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Janine Porter, LMFT

Janine Porter, LMFT

Psychotherapist
1150 Grove St, San Luis Obispo, CA
Hi there, I'm Janine! My name is Janine Porter, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based on the Central Coast, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individual adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, transitions, women’s issues, and trauma. My approach I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs and comfort. I most often use a combination of CBT, humanistic, client-centered, creative play-based, strength-based, and solution-focused approaches. My focus I work with adults seeking therapy for various reasons. Whether you need support through a difficult time or transition, healing childhood wounds, coping with loss, navigating relationships, or seeking deeper self-exploration and growth, I am here to support you. My communication style My style is warm, personable, and non-judgmental. I want clients to feel safe and comfortable sharing. I am honored to witness my clients’ rawest moments. My journey to mental healthcare I earned my Bachelor’s in Communication Studies from California Polytechnic State University and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Depth Psychotherapy from Pacifica Graduate Institute. I am passionate about therapy and committed to my clients’ health and growth. I look forward to working with you. My goals for you Goal setting is collaborative. We will define what you want to accomplish together, starting with building trust and comfort in therapy. Over time, we will set goals and track progress. I want my clients to feel heard and valued. My first session with you The first session is mostly spent gathering information about what brought you to therapy and how you are feeling now.
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Janine Porter

Focus areas

Anxiety
Parenting Counseling
Self Esteem Issues
Depression
Psychological Trauma
Stress
Life Transition
Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Humanistic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Janine Porter

Hi there, I'm Janine! My name is Janine Porter, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based on the Central Coast, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individual adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, transitions, women’s issues, and trauma. My approach I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs and comfort. I most often use a combination of CBT, humanistic, client-centered, creative play-based, strength-based, and solution-focused approaches. My focus I work with adults seeking therapy for various reasons. Whether you need support through a difficult time or transition, healing childhood wounds, coping with loss, navigating relationships, or seeking deeper self-exploration and growth, I am here to support you. My communication style My style is warm, personable, and non-judgmental. I want clients to feel safe and comfortable sharing. I am honored to witness my clients’ rawest moments. My journey to mental healthcare I earned my Bachelor’s in Communication Studies from California Polytechnic State University and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Depth Psychotherapy from Pacifica Graduate Institute. I am passionate about therapy and committed to my clients’ health and growth. I look forward to working with you. My goals for you Goal setting is collaborative. We will define what you want to accomplish together, starting with building trust and comfort in therapy. Over time, we will set goals and track progress. I want my clients to feel heard and valued. My first session with you The first session is mostly spent gathering information about what brought you to therapy and how you are feeling now.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Mood Swings
Parenting Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Mood Swings

Office location

Janine Porter, LMFT also offers online video visits for patients
1150 Grove St
1150 Grove St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Pacifica Graduate Institute, Master's in Counseling Psychology
  • California Polytechnic State University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1619207735

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Wait time
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Bedside manner
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Where is Janine Porter's office located?

Janine Porter has 2 office locations, including in Bakersfield and San Luis Obispo, view full addresses on Janine Porter's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Janine Porter?

Janine Porter frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Janine Porter on their profile.

What languages does Janine Porter speak?

Janine Porter speaks English.

How do patients rate Janine Porter in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Janine Porter. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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