Janell Dickerson

Janell Dickerson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) practicing in Florida with four years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and major life changes. Her profile also lists addictions, LGBT concerns, bipolar disorder, and life purpose among her focus areas.

She approaches sessions believing clients know their own stories and strengths. Janell uses conversational work to help people identify what matters and what gets in the way. Sessions are practical and direct, with attention to day-to-day coping and decision points.

Her listed methods include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Those approaches tend to emphasize present-moment action, thought patterns that influence mood, and concrete skills for managing intense emotions. Janell adapts these tools to the issues a person brings, such as grief, isolation, or a midlife crossroads.

Clients who feel lost after a life change or who are unsure about next steps can expect a focus on identifying values and small behavior changes. She also addresses communication problems, guilt and shame, and practical concerns tied to illness, immigration, or end-of-life matters. The work aims to build everyday routines and coping skills rather than quick fixes.

Janell conducts sessions in English and practices under the license listings FL LCSW and SC LISW-CP. For people considering a first session, she recommends starting with a short questionnaire to match goals and schedule a meeting.

Using ACT, CBT and DBT tools in online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice their thoughts and clarify what matters to them. It supports choosing actions that align with those values even when feelings are difficult. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, behaviors, and mood and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving how someone copes day to day.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. Janell will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring. That means checking in and adjusting methods if something isn’t working.

The benefits of working online often include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. Because the exact session formats are not specified here, confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it simpler to keep appointments during life transitions, to practice skills between meetings, and to focus on short, concrete changes that carry into everyday life.