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Janet Osherow, MSW, LICSW
Contact Info
Call: 301-660-4140
Email
“Warm and compassionate with a no-nonsense approach” is how my clients describe me. For over 15 years, I have served as a therapist and Clinical Social Worker. I provide therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
My broad range of experience includes helping individuals and families struggling with:
HIV, cancer, and other chronic illnesses
depression
anxiety
low self-esteem
behavioral issues
gender identity and sexual orientation
trauma
grief
I enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I have a strong interest in helping families to create practical communication strategies and stress reduction/coping skills.
If you or your family member struggles with anxiety, depression, family conflict, chronic illness, or grief, please don't hesitate to reach out for help.
Education
University of Illinois - Chicago
Jane Addams College of Social Work
Masters of Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Communications
Bachelor of Arts
University of Maryland
Trauma Treatment with Children and Adolescents
Certification
Publications
“When Should I Tell?”
June 2016 - Frontiers in Public Health
Perspectives on Disclosure to Their Children among Parents with Perinatally Acquired HIV.
The Use of a Distress Thermometer in a Pediatric Outpatient Setting: Evaluating Validity, Acceptability and Feasibility
February 2014 - Psycho Oncology
Medication Adherence Among Adolescents With HIV: A Case Study of Social Work Interventions
January 2013 - Journal of HIV/AIDS
Allowing Adolescents and Young Adults to Plan Their End-of-Life Care
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