- LPC in Mississippi
- CBT and ACT methods
- Trauma informed approach
About Janice
Janice Stidman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Mississippi with ten years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, and challenges linked to self-esteem and identity. Janice also addresses concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood disorders, grief, parenting strain, and feelings of guilt and shame.
Janice uses several evidence-informed methods to help people notice patterns and try different responses. She commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to clarify values and small, manageable steps. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when trauma memories are a focus.
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Janice helps people name what is happening, practice skills in session, and work out what to try between meetings. She offers support around attachment concerns, abandonment, body image, communication problems, control issues, and forgiveness without making labels the main focus.
Her practice emphasizes practical coping strategies for everyday life. She helps people sort through guilt, shame, and isolation, and figure out steps that fit their daily routines. Janice also supports those dealing with compassion fatigue, career stress, and questions about life purpose.
People who prefer clear tools, structured skill practice, and collaborative planning tend to find this approach useful. Sessions are conducted in English and reflect ten years of ongoing clinical work in Mississippi.
How Janice uses ACT, CBT and DBT online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, name what matters to them, and take small actions that match those values. It is often used for anxiety, guilt, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting patterns in thoughts and behaviors and practicing concrete alternatives to reduce distress. It can help with depression, anxiety, and self-critical thinking. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication when feelings run high.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Janice will talk with each person about their goals and try methods that fit those goals. If trauma memories are central, she may integrate EMDR or other trauma-focused work when appropriate. The plan evolves based on how well tools work in daily life.
Confirm specific session formats before booking, as the profile does not list formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into busy schedules, shorten a check-in when time is tight, or avoid travel. Working this way supports practicing skills between sessions and using real-life situations as part of the work.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, and related concerns such as guilt and shame.
How would she approach feelings of shame?
She uses practical methods like CBT to examine self-critical thoughts and ACT to clarify values and small steps toward acting differently.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Janice has ten years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor and has worked with a wide range of mood and trauma-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an MS and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the profile.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.