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Janel Adams, LCSW
Kentucky
LCSW - anxiety and trauma focused
See online therapy options- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and EMDR-informed
- CBT and ACT methods
About Janel
Janel Adams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky with five years of experience. She helps people who feel overwhelmed, struggle with low self-worth, anxiety, depression, and the fallout of past trauma. Janel also supports clients dealing with relationship strain, career stress, and the fatigue that comes from caregiving roles.
She prefers straightforward conversations that identify unhelpful thoughts and habits. Janel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with acceptance-based and mindfulness methods to notice patterns and test new responses. Sessions often focus on small, practical steps that can fit into daily life rather than abstract ideas.
Her work addresses abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, perfectionism, and communication problems. She also helps people facing substance issues, domestic violence aftermath, guilt and shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose and money. Janel frames these topics as things to understand and change through repeated practice and reflection.
In sessions she combines talk, activity, and guided exercises. That can include noticing automatic thoughts, practicing new behaviors, and using grounding or mindfulness techniques. She also draws on EMDR-informed methods when trauma processing is part of the plan.
Janel asks clients to be active partners. She outlines specific goals, tracks progress, and adjusts plans over time. People who want clear steps and steady feedback tend to find this approach helpful.
How CBT, ACT, and EMDR can be used in remote sessions
Janel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify negative thoughts and test practical behavior changes. CBT sessions often focus on short experiments and homework tasks that can be reviewed between meetings.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which emphasizes noticing difficult emotions and committing to value-driven actions. ACT exercises often include simple mindfulness and value-mapping that translate well to remote work. For trauma-focused needs she incorporates EMDR-informed approaches to process distressing memories while tracking changes in emotion and belief.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which methods fit the client’s goals and comfort level. That collaborative stance means plans are adjusted over time as progress or obstacles appear.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking. The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting meetings into a busy schedule, shorter check-ins when needed, and the ability to join from different locations without travel. These options can make it easier to keep regular appointments and try approaches consistently.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and related issues like low self-worth, codependency, relationship strain, and career stress.
How would she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, test new ways of responding, and build practical skills for everyday life.
What is her background and experience?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with five years of clinical experience supporting people through trauma, anxiety, depression, and life changes.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She holds an LCSW credential in Kentucky and practices there.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model 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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