Janet (Bayramyan) Generales

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Janet (Bayramyan) Generales, LCSW

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the states of California and Florida. I work from a trauma focused and attachment oriented perspective, supporting individuals and couples through their healing of past and current distressing events. I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Havening Techniques. Havening Techniques is a psychosensory modality that supports individuals in de-traumatizing stressful memories in the brain. I’m also certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

What do these certifications mean?

These certifications mean that I’m well versed in helping you get through any traumatic experiences you’ve been through whether you experienced sexual assault, physical violence, domestic violence, medical trauma, abandonment or neglect. I feel comfortable sitting in the room with you, holding a safe space for you to share anything that you want with me, while we collaborate together to figure out a plan to support you and provide you with some relief.

What does it mean that you’re an LCSW in California and Florida?

Because I am licensed in two states, that means that I am able to provide both in person and online therapy if you are a California or Florida resident.

More About Me:

I also support individuals who want to improve their relationship and sexual wellness with sex therapy, while also assisting individuals develop healthy boundaries. I also take into consideration cultural background in my work and am mindful of how culture plays a part in one’s journey.

Why is culture important?

My background is Russian Armenian American. Coming from this cultural background, I learned many unspoken rules in my household regarding mental health. It wasn’t talked about in my household, so when I felt emotional, depressed or anxious, I learned that I needed to hold it in and survive my feelings. This can happen in all cultures. In many communities, culture plays a very big role on our core beliefs, on our health, mental health, and overall wellness.

How do I know if I struggle with co-dependency issues?

Co-dependency looks different for everyone. If you’re finding that you have a hard time trusting yourself, and needing your significant other to meet all of your emotional needs, than potentially some co-dependency is going on. Co-dependency is hard to pinpoint. We DO have to rely on our partners. We DO need to have our emotional needs met. Where this can get tricky is if you have a hard time identifying areas where you can meet your own needs, and times when it is appropriate to be vulnerable and request that your needs be met by your partner. Like anything, co-dependency falls on a continuum, and we all can carry some characteristics that appear to be co dependent traits. In therapy, you can learn about the signs of co-dependency and ways in which to work through your emotional needs and develop healthy boundaries.

Janet’s professional associations:

I’m a member of the EMDR international association, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and member of the California Society of Clinical Social Workers. I graduated with my Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California and completed my Bachelor’s level education from California State University Northridge.

Testimonial

I am really grateful for the help and guidance you provided me, especially around the knowledge related to sensate focus and I am pleased to share with you that this was hugely helpful to enable me to overcome some of the barriers we were facing in our relationship. You are truly gifted and a boon to your profession!
Anonymous
Working with Janet is always such a pleasure! Since we connected in 2019, she's been a fantastic resource to our local Florida communities and me. She's genuinely an excellent therapist and professional!
Brandon H.
Janet is a brilliant clinician and truly puts her clients first. Her professionalism and ethical principles are clearly a driving force in the excellent work she does. Her education and training in multiple evidence based practices are evident in the quality of care she provides. It was a pleasure working with her for two years in California in community mental health with high needs clients and their families. She has a lot to offer clients, and the field of mental health as a whole.
Katherine W.
What stands out to me most about Janet is her considerable passion. She is extremely passionate about helping people eliminate suffering. She is also noticeably driven to consistently learn and grow as a person and therapist. Essentially, she is exactly what a person wants in a therapist. Janet is one of the most attentive, intelligent, kind, and passionate people I've met. I give her my highest recommendation to any individual looking to move their life in a positive direction.
Jordan Z.
I have collaborated with Janet over 3 years now and I can confidently say that she is an exceptional clinician. Her dedication to provide the highest quality clinical service to her clients combined with her calm and pleasant demeanor makes her an excellent therapist. When I am in need of a referral for an EMDR therapist or sex therapy, I always refer clients to Janet. She is well liked by her peers and clients, and demonstrates integrity and adherence to ethical standards. She intervenes with clients in culturally appropriate ways.
Menije B.
Janet is a compassionate, caring, and skilled therapist. I've been lucky enough to know her as a friend and colleague for several years now, and I highly recommend her practice to anyone looking for therapy support!
Ariel C.
I've had the pleasure to work with Janet and she is an amazing person. I have gotten to know her as a friend and colleague. She is a kind, caring, and compassionate person. I am impressed with her clinical skills as a therapist. She offers many specialized service that other therapists don't such as EMDR, trauma focused CBT, and Telehealth therapy. I highly recommend Janet if you are looking for a therapist.
Leanna G.
Janet is a warm, kind, and empathetic person whom I was lucky to work with for several years. Janet is full of knowledge and is passionate about putting her clients first. She has taught me so much in our time collaborating and all of the information she would share with me was extremely helpful for my clients. I would recommend Janet to anyone who is seeking a therapist who is easy to open up to, professional, and who genuinely cares.
Staci D.
I've known Janet for over 2 years now and she is an amazing therapist and colleague! Janet is dedicated to her work and truly cares about her clients and the process of therapy. She is incredibly knowledgable and passionate about mental health. She is well trained in EMDR and many other evidence based practices. Janet is truly inspiring! I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for support!
Angela Y.

EMDR Therapist  in California and Florida
LCSW# 88575 and SW# 16210

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