About Janet

Janet Siegel is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in California with ten years of professional experience. She spent much of her career working in school-based settings and brings that practical background to sessions. Janet is calm and direct, and she focuses on clear steps people can try between meetings.

She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, grief, trauma and the challenges of parenting.

Background and approach

ADHD is listed among her areas of focus and she helps people talk through attention and organization concerns as part of broader life issues. She also supports clients navigating LGBT topics, aging concerns, autism-related issues, and other identity or life-stage questions. Janet adapts each session to the person in front of her.

She listens first, then suggests straightforward strategies and small experiments to try at home. She likes to use art in sessions where that feels helpful and will explain how creative activities tie back to goals in therapy. Her style is respectful and sensitive, with an emphasis on practical problem solving.

People who want a therapist who balances empathy with clear guidance may find her approach useful. She encourages manageable steps and honest conversation. To begin, Janet asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session.

From there she and the client set goals and plan the work together.

Evidence-based approaches and online care

Janet uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and problem solving. She helps people learn strategies for managing anxiety and stress, such as grounding, pacing, and activity planning to reduce overwhelm. These techniques help with day-to-day coping and symptom reduction.

She also integrates creative, art-based activities into sessions when that supports expression and insight. Using simple art exercises can help people access thoughts and feelings that are hard to put into words and then turn those discoveries into concrete goals and steps.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Janet will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked before, and then try methods that fit those needs. She checks in regularly and adjusts plans so the work stays relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people use face-to-face conversation and share visual materials. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging provide a way to check in between appointments or to work through quick tools and reminders. These formats make it easier to schedule therapy around school, work, and family life.

Questions people ask

What concerns does Janet help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and parenting struggles, self-esteem issues, and ADHD among other life challenges.
What is her therapy style like?
Janet listens first and then offers practical steps to try between sessions, combining talk therapy with creative activities when useful.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional experience, including work in school-based settings that informs her practical approach.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, practicing in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Janet offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her services?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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