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Janice Ricks, LISW

Experienced LISW supporting resilience and growth
  • 11 years therapy experience
  • LGBTQ affirming care
  • CBT and ACT methods

About Janice Ricks

Janice Ricks is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio. The LISW credential indicates that she is authorized to practice as an independent social worker. She brings 11 years of professional therapy experience and more than three decades working in social work roles, combining clinical practice with teaching and community education.

Her background includes academic appointments and workshop instruction across Ohio and Florida. She served on the faculty at the University of Cincinnati School of Social Work and later taught in an MSW program as an online instructor at the University of Central Florida. Over the years she has led trainings and workshops for state employees and private agencies, including presentations on the needs of transgender, gay, lesbian, and intersex communities. Her clinical work has involved individuals and families across the lifespan - teens, adults, and older adults - and she has supported people facing grief and loss, life transitions, women's issues, and many other challenges.

Janice uses a range of therapeutic approaches to match each person’s needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered methods, and solution-focused techniques. She emphasizes clients' strengths and resilience and works to help people move forward in practical, meaningful ways. Janice is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Janice Ricks have?

Janice Ricks has 11 years of professional therapy experience.

Is Janice Ricks a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. Her Ohio license is listed as OH LISW I.0600028-SUPV.

In which languages does Janice Ricks provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Janice Ricks located?

Janice Ricks is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Janice Ricks as my therapist?

You can work with Janice Ricks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Janice Ricks work with international clients?

Janice Ricks does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Janice Ricks cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect in the way that fits their schedule and comfort level, choosing from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Licensed professionals offer a range of approaches and you can change therapists if you need a different fit. This format can make it easier to integrate therapeutic support into a busy life while maintaining continuity of care.

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