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Ja’Nera Johnson

Therapist(She/her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Bipolar disorder, Depression, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

As a Louisiana native and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I am passionate about helping individuals, groups and families navigate life's challenges while building resilience, confidence, and meaningful change. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, veterans, and families across a variety of clinical settings, including inpatient psychiatric care, outpatient clinics, substance use treatment programs, mental health rehabilitation, correctional rehabilitation facilities, and school-based services. I am also trained in EMDR and utilize evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's unique needs.

I believe therapy is a collaborative process where healing, self-discovery, and growth can take place in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. Together, we can work to strengthen self-esteem, heal from trauma and attachment wounds, manage anxiety and depression, improve emotional regulation, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and process grief, loss, and mood-related concerns.

Throughout my career, I have supported clients facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, family transitions, low self-worth, substance use concerns, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, and other life stressors. My goal is to help clients gain insight, develop practical coping strategies, and create lasting change that enhances their overall well-being and relationships.

It is a privilege to walk alongside clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. I strive to bring authenticity, compassion, and honesty to the therapeutic relationship while gently challenging the beliefs, thoughts, and emotional patterns that may be standing in the way of the life you want to live. Whether you're seeking relief from emotional pain, navigating a difficult transition, or looking to deepen your understanding of yourself, I am here to support you every step of the way.

My approach to therapy

I"m EMDR trained, TF-CBT trained and have experience with DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, MI and IFS. I have significant experience with treating depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders , relational stress and trauma.

What you can expect from me

To obtain clinical data to set goals, discuss treatment process, appropriate modalities, and termination. New clients----> I do provide a 10-15 minute grace period, failure to appear for your intake will result in a cancellation fee without communication of your absence. Thank you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Participatory, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Southern University at New Orleans
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas, Illinois, Louisiana), LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (District Of Columbia)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Depression, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Children, Seniors
  • Languages
    English