Dr. Jan Ligon, LCSW, CSW - Therapist in Georgia

About Jan

Dr. Jan Ligon offers a practical, goal-focused way of working that centers on clear steps and measurable progress. He is a licensed clinical social worker with 33 years of experience and holds an MSW and PhD from the University of Georgia.

Sessions emphasize setting achievable goals and using proven techniques to address relationship strains, parenting challenges, self-esteem, grief, and major life transitions. Dr. Ligon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that get in the way.

Background and approach

He also applies Motivational Interviewing to strengthen a person’s own reasons for change and Solution-Focused Therapy to build on strengths and move toward concrete outcomes. These methods are practical and action-oriented, with an eye toward real-life improvements. His work balances understanding the past with planning for the future.

Clients can expect collaboration in the room - the therapist and client work together to create steps that fit daily life. The approach prioritizes clear goals and tasks that can be practiced between sessions. Dr.

Ligon practices in Georgia and uses straightforward language during sessions. He pays attention to communication problems, family issues, divorce and separation, infidelity, and money concerns when these affect relationships and daily functioning. He also brings experience addressing aging and geriatric concerns, workplace issues, guilt and shame, and supports people with visual impairment-related challenges.

All sessions are conducted in English.

Practical therapy approaches for online sessions

Dr. Ligon commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in his online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and replaces them with healthier patterns, which can be useful for relationship strain, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Motivational Interviewing focuses on a person’s own reasons for change and boosts motivation to try new behaviors when someone feels uncertain about next steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, and then recommend techniques to try. That process is collaborative - the therapist and client decide together what seems most likely to move things forward.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and let people continue work from home or another convenient place. The emphasis is on practical methods that can be practiced between sessions and adapted to each person’s daily life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Solution-Focused Therapy

Rather than examining the problem at length, this looks at what is already working and builds on it. Sessions tend to be practical and forward-looking, with small achievable steps, which translates readily to shorter online conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

He focuses on relationship issues, parenting, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and grief, plus related areas such as divorce, communication problems, infidelity, and money issues.

What is the therapy style like in sessions?

The approach is practical and task-oriented, using techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to set goals and try concrete steps between sessions.

How much experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has 33 years of clinical experience and brings long-standing practice to relationship and life-transition concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a licensed clinical social worker with credentials LCSW, CSW and licence GA LCSW CSW001737, based in Georgia.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions may take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different preferences.

How does the cost structure work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through 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 then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Relationship issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 33 years
Licensed: Georgia
Languages: English

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