- Stress and anxiety
- LGBTQ related issues
- ADHD and focus
About Jana
Jana Kessler is a Washington-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 17 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, LGBTQ issues, relationship concerns, depression, concentration and memory difficulties, and focus challenges such as ADHD. Jana describes clients as the experts in their own stories and builds from their strengths.
Her style centers on listening and practical collaboration. Sessions are straightforward conversations that look at what’s getting in the way and what small changes might help. She uses clear tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work to test what helps in daily life.
Jana also draws on client-centered and narrative approaches when people need space to reflect on identity, belonging, or past hurts. These methods help organize difficult memories and make sense of ongoing patterns without overwhelming the session.
She often combines short-term strategies with longer conversations about values, relationships, and priorities. That mix can be useful for young adults navigating school, first jobs, dating, moving out, and comparing themselves to peers.
People who choose her tend to want practical steps plus room to tell their story. The first meeting usually focuses on immediate concerns and one or two small goals to try between sessions.
How Jana uses evidence-based approaches online
Jana commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy in ways that fit everyday life. CBT involves noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety or low mood. Solution-focused work looks for small changes and strengths that can be tried between sessions to produce quick, practical improvements.She also uses client-centered and narrative ideas to help people make sense of identity and relationship patterns. Finding the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review what helps and adjust the approach based on goals, preferences, and how the work is going.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around school, work, or commuting. It can allow shorter check-ins, reduce time spent traveling, or avoid needing to be on camera for an entire session. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods to remote sessions while focusing on practical steps you can try between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, LGBTQ issues, concentration and focus difficulties including ADHD.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is collaborative and practical, using listening plus techniques from CBT, solution-focused work, client-centered and narrative therapy to identify small, testable changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of professional experience as a clinician working with the listed concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds the LMHC credential and practices in Washington state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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