- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Sexual identity and faith
About Janet
Dr. Janet Dean is a Kentucky psychologist (KY Psychologist 129393) with 28 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. She also helps people with relationship and intimacy concerns, sexual identity questions, and addictions.
Her sessions tend to mix client-centered conversation with cognitive behavioral strategies. That means she listens for what matters to each person, then works on patterns of thinking and behavior that get in the way. Clients can expect practical skills alongside time to talk through difficult feelings.
Dr. Dean also teaches psychology at the college level and supervises graduate students training to become counselors. Her research focuses on sexual identity and faith, counselor self-care, and the ways faith and mental health interact. She has coauthored articles and a book and presents her work at professional events.
In practice she helps people reckon with identity, career decisions, relationship shifts, and the pressure of new adult responsibilities. She works with mood disorders, ADHD-related concerns, caregiver stress, and issues like guilt, shame, and isolation. Her background means she can bring both clinical experience and an academic perspective to sessions.
People who meet with her generally move from feeling stuck toward clearer options and everyday coping tools. To start, she asks about goals and what is most pressing, then they choose practical steps together. The focus is on usable strategies and honest conversation.
How her approaches work for online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience. The therapist mirrors concerns, asks clarifying questions, and supports the client in naming what matters. This approach can be helpful when someone needs time to sort identity, relationship, or life-change issues.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and to develop new habits. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping skills related to stress or addictive behavior.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Confirm the specific session formats available before booking so you know how appointments are scheduled. Online sessions can make fitting therapy into a busy day easier, allow for shorter check-ins during breaks, and reduce travel time. They can also let someone choose audio only if video is not needed or preferred, which may suit lower bandwidth or quieter surroundings.
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, life changes, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and sexual identity concerns among other areas.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques that address unhelpful thoughts and habits while allowing space for personal story and values.
What is her professional background?
She has 28 years of experience in counseling and psychotherapy and also works as a college professor teaching and supervising graduate students in counseling.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Kentucky psychologist with the credential KY Psychologist 129393 and practices in Kentucky.
Can she work with people who speak other languages or live abroad?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for appointments.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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