Janet is a very caring, patient therapist. She listens and remembers what is happening in my life in detail. Even though I know she has other clients, she remembers my situations. She is professional, caring, and is easy to talk to. Highly recommend Janet!
Janet Craig, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Janet is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Janet. View 15 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Janet is patient, kind, and listens w/out judgment. I look forward to our sessions.
More about Janet
- 35 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello! Janet Craig here. I come to Betterhelp with 30+ years of social work/advocacy/counseling experience. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois. I have worked in a variety of settings (child welfare, hospice, and the schools), and am comfortable helping people of all ages explore what makes them tick, what causes them pain, and how they can best take care of themselves. Being a human being is hard work no matter your age or life experience.
I am especially skilled in helping parents with a variety of parenting issues, and have a passion for working with parents of teenagers. Raising a family is one of life's biggest and most important challenges. I'm here to help parents navigate new territory as their kids grow through adolescence.
As a bereavement counselor, I have helped individuals and families cope with loss and it's resulting aftermath. Grief can feel very lonely and overwhelming at times. Sometimes it helps to sort out thoughts and feelings with someone outside the family. That's where I come in.
My approach is one of compassion, careful listening, and guiding individuals toward meeting goals that they set for themselves. I firmly believe that people have the capacity to heal themselves, and that no one has to make that journey alone. My approach to my life and profession is that of acceptance, respect and kindness. The bumper sticker on my car says, “Human kind (be both).” My life's motto.
EXPERTISE
parenting
grief/loss
stress management
relationship issues
self-esteem
anxiety
coping skills
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Aging and Geriatric Issues
Blended Family Issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain illness and disability
Communication problems
Emptiness
Family Problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Self-Harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Janet Craig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962092460.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149-000531 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Janet Craig
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Janet is a very caring, patient therapist. She listens and remembers what is happening in my life in detail. Even though I know she has other clients, she remembers my situations. She is professional, caring, and is easy to talk to. Highly recommend Janet!
Janet is patient, kind, and listens w/out judgment. I look forward to our sessions.
Janet listens to me and adds many thoughtful contributions to our talks. I appreciate her very much.
Incredibly supportive, non-judgmental, and helps me re-frame.
She’s great! Reassuring and yet willing to challenge your ideas and thoughts when needed. Highly recommend her to any professional who has constraints on their schedule. Everyone else too!
Janet does a great job of reframing my thoughts/beliefs about myself. She’s not only a great listener, but we have a great back and forth. I appreciate all the examples she gives me, even from her own life, helps me feel less alone.
Janet is such a kind, amazing soul that makes my day every time we get to talk. She feels more like a friend than a therapist
Janet is a great listener and I always feel at ease when talking to her about my experiences. She’s been a huge support while going through some challenging moments in my life.
I love her! She makes my life so much better
Janet is so caring and kind. She listens with an open mind and gives me great advice to keep moving forward.
Janet is an amazing source of support, she has a very warm and empathetic approach to her counseling that makes it so much easier to talk to her. Whenever I finish a session with her my thoughts are calmed and I have a clearer perspective to move forward with.
Janet is amazing and so inspiring and a fantastic listener and counselor. I feel so thankful to work with her!
Speaking with Janet is a breath of fresh air she’s so sweet and caring and helps with everything that I need you’re gonna love her
An incredible therapist and a wonderfully open-minded and open-hearted individual who listens without judgement and cares about what you're going through.
Janet is a wonderful person and a kind, caring therapist. She is easy to talk to and has good insights and thoughtful suggestions, while being a great listener who is accepting and non-judgemental.
Frequently asked questions
Does Janet Craig offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Janet Craig works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Janet Craig speak?
Janet Craig speaks English.
How many years of experience does Janet Craig have?
Janet Craig has 35 years of experience.
Where is Janet Craig licensed to practice?
Janet Craig is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Janet Craig accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Janet Craig does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Janet Craig offer?
Janet Craig offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Janet Craig?
Janet Craig can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Janet Craig?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.