space where people can talk through what matters most and identify steps forward.
She encourages clients to work toward authenticity and greater enjoyment in daily life. Outside of work she enjoys reading, sewing, and traveling, and she often brings a straightforward, down-to-earth tone to sessions. People who want clear, action-focused work may find her style a good fit.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Janell draws from cognitive behavioral ideas to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach focuses on practical exercises and short-term skill building. She also uses elements of dialectical behavior strategies to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills, which can help when stress or intense feelings get in the way of daily life. Motivational interviewing is used to clarify values and increase readiness for change by exploring ambivalence in a collaborative way.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client review needs, goals, and preferences and then try methods that fit the person. This is a collaborative process where techniques can be adjusted as progress is made.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and providing flexibility around work or family schedules. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, assign practical between-session tasks, and coach skills that translate into everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Janell commonly help with?
She addresses stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem. She also works on blended family issues, codependency, communication problems, divorce and separation, family of origin issues, first responder issues, guilt and shame, infidelity, and mood disorders.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and direct, using techniques that focus on changing unhelpful behavior and building skills. Sessions aim to identify clear steps people can try between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She earned a degree in clinical counseling from the University of Phoenix and has seven years of experience in the field.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds LPC and LCPC credentials and practices in Utah with the credentials noted as WY LPC and ID LCPC.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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