Janice McDermott , LCSW

Janice McDermott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 31 years of experience who continues to find deep satisfaction in helping people make meaningful changes in their lives. As an LCSW - a license that authorizes clinical social work and therapeutic practice - she has worked across outpatient and inpatient mental health centers, addiction recovery programs, public and chartered schools, and in private practice. Over the course of her career she also trained and supervised new social workers as they completed requirements for licensure, a role she recently stepped away from through retirement.

Janice brings additional training as a Gestalt and NLP practitioner to her work, and she writes about healing and personal growth in her books Healing Mind, Five steps to Ultimate Healing, Four Rooms for Thoughts: Achieve Satisfaction through a Well-Managed Mind and Healing the Mind Pathway through the Heart, Portal to the Soul. She approaches each person from their current place, tailoring sessions to individual needs and helping clients locate the inner voice that knows what change is needed. Grounding through the five senses and practical steps toward self-empowerment are central themes in her practice. Janice emphasizes progress over perfection and supports people coping with depression, anxiety, loss, and other life challenges as they take the next steps toward a more satisfying life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Sessions

Janice McDermott uses several evidence-informed approaches to help clients navigate change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that move a person toward a meaningful life - it can help with anxiety, depression, and stress that gets in the way of living fully. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the client's experience, offering empathy and nonjudgmental listening so people can explore their feelings and find their own solutions - this approach is often helpful for relationship challenges, grief, and self-esteem concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns, which can be useful for managing anxiety, mood concerns, and coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Janice works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions and adjusts methods as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people balancing work, family, and other commitments. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing for consistent contact and practical support without the need to travel. These options make it easier to maintain momentum in therapy and to access licensed professionals and therapists from familiar environments.