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Whitney Johnson

Practical, collaborative therapy for emotional clarity

LCSW Florida

Experience
13 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Whitney

Whitney Johnson is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who centers her practice on practical, evidence-informed approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients manage symptoms and build coping skills.

Background and approach

She draws on a mix of mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, motivational interviewing, and client-centered work to tailor sessions to each person’s needs, aiming to identify triggers and develop strategies that reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

With 13 years of experience and a foundation in individual and family therapy, she blends insight-oriented conversation with concrete tools that support emotional regulation and behavior change.

Clients seeking help for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar concerns, anger, compassion fatigue, ADHD, relationship or family challenges, and issues like self-esteem, loneliness, guilt, and life purpose will find a clinician who emphasizes collaboration, clarity, and actionable steps.

Whitney earned her master’s degree in social work and her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Central Florida, and she practices in Florida. She welcomes international clients and uses a variety of remote session formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

Integrating evidence-based approaches with online care

Whitney uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and build practical coping skills that reduce anxiety, improve mood, and change problematic behaviors. She also incorporates mindfulness therapy to cultivate present-moment awareness, emotional regulation, and stress reduction through simple attention and breathing practices. Additionally, solution-focused techniques are used to set clear goals and develop concrete steps toward change, which can be especially helpful for people seeking short-term progress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; Whitney partners with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then adapts methods over time so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model. Clients are invited to try strategies together and provide feedback so the plan evolves with measurable progress.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to access consistent care from wherever they are. These remote formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity when schedules change, and receive ongoing support between appointments.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Whitney work with?
She addresses a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar concerns, anger, compassion fatigue, ADHD, relationship and family struggles, and related topics like self-esteem, loneliness, and life purpose.
What is Whitney's therapeutic style?
Her approach blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to create practical, collaborative treatment plans.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 13 years of experience in clinical practice, including work in individual and family therapy settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Whitney holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Florida as FL LCSW SW15515.
Can nonlocal clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions with people who are not in Florida.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in starting therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English