Jeanette "Jan" Kaschmitter, LMHC

Jeanette "Jan" Kaschmitter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience. She has practiced in Washington since 2001 and uses an adaptable, person-focused style. Jan aims to make therapy approachable and practical for adults facing life transitions and emotional strain.

Jan has worked in community mental health, inpatient psychiatric settings, and a tribal clinic. She spent 13 years in integrated mental health and substance use programs, though she is not credentialed in substance use. Her background includes individual, couples, and group counseling with primarily adult clients.

Her way of working draws on several evidence-based techniques. Jan commonly uses methods derived from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Client-Centered Therapy. She describes her approach as eclectic and adapts methods to each person’s needs.

Jan has specialized training in grief and loss, trauma and sexual abuse, and co-occurring disorders. She often helps people cope with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, addictions, caregiver strain, and aging and geriatric issues. Sessions focus on practical skills, clearer thinking, and steady emotional regulation.

Those who work with Jan can expect straightforward talk, tools to manage symptoms, and attention to life goals. She frames therapy as a shared process and aims to help people move toward balance and renewed purpose.

How Jan's approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding a person's experience and building a trusting relationship by listening closely and reflecting what matters most. It helps people feel heard and clarifies their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to teach practical strategies for mood and stress management; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right blend of methods is part of the work. Jan collaborates with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts the mix over time, checking in to see what helps and what needs changing.

Session options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current formats before booking. Online therapy offers practical benefits for many people, such as fitting sessions into a busy day, avoiding travel time, or using shorter check-ins when a full session isn't possible. For some, online meetings make it easier to use skills in daily life between sessions. If you want to explore this way of working, confirm available formats and schedule, then discuss how to shape sessions to your routine during the first appointment.