Janet Atkinson , LCSW

Janet Atkinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 29 years of professional experience helping people navigate difficult life challenges. She works with individuals facing relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and a range of other concerns including parenting, career questions, and intimacy-related issues. Her practice also includes support for those dealing with process addictions, obsessive-compulsive concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and stress related to first responder roles.

Janet approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client’s unique needs and circumstances. She draws on client-centered methods alongside cognitive and skills-based strategies to help clients build coping tools, restore balance, and pursue more fulfilling lives. Janet views the decision to seek help as a courageous first step and aims to empower people through collaboration, practical guidance, and steady support.

Throughout nearly three decades of practice she has focused on creating a supportive environment where clients can explore difficult emotions, set achievable goals, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that fits them. As an LCSW she combines clinical training and real-world experience to guide each person toward greater resilience and well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Janet blends client-centered work with structured, skills-based therapies to meet a variety of needs. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and active listening, creating a space where clients lead the conversation and explore personal values, relationships, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for depression, anxiety, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can help with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and self-management challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Janet works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and the issues they want to address, adapting techniques and pacing to find the best fit for their situation. She aims to combine practical tools with a supportive therapeutic relationship.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access regular support around work, family, and life commitments, helping clients maintain continuity of care and apply new skills between sessions with licensed professionals and therapists.