About Your Therapist
Hi, I’m Janelle (she/her) and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #145514, specializing in working as a Trauma Therapist.
Additionally, I am a fellow trauma survivor and hold a profound appreciation for therapy. As a result of the life-changing benefits I've experienced through my own journey, I am committed and passionate about helping other survivors heal from trauma and adverse life experiences.
The healing journey from trauma is often full of much unlearning and relearning. While this process can be hard, it is also frequently full of endless possibilities for growth and newfound depths of knowing self.
In Our Sessions
Throughout your therapy treatment, we will move at a pace and in a direction that feels right for you. I'll support you through life's highs and lows with empathy and a non-judgemental presence. Whether you're seeking practical solutions, a profound healing experience, or a listening ear, I'm here to provide a safe space for you.
Furthermore, in our sessions together I hope to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and intuition. Humans are incredible, and I genuinely believe we all have the capacity to be our own healers and guides. I believe lasting change happens when we align all the inner parts of ourselves, even the scary and hard-to-love parts, and come home to our true and wonderful selves.
So, whether you're navigating through difficult times or expanding into a more free version of yourself, I'll be here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Outside of Sessions
From an intersectionality lens, I'm half Hispanic, bi/queer, and neurodivergent. I frequently listen to Taylor Swift, Xana, and Fletcher, and I love watching a new anime show. I'm a huge fan of outdoor adventuring and going on any hike with my spouse that leads to a stunning waterfall. Additionally, I love discovering all the parts of myself and continuing to deepen my trust in myself. Storytelling is one of my favorite things, and I often have a solid 5-7 books I'm in the middle of reading. Someday, I hope to author one of my own. I enjoy writing poetry, paddleboarding, running, expanding my self-care practice, and enjoying some dark humor. Lastly, I see my fantastic therapist for regular therapy sessions of my own, as I love getting to continue to grow and come home to the most authentic version of myself.
Thanks for learning a bit more about me. I look forward to connecting with you and holding space for your story!
Endorsements From Other Therapists and Mental Health Providers:
Professional Membership:
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT). To learn more, visit the following link: CAMFT Website
Certifications and Special Training:
- 2022. Certified Brainspotting Practitioner. (Certification included attending Phase 1, Phase 2, Expansion, and receiving individual consultation. Certification requires yearly ongoing consultation.)
- 2023. Certified Trauma Professional. (Certification requires yearly continuing education in the field.)
- 2023. Trained in EMDR. (I am currently pursuing certification through obtaining additional training and consultation.)
- 2024. I am currently in the process of going through the ADHD Clinical Services Provider Certification Course.
Completed Courses for Continuing Education:
- 2022. Online Internal Family Systems Course.
- 2024. Online Dissociation and DID Course.
- 2024. Online Sexual Trauma Clinical Training Course.
- 2025. Online EMDR and DBT for Interpersonal Trauma Course.
Education Timeline:
- First, I began pursuing my undergraduate degree at Sacramento State University.
- Second, I graduated from William Jessup University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
- Third, I began pursuing my graduate degree at Palo Alto University.
- Fourth, I started working at my therapy internship providing therapy services to clients.
- Fifth, I graduated from Palo Alto University with a Master of Arts in Counseling.
- Next, I completed the 3,000 internship hours required by the state of California to become a licensed therapist.
- Lastly, I became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and opened my private practice, Fully Seen Therapy.
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