My therapist is great! Always on time with insightful suggestions to help improve myself. We've been working together for almost 2 years now and I am glad we were able to get together. Plus it doesn't hurt a bit that ThriveWorks works fully with my insurance company.!$$
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Janae
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About Janae
Janae Reyes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 23 years of experience in the field of Public Child Welfare working in the areas of trauma and mental health. She has a passion for working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples as they process their unique experiences and live more fulfilled lives. Janae specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Janae completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Whittier College and her Master's degree in Social Work at California State University-Los Angeles. She has spent the entire span of her career working with children and families in the areas of child abuse, trauma, adoption issues, mental illness, addiction, and intimate partner violence, while offering support and guidance to families during major life transitions.
Individual life experiences frame the way that we move through relationships, experience and heal from trauma, develop our voice, and move forward in times of transition. Janae's role as a clinician is to offer a safe and nurturing environment where you feel that you are heard, can safely process your trauma, and gain insight through understanding.

"I understand the importance of consistency, empathy, and a structured environment in developing a system to process challenges, transitions, and life events."
What clients say
These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.
My therapist is great! Always on time with insightful suggestions to help improve myself. We've been working together for almost 2 years now and I am glad we were able to get toget....
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Janae
I appreciate Thriveworks and my therapist so much! Even though sometimes it just seems like having a conversation with a friend. My anxiety comes and goes, but she tries and someti....
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Janae
Get to know Janae
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with individuals and couples who are ready to make changes in their life and move in to a place of happiness and peace.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am excited to work with people who are willing to work hard to see the results of the life changes that they are looking to make.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That it is ok to talk about your feelings.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks is a supportive and nurturing environment where staff and clients can always find someone who is willing to help them get the answers that they are looking for.
What inspires you?
I am inspired by people who are willing to do the work so that they can see the change.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
People should know that I am consistent and empathetic.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I enjoy running, hiking, traveling, learning new things and spending time with my friends, colleagues and family.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am straight forward.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 23 years
- Graduating institute
- California State University, Los Angeles
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
