Janelle Matthews, LPCC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Janelle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Janelle is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Janelle
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LPCC
Collaboratively, we will establish integrative strategies to alleviate distress, renew your capacity for secure attachments, and increase your agency for self-regulation and fulfillment. My approach is attuned to your unique personality, beliefs, emotional needs, interpersonal style, personal goals, and readiness for change. I lead with Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, and Mindfulness-based treatment methods. I aim to support your creative freedom to explore yourself and life.
I will assist you in developing a comprehensive understanding of the factors impacting your mental health.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Janelle Matthews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609129147.
- LPCC · California · LPCC4369 · Renews July 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Janelle Matthews offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Janelle Matthews works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Janelle Matthews speak?
Janelle Matthews speaks English.
How many years of experience does Janelle Matthews have?
Janelle Matthews has 8 years of experience.
Where is Janelle Matthews licensed to practice?
Janelle Matthews is licensed to practice in California.
Does Janelle Matthews accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Janelle Matthews does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Janelle Matthews offer?
Janelle Matthews offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Janelle Matthews?
Janelle Matthews can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Janelle Matthews?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.