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Juanita Chism Doss, LCSW

Compassionate, practical support for life’s challenges

Credential held
LCSW
Practises from
Tennessee
Years in practice
25
Languages
English
Methods listed
1
Sessions
Online

About Juanita

Juanita Chism Doss helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. She also supports those facing relationship problems, grief, addiction concerns, anger, and the practical strains of parenting and family life. Juanita is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, based in Tennessee with 25 years of experience.

She keeps sessions straightforward and focused on everyday goals. People can expect calm, direct conversations about what is happening now and what would feel different.

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Background and approach

She uses practical tools and clear steps so clients can try new ways of coping between sessions. Juanita often works with people dealing with the fallout from trauma and abuse. She helps clients rebuild a sense of control and improve self-esteem after painful events.

Her approach pays attention to mood patterns and how thoughts influence feelings and behavior. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a frequent part of her work, used to identify unhelpful thinking and replace it with more useful habits. She also helps people handle career pressures and major life changes with planning and realistic problem solving.

Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. Juanita aims to make therapy practical and relevant so clients notice small improvements that add up over time.

How Juanita Uses CBT Online and What to Expect

Juanita often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing them through practical exercises and real-life practice. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, mood swings, and stress by teaching tools to manage thinking patterns and behaviors.

Her online work is collaborative. She will help clients decide which strategies fit their goals and routines. Together they set clear, manageable steps and check progress from session to session so the approach can be adjusted as needed.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care flexible. Video calls are useful for full conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging let people send brief updates, try quick coping techniques, or check in between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, parenting, and daily life.
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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Juanita help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem, relationship problems, family and parenting strains, trauma and abuse, career stress, and coping with life changes.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on clear goals, steady progress, and tools clients can use between meetings.
What is her background and experience?
Juanita has 25 years of clinical experience working with emotional and mood concerns. She draws on long-term practice to keep work grounded and straightforward.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in Tennessee with licence number TN LCSW 4313.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience
25 years
Licensed
Tennessee
Languages
English