Dr. Jan Ligon, LCSW, CSW

Dr. Jan Ligon is a licensed clinical social worker with 33 years of practice experience. He holds an MSW and a PhD from the University of Georgia and uses focused, goal-oriented methods in sessions. He aims to help people move forward from relationship stresses, grief, and life transitions with clear steps rather than lengthy interpretation.

Dr. Ligon favors approaches that emphasize practical change. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change, and Solution-Focused Therapy narrows attention to concrete next steps. These methods support work on self-esteem, parenting challenges, and workplace conflict.

His practice also addresses concerns that come with aging and geriatric issues, including adjustments to life changes and planning for new routines. He also assists people coping with communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, infidelity, and financial worries. He is experienced supporting those who are visually impaired as they navigate daily challenges.

Sessions emphasize collaboration. Dr. Ligon works with each person to set clear goals and short-term tasks. He balances recognizing the past with moving toward practical solutions that can be tried between meetings.

Dr. Ligon is based in Georgia and conducts work in English. His long career brings experience across many life stages and transitions, and he aims to make sessions straightforward and focused on the next steps.

How goal-focused approaches work in online therapy

Dr. Ligon commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in his work. CBT helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors to see if things improve, which can be useful for self-esteem, workplace stress, and communication problems. Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify their own reasons for change and build commitment to next steps, which can help with life transitions and difficult decisions.

He approaches treatment as a collaboration. Together the therapist and client identify goals, decide on practical tasks, and then review what worked. Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be adjusted to fit the person's needs and preferences.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as specific formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also allow people to join from different locations when coordinating with others. Ask about scheduling constraints and availability when arranging sessions so they match everyday life.