Taij Johnson, LPC, LCMHC

Taij Johnson is a licensed counselor who uses practical, goal-focused work to help people move forward. He combines clear problem-solving with an easygoing, client-centered stance so people can talk through what's most urgent and start making changes.

Johnson draws on seven years of experience in mental health. His background includes hands-on roles in group home and assisted living settings, work in schools as a high-risk intervention technician, and service as a protective services social worker. He completed a Master of Arts in Counseling and holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC.

In sessions he often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address anxious thoughts and troubling behaviors. He also brings client-centered listening and mindfulness practices to help people notice patterns and calm their day-to-day reactions.

Typical concerns he supports include anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family-of-origin difficulties, ADHD, and stress from caregiving or health challenges. He also works with concerns around body image, eating and sleeping, and career-related stress.

His style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on small, actionable steps like testing new habits, building clearer communication, and shifting unhelpful thinking. He helps clients set goals and track progress over time.

How Taij Uses CBT, Client-Centered, and Mindfulness Online

Taij often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach is practical for anxiety, depression, and managing mood or eating and sleeping patterns. He pairs that with client-centered work, which prioritizes listening, empathy, and meeting people where they are so they can shape goals that feel right to them. Mindfulness practices are used to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity around stress, grief, or trauma triggers.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about their goals, try different techniques, and adjust plans based on what helps most. The therapist and client decide together which methods to keep or change as progress is tracked over time.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when more connection is helpful. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easy to check in between sessions or fit a short therapy moment into a busy day. These formats aim to increase flexibility so people can access consistent support despite tight schedules or distance.