Janet Sohmer , LPCC

Janet Sohmer is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio with 25 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma and other life transitions. She combines practical strategies with compassionate listening to help clients address day-to-day problems, rebuild self-esteem, manage stress and find clearer direction during midlife or other periods of change.

Janet has a broad clinical focus that includes coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, anger, panic, and disorders of mood, and she also works with issues such as codependency, commitment concerns, family of origin dynamics, isolation and feelings of emptiness. Her work often centers on improving communication, managing impulsivity, and reducing symptoms that interfere with relationships and daily functioning.

In sessions she cultivates an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely and honestly. She views the decision to seek therapy as a courageous first step and emphasizes collaboration, helping clients set realistic goals and develop skills to support lasting change. Janet offers support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process and provides services through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Janet Sohmer integrates evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Therapy into her online practice. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve day-to-day functioning. DBT emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be particularly useful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and impulsivity. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance techniques to help reduce rumination, manage stress, and increase tolerance for difficult feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Janet works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time so strategies align with the client’s values and stage of life.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.