If you're feeling stuck, finding yourself repeating the same patterns, or you've been in therapy before but aren't quite sure how to apply what you've learned in everyday life, you're not alone.
I offer direct, compassionate therapy that helps turn insight into meaningful, real-world change. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, perfectionism, people-pleasing, low self-esteem, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences, therapy can help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
I work best with people who are motivated for change and ready to move beyond awareness alone. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, challenge patterns that no longer serve you, and develop practical tools you can use outside of sessions to create lasting change. I especially enjoy working with high achievers, perfectionists, and individuals who are ready to translate insight into action.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota, Virginia, and New York with over 10 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults from diverse backgrounds. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dartmouth College and my Master of Arts in Counseling from Bethel University. My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), and Experiential Play Therapy.
My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and collaborative. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space while remaining honest, direct, and solution-focused. I use a holistic, integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapies with mindfulness and mind-body techniques to support the whole person.
One of my primary modalities is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that helps you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, emotional responses, and behaviors. The goal is not simply to feel better during therapy sessions, but to build the skills and confidence needed to continue supporting yourself long after therapy has ended.
My style tends to be more direct and solution-oriented than that of some therapists. I ask thought-provoking questions, provide honest feedback, challenge unhelpful patterns, and encourage you to actively engage in the therapeutic process. Therapy works best when we work together, and I believe meaningful change happens when insight is paired with action.
Clients often seek my support for:
• Anxiety and stress management
• Depression and mood concerns
• Childhood trauma and adverse experiences
• Life transitions and adjustment difficulties
• Low self-esteem and self-worth concerns
• Codependency and people-pleasing patterns
• Attachment and relationship challenges
• Anger management
• Grief and loss
• Sleep difficulties
Treatment is always tailored to your unique goals, values, and circumstances—there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
Please note that I do not treat ADHD, eating disorders, or personality disorders.
If you're motivated for change, willing to do the work, and looking for a therapist who will both support and challenge you, we may be a good fit!
Additional areas of focus: Coping with addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Depression, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MN LPCC 2490
VA LPC 0701013160
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Janna Fennell. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Awesome, patient and kind.
Written on Mar 31, 2026 after therapy with Janna for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Janna is a phenomenal therapist whose guidance has really helped me in facing very heavy topics in my life. Shes able to provide so much clarity, i feel so much clarity after our sessions and confident in facing my issues.
Written on Mar 25, 2024 after therapy with Janna for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Janna is a wonderful therapist! She is caring, professional, and genuine. I enjoy her directness and feel I was able to make more progress with her than with other therapists in the past. I fully trust in her expertise and would recommend her to anyone!
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Janna for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Janna is so very helpful and insightful, but most of all honest. I’m very grateful to have had to opportunity to work with her!
Written on Jul 09, 2023 after therapy with Janna for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Janna was wonderful! She’s really helped me with acknowledging my value in situations and advocating for myself. She had been wonderful in giving me logical solutions in a gentle way that’s made me feel heard and respected.
Written on Mar 31, 2023 after therapy with Janna for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
I just started working with Janna, but it’s going well. She’s professional, informative, and listens to me.
Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Janna for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes