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Jeanni Johnson-Green, LICSW, LCSW

Calm, practical support for anxiety and stress

15 years in practice · based in New York · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Jeanni

Jeanni Johnson-Green is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress and anxiety. She brings 15 years of experience and a practical, down-to-earth style to her work in New York. Jeanni aims to create a space that feels warm and nonjudgmental so people can name goals and take steps toward them.

She earned a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and has extensive experience in acute care settings.

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Background and approach

That background shaped her ability to respond calmly to crises and to help people find steady ways to cope with big changes. She uses clear, straightforward techniques rather than jargon. Jeanni blends several therapeutic approaches to fit each person.

She draws on client-centered methods to follow what matters most to the individual. She uses cognitive behavioral ideas to help change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and she weaves in mindfulness to build calmer moments during the day. Common concerns she addresses include anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, anger, self-esteem, and mood disorders.

She also supports people facing workplace stress, experiences of prejudice or discrimination, multicultural concerns, and the strain of life transitions. Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused. Jeanni aims to help people identify small, practical steps they can use between sessions.

She keeps a compassionate tone and at times brings a bit of humor to ease difficult conversations.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Jeanni often uses client-centered methods that put the person's priorities first. This approach means sessions begin by listening closely and helping people set goals that matter to them, useful for anxiety, life transitions, and relationship questions.

She also uses cognitive behavioral strategies to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT-style work online can include tracking patterns between sessions, practicing new skills, and checking progress together to reduce anxious reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jeanni treats therapy as a collaboration and will discuss which methods fit a person's goals and preferences. She adjusts pacing and techniques based on what a person responds to in sessions.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is helpful when visual cues matter and for longer weekly sessions. Phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for focused check-ins. Live chat and texting work for brief check-ins, skill practice, or when intermittent support fits a person's schedule. These options make it easier to fit regular care into busy lives and to try different formats to see what works best.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of issues does Jeanni work with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, anger, self-esteem, bipolar and other mood disorders, and life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is warm, attentive, and pragmatic. She focuses on collaboration and uses straightforward methods rather than clinical jargon.
How much experience does she have?
Jeanni has 15 years of clinical experience, including work in acute care settings that involved crisis response and short-term stabilization.
What credentials and location are listed for her?
She holds a Master of Science in Social Work and is licensed as an LICSW in Minnesota and an LCSW in New York. Her practice is based in New York.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

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Experience
15 years
Licensed
New York, Minnesota
Languages
English

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