About Dr. Jana
Areas of Specialty
I work with a diverse population of clients, from adolescents to older adults, people of various cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and people with a variety of reasons for coming to therapy. I see individuals, couples, and families experiencing
My Approach
I believe a good therapeutic relationship is warm, nonjudgmental, supportive, and trusting. I use evidence-based approaches when I can to provide well-researched and effective treatments. I apply these approaches flexibly, depending on the needs of my clients and what seems to work best for them. I view therapy as a collaborative process, and I work together with clients to clarify goals of treatment and rely on them for feedback as we work together. I am trained in both cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented treatments. My training in evidence-based treatments includes, but is not limited to:
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, children, and friends, as well as cooking, walking, reading, and travel.
I work with a diverse population of clients, from adolescents to older adults, people of various cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and people with a variety of reasons for coming to therapy. I see individuals, couples, and families experiencing
- anxiety
- relationship problems
- mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder
- life transitions, such as job changes, relocation, marriage, divorce, transition to parenthood, and retirement
- eating disorders
- parenting and family issues
- trauma, loss, and grief, including post-traumatic stress disorder
- significant health or medical issues, such as insomnia, illness, or weight concerns
- concerns around gender, sexuality, and sexual orientation. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist.
My Approach
I believe a good therapeutic relationship is warm, nonjudgmental, supportive, and trusting. I use evidence-based approaches when I can to provide well-researched and effective treatments. I apply these approaches flexibly, depending on the needs of my clients and what seems to work best for them. I view therapy as a collaborative process, and I work together with clients to clarify goals of treatment and rely on them for feedback as we work together. I am trained in both cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented treatments. My training in evidence-based treatments includes, but is not limited to:
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for depression, anxiety, and eating disorders
- Couples Therapy, including Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy and sex therapy
- Exposure Therapy for anxiety (including exposure and response prevention for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Brief psychodynamic treatments
- Mindfulness-based therapies
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, children, and friends, as well as cooking, walking, reading, and travel.