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Dr. Juanita McGowan

Dr. Juanita McGowan

LSCSW

Kansas

Experienced strengths-based counselor and coach

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At a glance

Credentials
LSCSW
License
LSCSW, Kansas / 0529
Experience
40 years
Languages
English
Location
Kansas

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Mindfulness and CBT
    • Strengths focused

    About Juanita

    Dr. Juanita McGowan is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 40 years of experience in Kansas. She brings a calm, encouraging presence and a practical focus to sessions. She often invites clients to draw on their strengths and personal resources while setting clear goals for change.

    Her approach blends practical strategies and reflective work. She uses techniques from Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness methods are part of the work she offers to help with thoughts, mood, and stress.

    She welcomes discussions that include faith when a client wants that as part of therapy. Her background includes roles as a counselor, life coach, teacher, consultant, and administrator, so she often guides people through structured plans as well as reflective conversations. She has academic training in social work and a doctorate in adult and continuing education.

    Dr. McGowan has experience addressing a wide range of concerns. These include stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and family issues, anger, ADHD, and workplace struggles. She also works with aging and caregiver challenges, chronic illness and pain, end-of-life concerns, hoarding, isolation, and multicultural issues.

    Sessions aim to be warm and focused. The process centers on clear goals, practical steps, and building on what already works in a person’s life. People who want a collaborative, strengths-based approach may find her style a good fit.

  2. How therapy methods translate to online sessions

    Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify their own reasons for change. Online work can use conversational questions and goal-setting to build motivation and small steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. In an online setting this often includes reviewing thought records, setting experiments between sessions, and practicing new skills together.

    Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that match a person's goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean trying a few strategies and adjusting the plan based on what feels most helpful.

    The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a work break, or remove the need to be on camera if that helps. Licensed professionals can use these flexible arrangements to focus on practical goals, skill practice, and motivational steps that move a person forward.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepression

    Also works with

    AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementCoachingADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily problemsHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    40+ years

    Listed in

    Kansas

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does this therapist address?

    She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, addictions, anger, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, and workplace issues among other areas.

    How would you describe the therapy style and approach?

    The approach is warm, engaging, and goal oriented. She uses motivational interviewing, mindfulness practices, and cognitive behavioral ideas to help people set goals and change patterns.

    What is her background and experience?

    She has more than 40 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker and has worked as a counselor, coach, teacher, consultant, and administrator.

    What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

    She holds the credential LSCSW and practices in Kansas as a KS LSCSW.

    Which languages are offered for sessions and can international clients participate?

    Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

    What session formats are available?

    The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.

    How are fees and billing handled?

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

    How do I begin working with this therapist?

    Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule 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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