Janelle Alexander, LCSW

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Janelle uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client drives the pace and goals of work. This approach focuses on empathy and collaboration and can be especially helpful for building self esteem, confidence, and motivation.

She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, and some addictive behaviors, offering practical tools for day-to-day coping.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, is another approach Janelle draws from to teach skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can benefit clients who struggle with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or difficulty managing reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Janelle works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility; sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access care from home or work, maintain continuity of appointments, and choose the format that feels most effective for the individual's life and needs.