Dr. Juanita McGowan, LSCSW - Therapist in Kansas

About Juanita

Dr. Juanita McGowan uses practical, evidence-informed approaches to help people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and life transitions. She is a licensed clinical social worker - LSCSW - with four decades of experience.

Her manner is warm and focused, and she aims to help clients use their strengths to move forward. Parents reading this will find clear, straightforward guidance rather than jargon. Her background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Adult and Continuing Education and social work degrees from the University of Kansas.

Background and approach

Over a long career she has worked across ages and cultural backgrounds. She mixes strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness with motivational techniques and solution-focused tools. In a session she helps people notice thought patterns that keep them stuck and practices small, manageable changes.

She uses mindfulness to calm the body and focus attention. Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about making a change. Dr.

McGowan is open to including faith if a client wants that in their work. Her style blends encouragement with clear goals and practical steps. She often frames progress as small, steady choices rather than one big fix.

Her experience includes long-term work in Kansas and a history of supporting adults through transitions, caregiving stress, chronic health issues, and end-of-life concerns. People can expect straightforward guidance, a plan-oriented approach, and respect for their personal values.

Online approaches that focus on practical change

Dr. McGowan uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT breaks problems into thought and action steps so clients can test small changes and see what works. She also uses mindfulness practices to teach attention and calm; mindfulness helps reduce reactivity and supports clearer decision making. Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works together with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That collaboration may mean blending CBT, mindfulness, and motivational techniques until a practical plan feels right. Online sessions include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to keep momentum between sessions. They also allow continuity of care for people who live far from Kansas or who prefer remote sessions. The emphasis is on flexible, regular contact and using the chosen approaches in a way that fits 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.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does she address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and relationship and family concerns, plus related topics such as caregiver stress and chronic illness.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style is warm, focused, and goal-oriented. She encourages using strengths and small, practical steps toward change.

How much experience does she have?

She has 40 years of clinical experience working in Kansas and with multicultural populations across the lifespan.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a licensed clinical social worker - LSCSW - with license KS LSCSW 0529, and she practices in Kansas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she also accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How does billing and cost work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 40 years
Licensed: Kansas
Languages: English

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