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Janett Lopez-Inayama

Janett Lopez-Inayama, LCSW

Therapist in California

Rebuild confidence and handle life’s challenges

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13 years of experience listed

LCSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Self esteem focus
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Grief and loss

About Janett

Janett Lopez-Inayama is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California who helps people strengthen self esteem and regain confidence. She focuses on practical steps to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and navigate grief so daily life feels more manageable. Janett asks about strengths first and builds on what is already working in a person’s life.

She frames therapy as a collaborative process where the client is the expert on their own story. Sessions focus on clear goals like improving self-worth, finding motivation, or repairing communication in important relationships. Janett uses straightforward conversation and real-world strategies rather than jargon.

With 13 years of clinical practice, Janett has supported people through depression, loss, and the challenges that come with aging and caregiving. She also addresses issues such as isolation, guilt and shame, and questions around life purpose. Her background gives her experience with a range of emotional concerns that often overlap with self esteem struggles.

Janett pays attention to how everyday routines and relationships affect mood and confidence. She helps people try small experiments between sessions to test new ways of thinking and acting. Over time those small steps add up to clearer choices and steadier self-regard.

Sessions are conducted in English and reflect Janett’s belief that courage is the first step toward change. She supports people as they take that step and plan practical next moves toward a more satisfying life.

How evidence-based techniques can support online therapy

Janett uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete change. One common approach helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and try different, more balanced ways of thinking to boost self esteem and reduce anxiety. Another approach emphasizes small behavioral experiments and routine changes to build confidence and lift mood after loss or during depression.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Janett collaborates with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences. She will talk through what feels manageable and adjust techniques as progress is made so the plan fits the person's life and aims.

If you are considering online therapy, check the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and use shorter check-ins when days are tight. It also allows continuity of care when juggling caregiving or long commutes. Confirm the available session formats when you start so appointments fit into your routine.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Experience

13+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Janett address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and depression, plus related areas like caregiver stress, isolation, and life purpose.

What is her general approach in sessions?

Janett treats therapy as a team effort and emphasizes practical steps. Sessions focus on strengths, small experiments, and improving daily routines that affect mood and confidence.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 13 years of professional work experience in clinical settings supporting people with mood, stress, and life transition concerns.

What credentials and region does she practice in?

She is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as LCSW, and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

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