- Client-centered listening
- Practical CBT tools
- Focus on life changes
About Janet
Dr. Janet Dean helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and changes in life. She often supports men dealing with identity, purpose, and relationships. Her work also covers addictions, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and mood concerns.
Janet Dean is a Kentucky psychologist with 28 years of clinical experience. She draws on a mix of client-centered listening and cognitive behavioral techniques. Sessions focus on practical steps and honest conversation rather than jargon.
She commonly addresses sexual identity questions, relationship struggles, and issues that arise during midlife transitions. She also supports people facing caregiver strain, codependency, and the emotional effects of trauma or disaster. Her aim is to help clients feel steadier and more able to make choices that match their values.
In addition to clinical work, she teaches psychology at the college level and mentors graduate students training to be counselors. Her research has examined sexual identity and faith, counselor self-care, and how faith relates to mental health. She and her team have published articles and a book and provide trainings nationally.
Her approach is straightforward: listen first, collaborate on goals, and adapt practical strategies to everyday life. She hopes clients find more peace and a clearer sense of who they are. People ready to take that next step are invited to begin the matching and scheduling process.
How client-centered and CBT methods work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a strong working relationship. The therapist offers space to talk through thoughts and feelings while helping clients identify what matters to them. This approach is useful for people who want a supportive, accepting environment as they sort out identity, relationships, or life direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try different behaviors. It uses concrete exercises and small experiments to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change habits that get in the way of daily life. CBT is practical and often focuses on steps that can be practiced between sessions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That might mean starting with listening and then adding CBT strategies, or adjusting the mix as goals change.
Confirm the available session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. For some people it also lets them choose quieter surroundings or avoid being on camera while still working with a licensed professional.
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Experience
28+ years
Credentials
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, and men's issues among other concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques to set goals and use practical strategies in everyday life.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has 28 years of experience as a practicing psychologist and also teaches psychology at the college level while conducting research and publishing on topics like sexual identity and faith.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is listed as KY Psychologist 129393 and practices in Kentucky.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.