Janis E. Yates, LPC

Janis E. Yates is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia. She focuses on helping people who are struggling with addictions, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, and major life changes. Her work centers on meeting people where they are and helping them take small steps toward clearer goals and greater self-respect.

She emphasizes that each person knows their own story and strengths. Sessions focus on practical steps and building motivation rather than long lectures. Janis aims to support people as they try new ways of coping and make room for self-love and forgiveness.

With six years of clinical experience, Janis has worked with people facing drug and alcohol addiction and related control issues. She also helps those navigating grief, career decisions, and questions about life purpose. Her background includes supporting people who want to increase confidence and make lasting changes.

Janis uses a mix of approaches chosen to match each person’s needs. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to listen and reflect, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen readiness for change. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, achievable goals.

People who choose Janis can expect straightforward conversations, practical tools, and encouragement to try new ways of handling problems. To begin, she asks people to describe their priorities and then works collaboratively to build steps that fit everyday life.

How Janis’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy is based on listening and reflecting what matters most to the person. It focuses on understanding your goals and building trust so you can explore change at your own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect moods and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns and reduce anxiety or stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Janis will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She tailors the mix of listening, skill-building, and motivational support based on what someone wants to achieve.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to keep consistent appointments, check in between tasks, and use tools learned in session in real life. The therapist's profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm which options are offered before booking. A clear plan is created together to ensure sessions align with daily routines and responsibilities.