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Online therapist

Jonetta Wakely

Calm, practical support for parenting and life

Credentials
LPC
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Oklahoma
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Jonetta

Jonetta Wakely is a licensed professional counselor who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship and parenting challenges. She uses straightforward, practical language in sessions so parents can talk about what’s happening at home without feeling judged. Jonetta asks clients to explain what matters to them and then works alongside them to find clearer, more effective choices.

She emphasizes real actions that can improve day-to-day life rather than debating who was right or wrong.

Background and approach

Jonetta draws on two decades of counseling experience and training to shape each plan. She applies cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns. She also uses dialectical behavior strategies to teach emotion regulation and coping skills.

Her approach pays attention to attachment and the stories people tell about themselves. That helps when sorting through relationship patterns, abandonment issues, or communication problems. She blends mindfulness and existential ideas to encourage clearer values and present-moment awareness.

Jonetta holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential - LPC - and practices in Oklahoma. Her work often focuses on practical skill-building, problem solving, and helping people make decisions that fit their lives. She often recommends simple, trackable steps clients can try between sessions.

Sessions are offered using a range of online formats. She welcomes conversations about goals and tailors methods to each person’s needs and preferences.

How Jonetta’s Approaches Work Online

Jonetta uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT breaks issues into thoughts, feelings, and actions so small steps can lead to noticeable changes. She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy to teach practical emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills that help in heated moments and ongoing stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. She will talk with clients about problems, goals, and preferences and then recommend techniques to try. That collaborative process lets the therapist adjust methods over time based on what actually helps.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy family routines and to use brief check-ins when needed. The variety of formats supports different needs - longer discussions by video, quick problem-solving by chat, or steady support through text.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

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.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Jonetta address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, parenting and relationship issues, plus related concerns like anger, self-esteem, career stress, and a range of attachment and personality-related topics.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses plain language and practical steps. Sessions focus on skill-building, clearer choices, and what clients can try between appointments.
What is her clinical background?
Jonetta has 20 years of experience and advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy techniques.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential - OK LPC LPC04598 - and practices in Oklahoma.
In which languages can sessions be held and are international clients supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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