Janna Fennell, LPC, LPCC
Direct compassionate counselor for growth
- Direct compassionate support
- CBT and mindfulness tools
- Experience with teens and adults
About Janna Fennell
Janna Fennell acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy and meets clients with a direct yet compassionate approach that encourages honest self-reflection and practical change. She recognizes that meaningful work often requires patience, discomfort, and confronting difficult parts of oneself, and she combines clear feedback with collaborative goal-setting so clients learn new skills and reduce self-sabotaging patterns.
Her therapeutic style blends evidence-informed techniques and a holistic mind-body perspective. She frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside mindfulness practices, progressive muscle relaxation, breathwork, and alternative methods to offer tools clients can use between sessions. Her training includes Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), and Experiential Play Therapy, and she brings strong empathy to work with individuals and families across the lifespan.
Janna has worked in school-based settings with PreK-12 students and their families, in private practice, and in online environments serving teens and young adults. She addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, life transitions, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep difficulties, career concerns, and depression, as well as attachment and codependency issues.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English with a theater minor from Dartmouth College and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Bethel University. She is credentialed as an LPC and an LPCC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and maintains licensure in Minnesota and Virginia. Janna is also a certified yoga instructor (CYT-200) and is pursuing additional training in integrative mental health. Her work is most effective for clients who are motivated to engage in sessions consistently and apply practical strategies between meetings.
Her therapeutic style blends evidence-informed techniques and a holistic mind-body perspective. She frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside mindfulness practices, progressive muscle relaxation, breathwork, and alternative methods to offer tools clients can use between sessions. Her training includes Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), and Experiential Play Therapy, and she brings strong empathy to work with individuals and families across the lifespan.
Janna has worked in school-based settings with PreK-12 students and their families, in private practice, and in online environments serving teens and young adults. She addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, life transitions, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep difficulties, career concerns, and depression, as well as attachment and codependency issues.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English with a theater minor from Dartmouth College and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Bethel University. She is credentialed as an LPC and an LPCC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and maintains licensure in Minnesota and Virginia. Janna is also a certified yoga instructor (CYT-200) and is pursuing additional training in integrative mental health. Her work is most effective for clients who are motivated to engage in sessions consistently and apply practical strategies between meetings.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesDepression
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
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 Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Janna Fennell have?
Janna Fennell has 10 years of experience as a mental health counselor.
Is Janna Fennell a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LPC and LPCC credentials. License details are VA LPC 0701013160 and MN LPCC 2490.
In which languages does Janna Fennell provide therapy?
Janna Fennell provides therapy in English.
Where is Janna Fennell located?
She is based in Minnesota.
How can I work with Janna Fennell as my therapist?
You can work with Janna Fennell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Janna Fennell work with international clients?
Yes, Janna Fennell works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Janna Fennell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Janna draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and learn practical skills for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore relationship patterns and early relational wounds, supporting work on intimacy, abandonment issues, codependency, and communication challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) introduces values-driven action and acceptance strategies to help clients tolerate difficult emotions while moving toward meaningful life goals.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is determined collaboratively. Janna works with each client to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and she adjusts techniques over time so the treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and to access care from different locations. These remote options support continuity of care, allow for timely check-ins, and let clients practice skills between sessions in real-world contexts while working with a licensed professional.