Janell Wright, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Janell!

My approach begins with respecting you and your self-determination. I primarily use Person-Centered Therapy, while also drawing on Cognitive Therapy to explore thought patterns that may interfere with your well-being, Gestalt therapy for letting go of past or present problems, and developmental frameworks to understand where you are in life.

My focus

I work with clients facing PTSD, depression, anxiety, veterans' issues, substance use, career concerns, health challenges including aging or hospice, family issues, parental caregiving, and parenting or single parenting.

My approach

I practice Rogerian Person-Centered Therapy with unconditional positive regard for you and your process. I aim to be genuine and fully understand your perspective and where you are during each session.

My communication style

People often describe me as calming. I create a safe environment for you to express your needs and concerns.

My journey to mental healthcare

What attracted me to therapy was discovering psychology and realizing I wanted to be of service to others. Through internships and peer counseling, I found my calling. I discovered Rogerian Therapy and the importance of working in solidarity with people. I enjoy my career and find it both helpful to others and rewarding.

My goals for you

It begins by building a safe environment and trust. I honor your self-determination and, when you're ready, we explore what you'd like from therapy. Together we build goals that feel comfortable and fitting to your needs.

Our first session

I begin with a brief introduction about myself and focus on building a relationship with you. My intention is that you feel safe talking about yourself and what you're facing. This includes understanding your history and gaining insight into where you are now and where you've been.

I identify as...

Female
American Indian or Alaska Native, Caucasian or White, Hispanic or Latinx
Spiritual, Unitarian Universalism

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

Military/Veterans

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Family and Children from California State University, Long Beach.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Janell Wright