Jana Kessler , LMHC

Jana Kessler is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with 17 years of professional experience. She has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and issues related to LGBTQ+ identity, as well as difficulties with concentration, memory, and focus associated with ADHD. Her experience spans a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns that often intersect in daily life.

Jana approaches each person as the expert of their own story, looking for the strengths they already possess to navigate and overcome challenges. She emphasizes the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and positions herself as a supportive partner in that process. Her work centers on listening, validating experience, and helping clients move toward the changes they want to make.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Jana Kessler

Jana Kessler draws on several well-established approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the client leads the conversation and priorities - this approach supports people working through identity questions, relationship concerns, and emotional stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety and depression and offers practical techniques to shift those patterns and improve day-to-day functioning. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people explore their own motivation for change and make concrete steps toward goals, which can be useful for issues like concentration, focus, and lifestyle adjustments.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Jana works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods as progress unfolds so the work remains relevant and client-centered.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexible ways to engage in counseling. These formats can make it easier to schedule sessions, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different settings, helping therapy fit more naturally into busy lives.