Depression, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Janice
Janice Ugarriza is a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked in many settings including residential, inpatient, and partial hospitalization programs. She works with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, group, and family therapy. She is trauma-informed and specializes in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addictions, ADHD, autism, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Janice completed her Master of Science and an Advanced Certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Janice’s experience in the field, being Hispanic, and being a wife and mom of three enable her to see things through a unique lens and provide a distinctive approach to therapy for her clients. Janice utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, family systems therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
Life is hard and we all go through ups and downs. Janice is a kind, caring, patient, and supportive therapist who can help you through whatever you may be struggling with. She will provide you with the therapeutic support and techniques needed to help you persevere and heal. If you are ready to reach your goals and gain a new perspective, call Janice today!
"As a Hispanic clinician with 15+ years of experience in different levels of care, I offer not only a culturally sensitive approach to therapy but one that is well-rounded."
Get to know Janice
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with families, children and adolescents.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am excited to work with clients who are open to the therapeutic process.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That therapy isn't as scary as it seems.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
To provide counseling in an outpatient setting that believes in the success of everyone who we encounter.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Clients can expect to be listened to in a non-judgmental way, while being treated with respect and collaborate with therapist to help guide them.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
To get to know them and set goals for future sessions.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
That I am an open, honest, straight forward clinician.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Spend time with family.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am flexible.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 16 years
- Graduating institute
- PCOM
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Science
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