Janelle Butler, LMHC
LMHC focused on healing and resilience
- LMHC licensed counselor
- Community mental health experience
- Focus on grief and hope
About Janelle Butler
Janelle Butler began her counseling career serving the greater Seattle area for five years and now practices from the East Coast while continuing to serve Washington and beyond. As a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), she brings hands-on experience from community mental health settings, where she worked with clients across a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and presenting concerns.
She has observed how people often learn to avoid emotional pain, allowing difficult feelings to build and affect both mental and physical well-being over time. Her approach focuses on helping clients identify unhelpful patterns and core beliefs, then either transform those patterns into opportunities for growth or change how they are perceived. Janelle emphasizes that while some relief can be immediate, lasting change typically requires time and sustained effort.
Hope plays a central role in her work, particularly when people face grief, loss, or deep emotional distress. She aims to help clients reconnect with a sense of possibility and to guide them back toward greater wellbeing when despair has taken hold. Janelle offers calm support and practical experience to help clients better understand their struggles and pursue a sense of peace of mind.
She draws on evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring these approaches to each person s needs. Janelle invites clients to explore their challenges with compassion and clear strategies for change.
She has observed how people often learn to avoid emotional pain, allowing difficult feelings to build and affect both mental and physical well-being over time. Her approach focuses on helping clients identify unhelpful patterns and core beliefs, then either transform those patterns into opportunities for growth or change how they are perceived. Janelle emphasizes that while some relief can be immediate, lasting change typically requires time and sustained effort.
Hope plays a central role in her work, particularly when people face grief, loss, or deep emotional distress. She aims to help clients reconnect with a sense of possibility and to guide them back toward greater wellbeing when despair has taken hold. Janelle offers calm support and practical experience to help clients better understand their struggles and pursue a sense of peace of mind.
She draws on evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring these approaches to each person s needs. Janelle invites clients to explore their challenges with compassion and clear strategies for change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Janelle Butler have?
Janelle Butler has 9 years of experience.
Is Janelle Butler a licensed therapist?
Yes. Janelle Butler holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: WA LMHC 60882019.
In which languages does Janelle Butler provide therapy?
Janelle Butler provides therapy in English and American Sign Language.
Where is Janelle Butler located?
Janelle Butler is located in Washington.
How can I work with Janelle Butler as my therapist?
You can work with Janelle Butler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Janelle Butler work with international clients?
Yes, Janelle Butler works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Janelle Butler cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether connecting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can meet with a therapist in the format that fits their routine and comfort level, choosing from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to maintain consistency and fit therapy into a busy life.
Licensed professionals and therapists offer the same therapeutic skills and approaches in remote sessions as they do in person, and clients may choose to switch therapists if they are seeking a different fit. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible path to support, practical tools, and meaningful progress.