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Janita Ramar

Janita Ramar

LMHC

New York

Change-focused, collaborative counselor

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, New York / 008256
Experience
11 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

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    • Motivation-centered care
    • Strength-based approach
    • Practical coping skills

    About Janita

    Janita Ramar is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar challenges, and struggles with substance use. She also supports people dealing with trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, anger, and low self-esteem. Janita encourages people to take an active role in their healing and to set practical goals for change.

    Early work in therapy focuses on building a trusting relationship. Janita uses empathy and openness to create a space where clients can speak without judgment. Together they set goals that reflect the client's needs and preferences, and Janita explains the techniques she uses so clients can take ownership of their process.

    Her style is strength-based and person-centered, which means she starts from what a person already has working for them. She also uses solution-focused strategies to help find concrete steps forward. Motivational Interviewing is part of her approach and is used to explore readiness for change and boost motivation when needed.

    Janita draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address thought patterns, behavior, and values-driven action. She helps people build coping skills and practical routines to manage symptoms and daily stressors. Her work emphasizes collaboration and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

    With 11 years of clinical experience, Janita aims to be a supportive, nonjudgmental guide through change. She encourages honesty and openness and works with each person at their own pace.

  2. How Janita’s approaches fit into online therapy

    Janita often combines Motivational Interviewing with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people move toward goals that matter to them. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that explores a person’s readiness for change and helps strengthen motivation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on identifying personal values and taking action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present.

    She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which means sessions prioritize empathy and the client's perspective. The therapist and client work together to choose which approach feels most useful. Figuring out the right mix is part of the work and happens collaboratively based on the client's goals and preferences.

    If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Many people find that meeting remotely helps them stay consistent with sessions and apply new skills to daily routines more quickly.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Co-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionHIV / AIDSMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacks

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    11+ years

    Listed in

    New York

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does Janita help with?

    She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep troubles, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD, and related concerns.

    What is her therapy style like?

    Her style is person-centered and strength-based, with a focus on building trust. She works collaboratively to set goals and uses practical strategies to help people move forward.

    How much experience does she have?

    Janita has 11 years of experience working with a range of mental health concerns and substance use issues.

    What are her credentials and where does she practice?

    She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in New York and practices there.

    Can I work with her in a language other than English?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Does she see clients outside the United States?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How are sessions paid for and what does cost depend on?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin therapy with her?

    Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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