Meeting with Jana Walker has changed my life. I have already referred Thriveworks to multiple friends and they seem to be enjoying it. I appreciate the convenience of doing my sessions at the computer and the quality of care I recieve.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jana

Infidelity, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Grief

Individual Counseling

Online in Georgia

13 years in practice

Ages served: 18-64

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Jana accepts 30 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

AnMed Employee Program

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Pathways

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Clover Health Medicare Advantage

Compsych

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medicare GA

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$160

subsequent sessions

About Jana

Jana Lea Walker is an integrative Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 25 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. She specializes in treating adults who are suffering from depression, anxiety, mood disorder, substance use, interpersonal, trauma, infidelity, and grief.

Jana completed her Master's Degree at the University of Nebraska. She also has extensive clinical experience working with children and adults who've experienced significant trauma. Jana has also worked with high-risk minority youth dealing with substance use, trauma, and gang involvement.

Jana will work with you, helping you remain open to change and personal exploration in each session. With her professional assistance, you’ll partner together to create a personalized treatment plan while you build a professional relationship and explore your mental health needs.

"As a diversely trained and experienced clinician, I understand a wide range of therapy needs and solutions. "

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

Gentle progress

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jana

Jana has been awesome. She understands me and my feelings! She is easy to talk to and she listens! I would highly recommend her to friends.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jana

Meeting with Jana Walker has changed my life. I have already referred Thriveworks to multiple friends and they seem to be enjoying it. I appreciate the convenience of doing my sess....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jana

Thriveworks makes it so easy and convenient for me to be able to participate in talk therapy. With someone who has a very complicated work schedule and a busy lifestyle I never wou....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jana

Get to know Jana

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I have always loved helping people and worked in many areas in the helping field before deciding to become a counselor. Providing therapy just seemed like the right next move in helping others!

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

I am most excited to work with motivated clients who are open to change and personal exploration.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

I wish all clients knew that they possess the power and wisdom to change!

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I love Thriveworks innovative online platform and that it is owned and run by therapists.

What inspires you?

I am inspired by the courage of my clients to face hard things and overcome them.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

My clients can expect to feel comfortable as we take time to build a relationship along with exploring presenting concerns.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

I want my client to leave our first session knowing what to expect and feeling heard on his/her expectations along with a general sense of comfort and ease about the counseling relationship and the process.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

In my time off I love to hike the waterfalls of Georgia with my husband and our two huskies Marley and Mazie!

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I am warm and easy to talk to. I am honest and direct about concerns and will challenge my clients when necessary to seek their best selves.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesInfidelity, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Grief, Coping Skills, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, ADHD, Eating Disorder, Life Transition, Relationships, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Divorce, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

ApproachesChristian Counseling, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Family Systems, Any / Eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy