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Juanita Chism Doss, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW helping manage anxiety and stress

25 years in practice · based in Tennessee · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Juanita

Juanita Chism Doss is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress and anxiety. She works with adults facing depression, mood changes, relationship strain, addictions, grief, and anger. Her aim is to make therapy feel straightforward and useful from the first session.

She keeps sessions practical and focused on what matters now. Conversations often zero in on coping skills, problem solving, and ways to manage symptoms that get in the way of daily life.

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Background and approach

Juanita explains techniques in plain language and helps people try them between sessions. Her work often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which links thoughts, feelings, and actions to help change unhelpful patterns. She also emphasizes building routines and communication habits that support recovery and better functioning.

Progress is measured by small, concrete changes the person can notice. Juanita’s style is warm and collaborative. She listens, asks clear questions, and works with each person to set reasonable goals.

Sessions are adjusted to fit what a person needs that week, whether that means learning a new coping tool or working through a difficult conversation. She practices in Tennessee and offers a mix of session types to fit different needs. People come to her seeking help with parenting strain, family conflict, career stress, and life transitions.

The focus is on practical steps that lead to real relief and improved daily functioning.

How CBT and online sessions can help with anxiety

Juanita uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people see the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of responding, which can reduce anxious thoughts and improve mood. It often involves short exercises and small behavior changes between sessions to build momentum.

Her work also emphasizes practical routines and communication strategies that support emotional stability. This helps when stress, family conflict, or life changes make daily tasks harder. She and the client decide together which techniques to try first and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy lets people work with a licensed professional from different locations using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions are useful for in-depth conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text messaging make short, focused check-ins and skill practice easier to fit into a busy day. These options offer flexibility so therapy can fit into work, school, or caregiving schedules.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does she help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, low self-esteem, career issues, parenting and family conflict, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. She focuses on practical tools, clear goals, and small changes that help day-to-day functioning.
What is her background and experience?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of clinical experience working with people across a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is she located and what are her credentials?
She practices in Tennessee and holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what is the cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
25 years
Licensed
Tennessee
Languages
English

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