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Janice Gaines, LCSW

Psychotherapist Janice Gaines
Telehealth Telehealth
Available next week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Family Conflict,
In network with Optum, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Out of Network,

Introduction

You have taken a very positive step by deciding to seek therapy and to do your work! I have been a licensed therapist for over 24 years and have worked with people from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles and have witnessed their life transform because they showed up for themselves and developed the courage to take the steps to heal. Social and emotional wellness can be obtained. I take a collaborative approach teaming up with my clients. I utilize an eclectic method drawing from various theoretical frameworks to fit the individual needs of each client to make it personal. Further, my style encompasses solution focused cognitive behavior therapy building on my clients' current strengths to meet treatment goals while fostering growth and empowerment. I have enjoyed my extensive experience working with individuals, families and couples from ages 3-103 (yes my oldest client was 103). I specialize in mood regulation resolving blockages, relationship issues, grief, trauma, men's issues, women's issues, coping with stress, anxiety, depression, workplace trauma/burnout, life/executive coaching, Christian counseling and other issues that pose challenges in life. If you are ready to do your work, I'm inviting you to contact me to schedule an appointment.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #20916 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Faith based
  • BIPOC
  • Youth

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Catholic
  • Multi-Faith
  • Islam
  • Jehovah's Witnesses
  • Jewish
  • African Spirituality
  • Buddhist
  • Hindu
  • Interfaith
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon
  • Sikh
  • Agnostic
  • Humanism
  • Taoist

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Janice Gaines, LCSW accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Optum
  • Aetna
  • United Healthcare
  • Oxford
  • Out of Network
  • Out of Pocket

Pay out-of-pocket

  • One Hour Session/Couples/Family $220 - $350

Locations

Santa Monica, CA 90405-3022
Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - University of Southern California

Certifications

  • ACT
  • CBT
  • Grief
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Sex and Sexuality
  • TFCBT

Professional Affiliations

  • National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

FAQ

Is Janice Gaines, LCSW accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Janice Gaines, LCSW is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Janice Gaines, LCSW also offers a free consultation.
Does Janice Gaines, LCSW offer telehealth appointments? Janice Gaines, LCSW does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Janice Gaines, LCSW specialize in? Janice Gaines, LCSW specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Aging, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Codependency, Coping Skills, Couples Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Dual Diagnosis, Family Conflict, LGBTQIA+, Life Coaching, Marital and Premarital, Mindfulness, Postpartum Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues, Burnout, and Cultural and Systemic Oppression.
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