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Janita Ramar

Compassionate guidance with practical tools

LMHC New York

Experience
11 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Bipolar
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Janita

Janita Ramar is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York who supports people working through stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, substance use concerns, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, and related challenges.

Background and approach

She approaches care with empathy and encourages individuals to engage actively in the therapy process, helping them build practical coping skills and clarify goals that match their needs and preferences. In early sessions she prioritizes forming a trusting therapeutic relationship so clients feel heard and understood without judgment.

Janita blends a person-centered stance with solution-focused strategies and cognitive behavioral techniques, discussing methods openly so clients can take ownership of the work. Motivational interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy also inform her style when exploring readiness for change and values-guided action.

With 11 years of clinical experience, Janita emphasizes strengths, collaborative planning, and skill development to support sustained progress. She invites clients to explore change at their own pace while providing consistent support, practical tools, and a nonjudgmental space to process life challenges and pursue healthier outcomes.

Approaches that inform online therapy and how they help



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep disruption. It emphasizes practical strategies and exercises clients can apply between sessions to change thinking patterns and improve daily functioning.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action even in the presence of difficult emotions. It can be useful for managing chronic worry, stress, and mood challenges by encouraging mindful acceptance paired with goal-directed behavior.

Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss these approaches with clients, consider their goals and preferences, and tailor techniques so work feels relevant and manageable. Clients are invited to provide feedback and adjust focus as therapy progresses.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for differing schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills in real time, and stay engaged when in-person visits are impractical, while still allowing therapists to use CBT and ACT strategies effectively.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Janita address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleeping difficulties, anger, self esteem, career issues, and ADHD.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
The approach is collaborative and person-centered, combining solution-focused work with cognitive behavioral strategies and motivational interviewing to build skills and clarify goals.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Janita has 11 years of experience working with people facing mood disorders, substance use, trauma, and a variety of co-occurring concerns.
Where is Janita licensed and located?
She holds the LMHC credential with license number NY LMHC 008256 and practices from New York.
Does she offer therapy in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for remote care?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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

Licensed

New York

Languages

English