Janet Natale, LMFT
Seasoned Marriage and Family Therapist
- Relationship and family work
- Addictions and trauma
- Strength-based approach
About Janet Natale
Janet Natale is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 31 years of clinical experience. She has worked in private practice, school-based settings, and community programs, supporting both adolescents and adults through a range of challenges. Her work encompasses relational counseling, addictions treatment, emotional and mood disorders, and therapy for individuals, couples, and families, including services for youth and families involved in the foster care system.
Janet has extensive experience with diverse cultures and populations and uses a strength-based, motivational framework that emphasizes clients' existing capacities for change. She guides people to identify practical tools for healing, uncover barriers that limit well-being, and develop new skills to navigate life transitions. Seeking counseling is presented as an act of courage, and she focuses on increasing awareness and building skills to foster a healthier, more purposeful life.
Throughout her career she has combined compassionate support with practical strategies to help clients move toward recovery, improved relationships, and personal growth.
Janet has extensive experience with diverse cultures and populations and uses a strength-based, motivational framework that emphasizes clients' existing capacities for change. She guides people to identify practical tools for healing, uncover barriers that limit well-being, and develop new skills to navigate life transitions. Seeking counseling is presented as an act of courage, and she focuses on increasing awareness and building skills to foster a healthier, more purposeful life.
Throughout her career she has combined compassionate support with practical strategies to help clients move toward recovery, improved relationships, and personal growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Janet Natale have?
Janet Natale has 31 years of experience.
Is Janet Natale a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details - CA LMFT 39816.
In which languages does Janet Natale provide therapy?
Janet Natale provides therapy in English.
Where is Janet Natale located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Janet Natale as my therapist?
You can work with Janet Natale through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Janet Natale work with international clients?
Yes, Janet Natale works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Janet Natale cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's own experience and encourages self-directed growth through empathic listening and validation. This approach supports people who want to explore identity, relationships, and life choices at their own pace.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-focused method that helps identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. It can be especially useful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and addressing self-destructive behaviors.
Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Janet will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then tailor a plan that combines approaches when helpful. The aim is to find practical strategies that fit the client’s life and values.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, care for family responsibilities, or connect from different locations. Licensed professionals can deliver many evidence-based interventions remotely, providing continuity of care and greater accessibility for those seeking support.