Janet Atkinson , LCSW

Janet Atkinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 29 years of professional experience. She has focused much of her career on supporting people through relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression, bringing a steady, compassionate presence to each therapeutic conversation. Janet approaches each person with respect and sensitivity, listening carefully to understand their priorities and tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to meet individual needs.

She recognizes that seeking change requires courage and views the therapeutic process as collaborative work that empowers clients to pursue a more fulfilling life. Janet emphasizes practical, goal-oriented strategies while honoring each client's unique story, offering support aimed at increasing resilience and well-being. Her practice centers on creating a respectful environment where clients can explore challenges, identify strengths, and build the skills needed for meaningful progress.

How Janet's Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Janet Atkinson draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where clients steer the conversation and set goals. This approach emphasizes empathy and acceptance, helping people who are coping with relationship issues, grief, or major life changes feel heard and understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical tools for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress - it focuses on skills and small, achievable steps. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers strategies for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for clients dealing with intense emotions, self-harm behaviors, or relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the work Janet does with each person. She collaborates with clients to select and adapt methods based on individual needs, goals, and preferences so therapy fits the client's life and circumstances. Licensed professionals like Janet can blend these approaches over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy makes these methods accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility allows clients to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or transportation constraints and to continue care from different locations. The online format supports consistent, ongoing work toward goals while accommodating the practical demands of everyday life.