Janet Wise, LCSW
Compassionate NY LCSW for trauma and transition
- Trauma and grief
- Mindfulness and CBT
- Family and relationships
About Janet Wise
Janet Wise is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 30 years of experience supporting people across the lifespan who face chronic illness and varied forms of psychological and physical trauma. She has worked with young adults through seniors on challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, community violence, and questions related to gender identity, bringing a steady, compassionate presence to each therapeutic relationship.
She emphasizes cultural sensitivity and has trained others in cultural competency, attending to the ways culture shapes experience and healing. Her clinical work draws on evidence-informed methods including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness practices, and Solution-Focused Therapy, and she collaborates with clients to set and pursue meaningful goals rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Janet completed intensive training in pastoral counseling at Fordham University’s School of Religion and Religious Studies and has provided grief and crisis support in hospital settings such as the emergency room and intensive care unit, as well as pastoral care at The Riverside Church in New York City. That background informs her work with people coping with loss, especially when farewells were not possible.
She also brings a somatic dimension to her practice as a licensed fitness instructor who teaches yoga, Enerchi (a form of Tai Chi), and cardio-fitness including Cardio Drumming. Janet approaches healing holistically, attending to mind, body, and spirit while helping people reclaim stability, purpose, and moments of joy.
She emphasizes cultural sensitivity and has trained others in cultural competency, attending to the ways culture shapes experience and healing. Her clinical work draws on evidence-informed methods including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness practices, and Solution-Focused Therapy, and she collaborates with clients to set and pursue meaningful goals rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Janet completed intensive training in pastoral counseling at Fordham University’s School of Religion and Religious Studies and has provided grief and crisis support in hospital settings such as the emergency room and intensive care unit, as well as pastoral care at The Riverside Church in New York City. That background informs her work with people coping with loss, especially when farewells were not possible.
She also brings a somatic dimension to her practice as a licensed fitness instructor who teaches yoga, Enerchi (a form of Tai Chi), and cardio-fitness including Cardio Drumming. Janet approaches healing holistically, attending to mind, body, and spirit while helping people reclaim stability, purpose, and moments of joy.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Janet Wise have?
Janet Wise has 30 years of experience working with individuals and families across a range of challenges.
Is Janet Wise a licensed therapist?
Yes. Janet Wise holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as NY LCSW 025619.
In which languages does Janet Wise provide therapy?
Janet Wise provides therapy in English.
Where is Janet Wise located?
Janet Wise is located in New York.
How can I work with Janet Wise as my therapist?
You can work with Janet Wise through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Janet Wise work with international clients?
Janet Wise does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Janet Wise 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 with Janet Wise
Janet integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her practice to help people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns - an approach often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also uses Mindfulness-based techniques to teach present-moment awareness and stress management skills that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation. In addition, her work reflects client-centered principles, emphasizing empathy, collaboration, and tailoring the process to each person's values and goals so therapy feels personally relevant and respectful.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Janet works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time as progress and circumstances change.
Online therapy offers flexibility that can make consistent care more accessible. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, clients can engage in therapy from home or other convenient locations, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose the format that best supports their communication style and schedule. Licensed professionals can adapt these modalities to provide focused, goal-oriented work even when meeting remotely.