Janet Ferrell , LPC

Janet Ferrell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and holds an additional Mental Health Service Provider designation, bringing 37 years of experience to her work in Tennessee. She has practiced across a range of clinical settings, including inpatient and outpatient treatment, and has supported people coping with addiction, domestic violence, and other mental health challenges. Her clinical background focuses on adolescents and adults rather than young children.

Ferrell is particularly skilled in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and she frequently incorporates mindfulness and guided imagery into her sessions. She emphasizes an individualized approach, adapting techniques to fit each person's unique needs instead of applying a one-size-fits-all model. Her practice centers on building a respectful, empathetic environment where clients can explore difficult issues and develop practical coping skills.

Recognizing that change takes courage, Janet values collaboration with each client to set realistic goals and work toward meaningful progress. She brings decades of hands-on experience to complex cases involving mood disorders, trauma, relationship and family concerns, grief, addictions, and stress-related difficulties, always tailoring interventions to the person in front of her.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Janet Ferrell

Janet Ferrell commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies for changing behaviors and improving mood. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which blends skills training with emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness techniques - DBT can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions, relationship challenges, and difficulties with self-regulation. In addition, she employs a Client-Centered approach that emphasizes empathy, active listening, and aligning work with each person's values and goals, supporting growth through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Janet works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. This flexible, client-focused stance helps tailor care to what works best for each individual.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for those seeking her services. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent support without geographic constraints. These options provide scheduling flexibility, allow sessions to fit into busy lives, and enable ongoing therapeutic work even when in-person visits are not possible.