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Janelle Green

Janelle Green, LICSW

Therapist in Washington

Practical support for grief and self esteem

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5 years of experience listed

LICSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Grief and loss
  • Self esteem work
  • Mindfulness skills

About Janelle

Janelle Green is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people dealing with grief, low self esteem, depression, and big life changes. She focuses on practical steps people can take to feel steadier and more confident. Janelle emphasizes the strengths someone already has and uses those as a starting point for change.

She believes the person in therapy knows their story best. Sessions are collaborative and respectful, with space to talk about what matters most. The work often includes learning new ways to handle painful thoughts and to make values-based choices in daily life.

Janelle draws on approaches such as acceptance and commitment ideas, cognitive behavioral strategies, and mindfulness to address mood and motivation. She also uses Emotionally-Focused and client-centered ways of connecting when feelings and relationships are central to the issue. These tools are used to help with coping, improving self worth, and managing stress related to caregiving or health challenges.

Her practice includes attention to grief, compassion fatigue, and the strain that comes with chronic illness or caring for someone who is sick. She also supports people facing family of origin concerns, blended family stress, money worries, and communication problems.

Janelle holds a LICSW in Washington and has five years of professional experience. She offers therapy in English and asks prospective clients to use the site matching steps to begin the process.

How Janelle's Approaches Work Online

Janelle commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them, then choose actions that match what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small, practical behavior changes to improve mood and motivation.

She also incorporates client-centered and mindfulness elements to hold a compassionate, down-to-earth space for whatever comes up in sessions. Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the process. The therapist partners with each person to choose methods that match their goals, daily life, and comfort level.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking since the biography does not list formats. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into a workday, shorten commute time, or use a quieter setting with less visual focus. These practical benefits can make it easier to keep consistent appointments while working toward clearer values and steadier mood.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesMood disordersSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Janelle address?

She works with grief, self esteem struggles, depression, and coping with life changes, plus issues like compassion fatigue and chronic illness stress.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on small, practical steps and values-based choices rather than labels or judgment.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Janelle has five years of professional work experience supporting people through grief, mood concerns, and life transitions.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She holds a LICSW and is licensed in Washington.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with this therapist?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions priced and billed?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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