Online in New York
(Online Only)
If you are struggling within yourself or what exists outside of you, I can help you create authentic and lasting change so you can experience life in your best way possible. It's the small steps and shifts that lead us to new paths of learning, growing and change. My work with you can transform your life in ways that you may not have ever thought was imaginable. Why not start with a brief conversation with me and just see how that goes. You might be surprised at how feeling genuinely seen and heard can bring new feelings and thoughts to mind. This is the art of therapy and change, creating new experiences.
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Christian, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: My work stems from relational perspective, starting with the relationship with the self and the thinking, feeling, behavioral parts. Once we have a different relationship with ourselves, it changes relationships with everything on the outside... family, friends, family, food, work, finances, community, hobbies, etc. I also teach my clients how to create choices, options and alternatives for concrete and practical parts of life, and also the emotional and relational aspects.
Education & Credentials
Jan Nelson LCSW-R LCSW-R, MSW
- Female
- License # R080984-1
- Licensed in NY
- Practicing Since 2007
Education: BS University of South Florida
MSW New York University
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $225-$300
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- If you are experiencing financial difficulty and are looking for a sliding scale fee, we can talk about financial options for working with me.
- Accepts Insurance
- Cigna, Wellfleet
Jan Nelson LCSW-R Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of New York
- Online Therapy Details: Telehealth sessions
Sessions are conducted virtually using a confidential and HIPAA compliant platform, doxy.me.
Office Hours:
Mon-Thur 12pm-8pm
Fri 12pm-6pm