Licensed Clinical Social Worker · New Jersey

A path toward
healing begins
here.

Compassionate, evidence-based counseling for individuals navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, and life transitions. You deserve more than survival.

More than 20
Years of Experience
✦ Verified by Psychology Today
✦ In-Network with Major Insurers
✦ Telehealth Available Statewide
✦ English & Spanish
✦ Free 15-Minute Consult
Janette Sheppard

Empowerment-driven care, rooted in lived experience.

With a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University and 20 years of U.S. military service, Janette Sheppard brings a uniquely grounded perspective to counseling. She specializes in Trauma-Focused, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy — always guided by one belief: everyone has the capacity to change.

As a bilingual counselor, Janette provides culturally sensitive care for English- and Spanish-speaking clients. Her background in addiction counseling gives her deep insight into substance use disorders, relapse prevention, and recovery support.

20+ Years
Professional Experience
English & Spanish
Services Available
7 Major
Insurance Plans Accepted

Flexible support for every situation.

Individual Sessions
Personalized one-on-one guidance tailored to your unique needs, goals, and challenges.
Professional Supervision
Clinical supervision for emerging social workers and counselors seeking guidance, growth, and licensure support.
Tele-Health
Secure video sessions from the privacy of your home — available on weekdays and evenings.
Family
Strengthening family systems through improved communication, boundaries, and resilience.

Deep expertise where it matters most.

Trauma-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Substance Use & Addiction
Anxiety & Depression
Military & Veteran Transition
Dual Diagnosis
Mood & Personality Disorders

Serving diverse populations.

Ages Served

Teens, adults, and elders (65+) are all welcome.

Military & Veterans

Specialized support for service members navigating civilian life.

Bilingual Care

Culturally sensitive support in English and Spanish.

Recovery Support

Relapse prevention and long-term recovery planning.

Getting Started

Your journey, three steps forward.

01
Free 15-Minute Call
We begin with a no-commitment conversation to understand your needs and explore whether we're the right fit for you.
02
Personalized Care Plan
Together we develop a roadmap built around your specific goals, challenges, and therapy preferences.
03
Begin Your Sessions
Meet weekly or bi-weekly via secure telehealth — at times that work around your life, evenings included.

In-network with major plans.

Aetna
Cigna / Evernorth
Horizon BCBS
Oscar Health
Oxford (Optum)
United Healthcare
UHC Medicare Advantage
+ Out-of-Network

Transparent, simple pricing.

Self-Pay Available
Per Individual Session

Private pay accepted. Sliding scale and insurance options available to make care accessible.

Apple Cash Venmo Zelle PayPal Cash

Qualifications

Fully licensed & professionally verified.

License
LCSW — NJ #44SC06362600
State of New Jersey · Expires Aug 2026
Addiction Credential
LCADC — State Board NJ
Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor · 2016
Certification
APCB Certified
Addiction Professionals Certification Board · 2020
Education
Master of Social Work
Rutgers University · Graduated 2016
Directory
Independently verified profile listing
Military Service
U.S. Armed Forces — More than 20 Years
Veteran-informed perspective & specialized support
✦ No Commitment Required

Ready to take the first step?

We're currently accepting new clients. Reach out today for your free 15-minute introduction call — no pressure, just a conversation about how we can help.

Telehealth — available statewide in New Jersey
Weekday & evening hours available
English & Spanish services available
Free 15-minute introductory call
Accepting new clients now
In-network with 7 major insurance plans