The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists in California
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which means I tend to look at mental health as a single part of my client’s complex lives. I studied at BYUI and completed my masters at University of Southern California. I have worked with a wide variety of clients, but have extensive experience with pregnant and postpartum mothers, as well as 12- 17 year-olds. I see therapy as one part of a bigger picture. My job is to work with my client, help them develop new skills, as well as help them see what skills and strengths they already possess. I like to follow my client’s priorities, and make sure what they want is addressed.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which means I tend to look at mental health as a single part of my client’s complex lives. I studied at BYUI and completed my masters at University of Southern California. I have worked with a wide variety of clients, but have extensive experience with pregnant and postpartum mothers, as well as 12- 17 year-olds. I see therapy as one part of a bigger picture. My job is to work with my client, help them develop new skills, as well as help them see what skills and strengths they already possess. I like to follow my client’s priorities, and make sure what they want is addressed.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you having difficulty dealing with the effects of having grown up in a dysfunctional home? Do you struggle with feelings of guilt, shame, abandonment, anger, mistrust, and fear? Do you feel flawed and unlovable? Do these feelings make it difficult for you to feel good about yourself and have healthy, fulfilling relationships with others? I want you to know that you are a worthy, lovable person, that help is available to you, and that healing is possible.
Are you having difficulty dealing with the effects of having grown up in a dysfunctional home? Do you struggle with feelings of guilt, shame, abandonment, anger, mistrust, and fear? Do you feel flawed and unlovable? Do these feelings make it difficult for you to feel good about yourself and have healthy, fulfilling relationships with others? I want you to know that you are a worthy, lovable person, that help is available to you, and that healing is possible.
A lot of the parents who reach out to me say some version of the same thing: "She's bright, every teacher says so. But getting her to start anything is a battle, and by the time homework's done we're both fried. I can't tell if I'm helping or just nagging."
Maybe you see the backpack that's a black hole. Assignments that were finished but never turned in. Big feelings over small setbacks, and a kid who seems to know exactly what they should be doing and still can't get themself to do it. From the outside it can look like laziness or not caring. At home you can tell she's working harder than anyone realizes, and getting less for it.
A lot of the parents who reach out to me say some version of the same thing: "She's bright, every teacher says so. But getting her to start anything is a battle, and by the time homework's done we're both fried. I can't tell if I'm helping or just nagging."
Maybe you see the backpack that's a black hole. Assignments that were finished but never turned in. Big feelings over small setbacks, and a kid who seems to know exactly what they should be doing and still can't get themself to do it. From the outside it can look like laziness or not caring. At home you can tell she's working harder than anyone realizes, and getting less for it.
I specialize in working with individuals and families connected to the LDS faith—whether you are a practicing member, considering stepping away, or grew up in the culture and want a therapist who understands your background.
Life transitions, family stress, faith crises, and unresolved trauma can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the next step. Whether you’re managing anxiety, navigating adoption, parenting challenges, ADHD, or struggling in relationships, you don’t have to face it alone. My role is to walk alongside you, offering support, clarity, and tools for healing.
I specialize in working with individuals and families connected to the LDS faith—whether you are a practicing member, considering stepping away, or grew up in the culture and want a therapist who understands your background.
Life transitions, family stress, faith crises, and unresolved trauma can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the next step. Whether you’re managing anxiety, navigating adoption, parenting challenges, ADHD, or struggling in relationships, you don’t have to face it alone. My role is to walk alongside you, offering support, clarity, and tools for healing.
Whether you’re struggling with caregiving for a loved one, work or school, or dealing with a physical health condition, life can be overwhelming. Choosing therapy can bring the relief you are looking for. I have helped many people find this kind of relief, whether from depression, trauma, grief or just feeling overwhelmed day to day.
While there are often no easy solutions, learning ways to calm our bodies and minds and learning who we are outside of the problem can give you the hope you need to keep going and even change your life.
If you feel like you need to talk, please click the Contact Me button to schedule.
Take care.
Whether you’re struggling with caregiving for a loved one, work or school, or dealing with a physical health condition, life can be overwhelming. Choosing therapy can bring the relief you are looking for. I have helped many people find this kind of relief, whether from depression, trauma, grief or just feeling overwhelmed day to day.
While there are often no easy solutions, learning ways to calm our bodies and minds and learning who we are outside of the problem can give you the hope you need to keep going and even change your life.
If you feel like you need to talk, please click the Contact Me button to schedule.
Take care.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Life can be stressful and complicated. Anxiety, depression, and unresolved experiences can leave people feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Therapy can help you sort through what’s happening, understand patterns that aren’t working, and build practical tools for change.
I provide a supportive and straightforward approach to therapy, focused on helping clients gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and improve emotional well-being. My goal is to help you feel more stable, clear, and confident moving forward.
Life can be stressful and complicated. Anxiety, depression, and unresolved experiences can leave people feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Therapy can help you sort through what’s happening, understand patterns that aren’t working, and build practical tools for change.
I provide a supportive and straightforward approach to therapy, focused on helping clients gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and improve emotional well-being. My goal is to help you feel more stable, clear, and confident moving forward.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in California and I have been working with individual youth and adults since 2021. My main areas of focus in my practice include depression, anxiety and trauma.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in California and I have been working with individual youth and adults since 2021. My main areas of focus in my practice include depression, anxiety and trauma.
I am a LDS therapist who specializes in couples therapy and individuals who struggle with depression and anxiety.
I specialize in couples therapy. I have extensive, specialized training helping couples communicate with honesty, respect and vulnerability. I can help you and your partner move towards physical and emotional intimacy that currently feels out of reach. Investing in your relationship is a gift to yourself and your children. If you're ready for real, lasting change and feel discouraged about how to go about it, I can help. As a wife for over 20 years and mother of five children, I bring clinical and life experience to my work. Trust me-I can relate to the ups and downs of relationships and family life!
I am a LDS therapist who specializes in couples therapy and individuals who struggle with depression and anxiety.
I specialize in couples therapy. I have extensive, specialized training helping couples communicate with honesty, respect and vulnerability. I can help you and your partner move towards physical and emotional intimacy that currently feels out of reach. Investing in your relationship is a gift to yourself and your children. If you're ready for real, lasting change and feel discouraged about how to go about it, I can help. As a wife for over 20 years and mother of five children, I bring clinical and life experience to my work. Trust me-I can relate to the ups and downs of relationships and family life!
I enjoy helping individuals who are or were members of the LDS religion because I understand the cultural and religious expectations.
I don't know that life ever works out exactly as we picture. As a therapist, I want to help others find practical, workable solutions to life's challenges while acknowledging their individual histories, family stories and future goals. Whether it is a child struggling with school peers, a teen faced with bullying or an adult navigating personal challenges, the resources needed to cope are found within the individual and are just waiting to be uncovered. I believe that you should guide your therapy experience and work toward goals that fit your life and values utilizing your strengths and beliefs.
I enjoy helping individuals who are or were members of the LDS religion because I understand the cultural and religious expectations.
I don't know that life ever works out exactly as we picture. As a therapist, I want to help others find practical, workable solutions to life's challenges while acknowledging their individual histories, family stories and future goals. Whether it is a child struggling with school peers, a teen faced with bullying or an adult navigating personal challenges, the resources needed to cope are found within the individual and are just waiting to be uncovered. I believe that you should guide your therapy experience and work toward goals that fit your life and values utilizing your strengths and beliefs.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
You may already know what’s not working: anxious overthinking, stress & avoidance, relationship conflict, or habits you can’t seem to break. What if you see the pattern, but feel stuck changing it? Therapy with me is active & focused on real change, not just talking in circles. This means understanding your story, patterns, relationships, & what’s driving them so change actually sticks. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, habits & addictions, & couples, including high-conflict dynamics. I’m trained in DBT, TEAM-CBT, EFT, EMDR, and OCD treatment. If you’re ready to do something different, reach out and we'll get started.
You may already know what’s not working: anxious overthinking, stress & avoidance, relationship conflict, or habits you can’t seem to break. What if you see the pattern, but feel stuck changing it? Therapy with me is active & focused on real change, not just talking in circles. This means understanding your story, patterns, relationships, & what’s driving them so change actually sticks. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, habits & addictions, & couples, including high-conflict dynamics. I’m trained in DBT, TEAM-CBT, EFT, EMDR, and OCD treatment. If you’re ready to do something different, reach out and we'll get started.
Janelle Webster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Waitlist for new clients
Are you concerned your unresolved trauma is holding you back from truly healing? Are you worried that you and your family are not meeting their full potential and are blocked from progression? Is your marriage or relationship not as close as it used to be and a constant source of stress? Together, we can find a path to healing you and your relationships. If you are seeking greater peace from trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues please reach out today.
Are you concerned your unresolved trauma is holding you back from truly healing? Are you worried that you and your family are not meeting their full potential and are blocked from progression? Is your marriage or relationship not as close as it used to be and a constant source of stress? Together, we can find a path to healing you and your relationships. If you are seeking greater peace from trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues please reach out today.
Do you feel life is restricting you from who you really want to be for yourself, your partner and/or your family? My primary goal in therapy is to help enhance your ability to make choices. Our ability to notice our cycles of interaction in our relationships can help us build trust in ourselves and enhance our commitments to ourselves and our loved ones. This, in turn, allows our choices to become "building blocks" toward lasting joy for each relationship creation of our choice.
Do you feel life is restricting you from who you really want to be for yourself, your partner and/or your family? My primary goal in therapy is to help enhance your ability to make choices. Our ability to notice our cycles of interaction in our relationships can help us build trust in ourselves and enhance our commitments to ourselves and our loved ones. This, in turn, allows our choices to become "building blocks" toward lasting joy for each relationship creation of our choice.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
Are you struggling with pornography or sexual compulsivity? Is secrecy, broken trust or loss of intimacy hurting your relationship? Or maybe you’re not in crisis, but you know your marriage could be stronger, more connected, more alive? You’re not alone–we have been through these issues personally and know what it’s like. I’m a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Hunter is a Certified Mentor Coach in long-term recovery. Together, we help men break free (porn, sexting, affairs, prostitution, etc) and we help couples rebuild trust and real intimacy.
I am accepting new clients at our Temecula and San Marcos locations. I work with teens, parents, and individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, stress, performance pressure, family conflict, or major life changes. If you or your child feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, therapy can be a place to slow down, feel understood, and begin making real progress.
My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. Together, we’ll build tools to manage stress, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and create lasting resilience. I integrate ACT, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness,
I am accepting new clients at our Temecula and San Marcos locations. I work with teens, parents, and individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, stress, performance pressure, family conflict, or major life changes. If you or your child feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, therapy can be a place to slow down, feel understood, and begin making real progress.
My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. Together, we’ll build tools to manage stress, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and create lasting resilience. I integrate ACT, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness,
The symptoms of anxiety and depression are weighing you down. The hopelessness, incessant worry, and effects on your appetite and sleep patterns are getting difficult to manage. You know your mental health is suffering but it feels difficult to know where to start. Sometimes you are desperate for a way out of these feelings- you want them to stop - now. Other times you hardly have the energy and motivation to get through your day.
The symptoms of anxiety and depression are weighing you down. The hopelessness, incessant worry, and effects on your appetite and sleep patterns are getting difficult to manage. You know your mental health is suffering but it feels difficult to know where to start. Sometimes you are desperate for a way out of these feelings- you want them to stop - now. Other times you hardly have the energy and motivation to get through your day.
I serve individuals and members of the Latter-day Saint community who are ready to move through trauma and challenging life experiences toward a life of purpose, joy, and fulfillment. Together, we focus on helping you thrive—spiritually, personally, and professionally.
I also support professionals in leadership roles who are seeking to move beyond personal barriers and step into leading with strength, clarity, and alignment with their core values.
I serve individuals and members of the Latter-day Saint community who are ready to move through trauma and challenging life experiences toward a life of purpose, joy, and fulfillment. Together, we focus on helping you thrive—spiritually, personally, and professionally.
I also support professionals in leadership roles who are seeking to move beyond personal barriers and step into leading with strength, clarity, and alignment with their core values.
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FAQ - About LDS Counseling
What can a Latter-day Saint (LDS) therapist help with?
LDS therapists are licensed mental health professionals who are familiar with the beliefs, values, and cultural context of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Therefore, like other licensed therapists, LDS therapists can help with concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and family conflict. They may be especially helpful if you want to incorporate the role of family, church participation, prayer, and community expectations into therapy. An LDS therapist may also support you with concerns that intersect with faith, such as questions about identity or belonging, shame, sexuality, marital expectations, parenting, or navigating relationships.
How does being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints affect therapy?
For many Latter-day Saints, faith is closely connected to emotional wellbeing, family life, and decision-making. A therapist who understands Latter-day Saint beliefs and culture may be better able to recognize why church involvement and practices feel central to your life. This shared understanding can help you feel more comfortable and less burdened by the need to explain your religious background. It may also strengthen the therapeutic alliance, which refers to the working relationship between you and your therapist and is tied to positive therapy outcomes. At the same time, you and your therapist do not need to share the same faith to work together effectively. Many therapists who are not Latter-day Saint can still provide culturally responsive care if they approach your beliefs with respect and humility, rather than making assumptions or dismissing the role of faith.
Can an LDS therapist help with marriage and couples counseling?
LDS therapy can include marriage counseling, couples counseling, and premarital counseling. For many couples, these sessions may include discussion of how shared beliefs shape the relationship, such as expectations around marriage, family life, church participation, and parenting. Therapy may also be helpful when partners have different views about faith; for example, one partner may be more active in church than the other, have different beliefs about gender roles or parenting, or be navigating their own questions about faith. Depending on your preferences as a couple, an LDS therapist may incorporate faith-informed reflection alongside other evidence-based relationship tools, such as communication skills, emotional regulation strategies, and conflict-resolution techniques.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with LDS clients?
If faith is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with LDS clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask questions such as, “Have you worked with clients who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?” or “How do you incorporate aspects of faith into therapy sessions?” As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A good therapist should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of LDS therapists?
The directory of LDS therapists includes therapists who have shared their faith background in their profiles or therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with LDS clients or communities, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. Not all therapists choose to disclose this information on their profile, and these individuals would not appear in search results for this reason.