About Jennelle Johnson
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Stress Management
Anxiety
Life Transition
Therapy
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Adlerian
Art Therapy
AEDP
Attachment-based
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Jennelle Johnson
I am a compassionate mental health therapist with dual master’s degrees in Social Work and Gerontology from the University of Southern California. I specialize in supporting individuals through life transitions, emotional challenges, family dynamics, and the aging process.
My experience spans outpatient therapy, hospital-based behavioral health, crisis intervention, hospice, home health, and substance use treatment. This diverse background allows me to meet clients where they are and provide thoughtful, practical support across different stages of life.
I work with children, teens, adults, older adults, veterans, and families, and I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each individual, helping clients build resilience, gain insight, and move toward meaningful change.
What should a new client know about working with you?
New clients should know that I value building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship from the very beginning. I understand that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and I work to create an environment that is welcoming, nonjudgmental, and respectful of your lived experience.
My approach is collaborative and personalized. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all model of therapy. Instead, I take time to understand your goals, challenges, strengths, relationships, and the bigger picture of what is affecting your well-being. Together, we identify what is most important to you and create a plan that feels realistic and meaningful.
Clients often describe my style as compassionate, direct, thoughtful, and grounded. I will support you emotionally, but I will also help you build practical tools you can use in everyday life. Depending on your needs, our work may include identifying patterns, improving coping skills, managing stress, processing difficult emotions, strengthening communication, improving family relationships, or supporting recovery and life transitions.
I have experience working with diverse populations and understand the importance of culturally responsive care. I welcome clients from different backgrounds and life stages, and I aim to help each person feel seen, understood, and supported.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our work begins with an initial session focused on getting to know you and understanding what’s bringing you to therapy. I’ll ask about your current concerns, personal history, strengths, support system, and what you hope to gain from our work together.
From there, we’ll collaborate on goals that feel meaningful and realistic for you. Sessions are tailored to your needs, but often include talking through current challenges, exploring patterns, and building practical skills you can use in your daily life.
I draw from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and family-focused techniques to help you better manage emotions, shift unhelpful thought patterns, and move toward lasting change.
I also check in regularly to make sure therapy is meeting your needs and adjust our approach as needed. My goal is for sessions to feel supportive, collaborative, and productive—so you leave with greater clarity, confidence, and tools you can actually use outside of therapy.
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.
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In-network insurances
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UnitedHealthcare
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More information on payments and coverage
I accept a variety of insurance plans, and coverage can vary depending on your specific provider and benefits. I encourage patients to verify their mental health benefits with their insurance company prior to their appointment so there are no surprises.
Payments, including copays or deductibles, are handled with the support of our front desk and billing team at Everyday Superheroes Wellness Coaching. Our team works to make the process as smooth, transparent, and easy to understand as possible, via text, phone call, email, or our telehealth portal platform.
If you have questions about your coverage, costs, or billing, we are happy to help guide you. Our goal is to keep the financial side of care clear and stress-free, so you can stay focused on your well-being.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Southern California, Master's in Clinical Social Work
NPI number
1730598707
How soon can I make an appointment with Jennelle Johnson?
Generally, Jennelle Johnson has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Jennelle Johnson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Jennelle Johnson accepting new patients?
Jennelle Johnson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Jennelle Johnson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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Can I make an appointment with Jennelle Johnson online?
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What are common reasons for patients to see Jennelle Johnson?
Jennelle Johnson frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Jennelle Johnson on their profile.
What languages does Jennelle Johnson speak?
Jennelle Johnson speaks English.