Dr. Jan Capaccioli welcomes people who are exhausted by shame, stuck patterns, or the heavy weight of grief and loss. She focuses on helping people rebuild self worth and cope with problems like addiction, depression, and relationship strain. Jan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience and practices in Texas.
She keeps conversations respectful and direct, and adapts therapy to each person’s needs. Sessions look at how past hurts and current habits affect daily life. Practical steps and small behavior changes are offered alongside time to talk through painful memories.
Her background includes long-term clinical work with people facing trauma, substance use challenges, and intense mood shifts. That history informs a steady, trauma-aware approach rather than a one-size-fits-all method. Jan emphasizes listening, tracking progress, and adjusting plans as needed.
Many people come for help with eating and body image struggles, codependency, or feelings of emptiness and isolation. She also supports those dealing with anger, obsessive behaviors, and issues tied to veteran or armed forces experiences. Casework over two decades has sharpened her ability to spot patterns that keep problems repeating.
Beginning therapy with Jan means setting clear, achievable goals. She encourages small experiments between sessions so people can test new ways of relating and coping. The overall aim is steadier mood, clearer boundaries, and a kinder view of the self.
Approaches that help with self esteem and recovery
Dr. Jan Capaccioli draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people change harmful patterns and rebuild self worth. One common approach focuses on breaking cycles of addictive or compulsive behavior by identifying triggers and replacing small routines with healthier habits. This helps when cravings, compulsions, or food-related issues interfere with daily life.
Another useful approach centers on processing trauma and its emotional fallout. This method involves graduated, supported conversations that help reduce the power of painful memories and improve emotional regulation for issues like post-traumatic stress, grief, or intense shame.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy and is decided together. The therapist will work collaboratively to match techniques to the client’s goals, symptoms, and comfort level, and will adjust the plan over time based on what helps most.
Practical benefits of online therapy should be confirmed with the therapist because session formats are not specified in the profile. In general, remote work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when needed. If you prefer particular session logistics, confirm available formats before scheduling so sessions fit your day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger management
Body imageCodependencyControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
Texas, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
Jan works with people facing addictions, relationship and family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and self esteem challenges among other concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a respectful, direct approach that emphasizes listening and practical steps. Therapy is tailored to each person and may include behavior changes and guided conversations about difficult experiences.
How many years of experience does she have?
She has 23 years of professional clinical experience working with people in a variety of settings and presenting problems.
What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Texas. Her practice information lists Texas as the primary location.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered.
How does pricing work for her services?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
