Jeanette "Jan" Kaschmitter, LMHC

Jeanette "Jan" Kaschmitter is a licensed mental health counselor with 25 years of experience in Washington. She focuses on helping adults manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction-related concerns, and life transitions. Jan draws on practical, evidence-based techniques to help people get through hard moments and build better daily routines.

Jan has worked across community mental health, inpatient psychiatric settings, and a tribal clinic. She spent many years in programs that combined mental health and substance use care, and has provided individual, couples, and group counseling for adults. She notes that she is not credentialed in substance use licensing terms, though substance-related work is part of her background.

Her approach is adaptable and goal-oriented. She uses methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and practice new coping skills. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques are used to set clear steps and stay motivated.

Jan also has specialized training in grief and loss, trauma and sexual abuse, and co-occurring disorders. In sessions she aims to meet each person where they are and tailor tools to daily life. She believes people can heal and move toward a healthier balance.

People who choose Jan can expect straightforward, compassionate care focused on practical change. To begin, prospective clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability.

How Jan Uses Practical Therapies Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's experience. The therapist follows the client's lead and helps them name goals and preferences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches steps to change unhelpful patterns. These approaches are often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jan will collaborate with the client to see which methods fit their needs, goals, and daily life. She adjusts techniques over time so things stay useful and relevant.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow quick check-ins between in-person visits. It can also let someone choose shorter or less camera-focused sessions when that helps them stay engaged. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these flexible arrangements to help people keep therapy consistent while managing real-world demands.