I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and have been in practice since 2013. I am originally from California and received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I moved to Boston, MA in 2010 and earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boston College. I spent 10 years living in Boston and worked at several Harvard hospitals in various clinical settings including: outpatient psychotherapy, inpatient psychiatry , and general-medicine inpatient units. Through professional work and lived experience, I developed a unique ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life stages. Additionally, through my experience as a hospital-based clinical social worker, I became particularly keen to the stressors that affect adults in high pressure jobs such as healthcare workers, academic roles, and individuals in leadership roles. I have transitioned to South Florida in 2020 and have continued my work as a therapist.
I work with individuals affected by a range of issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, family dynamic issues, relationship issues, racism and discrimination, geriatric/end of life issues, and parenting issues. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds and am comfortable attending to the unique challenges that surface at different life stages. My overall therapeutic approach is integrative, with a focus on CBT as it can be applied in many settings. I strive to create an open environment where clients can speak freely about their struggles with the assurance that this information will be received with compassion. I am empathic, reflective, and non-judgmental, and focus on abilities and strengths as a tool for healing and empowerment. The goal of therapy is to empower you to become the best version of yourself through hard work and consistency, and I am confident that we can accomplish that together.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Multicultural Concerns, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
MA LICSW 119616
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Janice is an amazing human with amazing insight into who I am. We dissect many of the issues in my life to figure out the root of the problem, and she always gives me exercises I can do to heal this. I would recommend Janice and BetterHelp to anyone struggling emotionally and internally.
Written on Aug 02, 2021 after therapy with Janice for 11 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Janice has been incredible. She is so easy to talk to and you can tell that she really cares about what you have to say on any topic. Janice has certainly helped me with the issues I was struggling with internally and finding difficult to vocalize. Anyone who works with Janice will be grateful for her time, effort and understanding. I wasn't sure what to expect from virtual therapy, but am very glad that I went through this process.
Written on Jan 06, 2021 after therapy with Janice for 2 months
Janice is great, couldn’t ask for a better counselor.
Written on Nov 09, 2020 after therapy with Janice for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
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Written on Sep 24, 2020 after therapy with Janice for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Janice Mahal is very caring, understanding and thoughtful. She makes you feel like she cares about what you are experiencing. She is also very thorough and gives great feedback and ways in which you can improve how you are feeling.
Written on Sep 19, 2020 after therapy with Janice for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem