Janice made me feel comfortable right from the start. I have never been to therapy before, so I was a bit nervous - not knowing what to expect. She gave me practical advice that I was able to use after the first session. I am extremely thankful to have found Janice! She is just the right person to help me find the path(s) I need to take on my journey. You will definitely not regret choosing her!
Janice McDermott, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Janice is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Janice. View 24 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Mississippi and Louisiana
Recent reviews
I’ve had therapy with a Janice on and off for a few years now. Every single time I return because I’m having a tough time, she is always there offering great advice. She’s a kind, empathetic, smart therapist
More about Janice
- 37 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Thank you so much for checking my profile, and congratulations on getting this far. Reaching out to a perfect stranger for help, from my experience, is never easy. Helping others make the changes they know they need to make still gives me great satisfaction after 37 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and as a Gestalt and NLP practitioner. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient mental health centers, addiction recovery centers, public and chartered schools, and in private practice for years. I recently retired from supervising new social workers for their licenses. I have seen and heard it all in my time as a therapist. So, have no concerns about sharing information with me whenever you feel comfortable. Also, I’m the author of "Healing Mind, Five steps to Ultimate Healing, Four Rooms for Thoughts: Achieve Satisfaction through a Well-Managed Mind” found on Amazon, Walmart and Barns & Noble, which directs the reader in how to be their own therapist. You can be assured that while working with me, you will be moving in the direction of self-empowerment.
Being able to talk with someone who can understand the pain created by depression, anxiety, and loss can be very helpful. The type of sessions that we have will be based on your needs. We will start from where you are. Every client is different. Yet, we all have a part of ourselves that knows what we need to do or how we need to be. If you aren’t sure what changes you need to make, that may be where we start. Part of my job as a therapist is to help you find that part of yourself and give it a voice as you ground through your five senses. We are all working to make progress, not to become perfect. The perfect human does not exist. However, you are in the perfect place to take the next step on your way to a better life.
I’m looking forward to hearing from you and being in touch.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Multicultural concerns
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
Licenses
Janice McDermott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558651315.
- LCSW · Mississippi · C8073 · Expires April 2025
- LCSW · Louisiana · 2761 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Janice McDermott
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Janice made me feel comfortable right from the start. I have never been to therapy before, so I was a bit nervous - not knowing what to expect. She gave me practical advice that I was able to use after the first session. I am extremely thankful to have found Janice! She is just the right person to help me find the path(s) I need to take on my journey. You will definitely not regret choosing her!
I’ve had therapy with a Janice on and off for a few years now. Every single time I return because I’m having a tough time, she is always there offering great advice. She’s a kind, empathetic, smart therapist
Janice is a very knowledgeable and experienced therapist. I love her honestly and ability to cut right to the truth and facts. She is good at providing tools for working on myself which is a style I appreciate. She always provides thoughtful responses to my journals and is able to integrate that information into our follow-up sessions. I look forward to my meetings with Janice.
Janice has helped me more than any therapist I’ve been to before. Very kind and she’s given me sound advice that’s helped me immensely in only a few sessions. I am looking forward to continuing therapy with her. Highly recommend!
Janice is a high vibration person who has supported me through one of the toughest transitions in my life during divorce. I find her to be a safe space to constructively address all life issues. She is wise, kind, and extremely helpful and insightful. Glad I found her for therapy during this time in my life.
Janice is a great listener. I have noticed more progress in these 1.5 months with her than my last therapist that I worked with for 2 years. She doesn’t let you vent and vent. She’s actually helpful and gives input!
One the best most introspective and helpful therapists around. I learn, grow, and heal with her excellent feedback. Look forward to talking to her every week. An invaluable session every week.
Janice is very patient and is able to talk through problems I am facing with me. I enjoy my therapy sessions with her.
Janice is a blessing! She is one of the best therapists I’ve ever worked with. Janice is professional, supportive, caring, and empathetic. She has a lot of life experience and professional experience which is a powerful combination. She is also very open minded and accepting. I have made progress in leaps and bounds since I’ve been working with Janice. I am so grateful the first therapist I tried on Betterhelp didn’t work out.
Janice has been an incredible resource for me to find ground, understanding, and validation. She helped me locate and support inner pieces of myself needing care and attention. I highly recommend, and thank you!
Janice offers me great and useful tools and information to allow me to seek my goals, she is understanding and professional, I feel very comfortable to share my deepest feeling and concerns.
A great one time session for a specific issue would she helped me address perfectly!
I look forward to my sessions with Janice every week. She is empathetic, intuitive, knowledgeable, and experienced (the list goes on!). Since starting therapy with her, I’ve been able to grow as a person in every aspect with her help. She has changed my life, and I would recommend her to anyone that is seeking a wonderful and caring individual to confide in!
Great listener, very positive and upbeat. I feel in good hands!
Janice has been a real help and very patient too. She encourages you to work through the problems on hand especially if you are going through some tough times.
Janice is the best therapist I've ever worked with. I feel so lucky to have found her! She has so much experience and is so wise. I have complete trust in Janice and her expert advice and feel very supported. I look forward to our sessions.
Janice is wonderful and her experience is extremely evident!
Great therapist !
She’s amazing! Gives incredible advice and tools to utilize in everyday situations.
Janice is an incredible person with amazing insight and experience. She is so easy to talk to and really exudes love and compassion. She truly cares and that is obvious from the first moment you begin working with her. I highly recommend Janice.
Really helped me understand what’s going on internally. I would’ve never been able to figure it out with her help. She’s a wonderful therapist.
I'd like to thank you Janice for helping me start my journey to becoming a better person for my family
Janice is amazing.
I am happy to have the pleasure of working with Janice McDermott, she has and continues to help me better myself and she is greatly appreciated for it.
Frequently asked questions
Does Janice McDermott offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Janice McDermott works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Janice McDermott speak?
Janice McDermott speaks English.
How many years of experience does Janice McDermott have?
Janice McDermott has 37 years of experience.
Where is Janice McDermott licensed to practice?
Janice McDermott is licensed to practice in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Does Janice McDermott accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Janice McDermott accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Janice McDermott offer?
Janice McDermott offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Janice McDermott?
Janice McDermott can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
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