Janna Fennell
Licensed Therapist, MA, LPCC
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My approach is warm, direct, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I want to understand your identities, culture, values, and life experiences without making assumptions, and I’ll remain curious and open to your perspective. I’ll ask you questions, welcome your feedback, and challenge you a bit when it can help you move toward meaningful change and live the life you want to live. I also have experience with how OCD overlaps with anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I’ve worked with LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, as well as military Members.
My approach is warm, direct, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I want to understand your identities, culture, values, and life experiences without making assumptions, and I’ll remain curious and open to your perspective. I’ll ask you questions, welcome your feedback, and challenge you a bit when it can help you move toward meaningful change and live the life you want to live. I also have experience with how OCD overlaps with anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I’ve worked with LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, as well as military Members.
Location
Licensed in Minnesota, Virginia
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias
LGBTQ+ affirming
Cultural competencies
Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Judaism
Education
Bethel University
Insurance
Plans accepted by Janna
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, HealthPartners, Horizon BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Partners Direct Health, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Shared Services,
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Get to know Janna
Why I chose to specialize in OCD
Before my time at NOCD, I worked with people who were initially diagnosed with anxiety or dealt with avoidance or intrusive thoughts, and it became apparent that a lot of their experiences were actually related to OCD. I wanted to make sure I got the proper training to diagnose and treat OCD with exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, which is the most effective treatment.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
My approach is warm, direct, supportive, and collaborative. I acknowledge and respect your identity, culture, values, and life experiences, and I tailor treatment to fit what you need.
How my background shapes my approach
I'm bicultural myself. My mom is Black American, and my dad is from Ghana, so I know what it feels like to navigate different cultures. I'm very person-centered and culturally sensitive. I don't like to make assumptions about people and their backgrounds, so I remain curious and open to learning more about you.
My message to you if you're considering therapy
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy is asking you to do something your brain has probably been trying to avoid for a very long time, so you don't have to come in feeling fearless. Just come in open to the process and open to doing the work. We'll do this collaboratively and gradually, at a pace that is comfortable for you while also being a little challenging, so you can see progress over time.
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