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Janet Plankenhorn

Embracing change, building practical skills

LMFT California

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Janet

Janet Plankenhorn is a California-licensed therapist who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem concerns, career issues, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She invites clients to begin the healing process by exploring patterns of thought and behavior that may no longer serve them, and she supports practical steps toward change. With 12 years of professional experience and an LMFT credential, Janet emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can express emotions and consider new perspectives.

Her approach centers on identifying unhelpful thinking and habitual reactions while working with each person to build skills for coping and problem solving. Janet aims to make the initial steps into therapy as approachable as possible, acknowledging the courage it takes to seek support.

She combines talk-based strategies with goal-oriented techniques to help clients clarify priorities, manage symptoms, and move toward improved day-to-day functioning.

Integrating focused approaches with online therapy

Janet draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete techniques for managing anxiety, mood, and stress. She also uses client-centered therapy to provide empathic listening and a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their feelings and priorities at their own pace.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Janet works with each person to clarify goals and preferences, then tailors interventions so that techniques and the pace of work fit the individual’s needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options let clients fit therapy into busy schedules, sustain progress between meetings, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for discussing sensitive topics.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Janet commonly address in sessions?
Her practice includes stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, grief, coping with life changes, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and depression.
What is Janet's therapeutic style like?
She blends client-centered listening with solution-focused and cognitive behavioral techniques to explore thinking patterns and develop practical coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Janet brings 12 years of professional experience working with people facing a range of emotional and relational challenges.
What credentials and location should clients know about?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California; her license number is CA LMFT 97544.
Can non-English speakers schedule with this therapist?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
In what formats are sessions available?
Janet offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; services are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on her availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefCoping with life changes

Also works with

Parenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English