Our Approach is a little bit different than traditional talk therapy
We focus on how to create a more productive and happier reality in the here and now.
Through our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, each and every online therapy session is structured to ensure you’re actively making progress toward your goals.
Meet Our Therapists
Our clinical staff hold credentials that have been accepted by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences to be able to practice marriage & family therapy. Associates are supervised by a licensed clinical supervisor and managed by the owner of the clinic. Staff hold consultations each week with their supervisors to provide competent care based on your treatment plan.
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Rasmee Vang
AMFT #145723
Under Supervision of Danielle Mendoza, LMFT #131122Rasmee believes that change comes from the heart, where it seeks to find a light to illuminate the path towards healing; highlighting the importance of personal motivation in the journey toward transformation.
In addition, her fluency in Hmong allows her to connect deeply with clients from her cultural background, while her interpersonal skills enable her foster a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.
Rasmee is not only family-oriented and nurturing, but she also enjoys spending quality time with her loved ones. She finds joy in cooking and baking, often sharing her culinary creations during gatherings. Additionally, she enjoys crocheting, allowing her to unwind and express her creativity. Rasmee is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of her clients and the broader community, emphasizing the importance of mental health and fostering a culture of empathy and support through her work.
Offering services in Bilingual in English and Hmong
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, Health Net and Private Pay accepted.
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Alyse Pugh
APCC #17877
Under Supervision of Heather Janz, LMFT #94996Alyse is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor working at Janz Family Therapy. Alyse attended Biola University and earned a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Biblical & Theological studies. Additionally, she earned a Master’s Degree in Professional Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University.
Alyse adopts a Person-Centered orientation to therapy because she believes in each individual’s ability to reach their goals with the proper support, education and motivation. Alyse utilizes a combination of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the purpose of addressing both behavioral management skills and inner healing work. Alyse is passionate about understanding the impact of trauma on our psychology, and learning healthy coping skills to decrease unwanted behaviors through various evidence-based Trauma-informed psychological interventions. Alyse offers services for individuals, couples, and families.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, C-PTSD/PTSD, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, substance abuse, sexual abuse, stress management, religious/spiritual trauma, grief & loss, or simply trying to make sense of this world we live in, Alyse seeks to provide a safe and supportive space for clients to pursue change, healing, and growth.
Alyse is trained in Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems, Play Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Gottman method, and basic Mindfulness skills. Additionally, Alyse can provide services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.
MediCal, Health Net and Private Pay Accepted
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Ashley Hanley
AMFT #146014
Under Supervision of Heather Janz, LMFT #94996*VIDEO/TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS ONLY
Ashley Hanley is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Janz Family Therapy. She earned her Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy Clinical Counseling from California Baptist University, where she developed a strong foundation in family systems and therapeutic interventions. Ashley’s training and areas of interest in practice include helping clients of all ages navigate challenges related to health and wellness, trauma, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. She is committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care, empowering individuals and families to not only manage their concerns but also build fulfilling, resilient lives.Her therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Attachment and Systems Theory, ensuring that each treatment plan is tailored to the client’s unique needs. Ashley incorporates a biopsychosocial framework that considers physical health, nutrition, coping skills, relationships, self-esteem, and family dynamics to foster holistic healing and growth.Ashley is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space for her clients. She currently offers appointments exclusively via video and Telehealth, ensuring flexibility and convenience for her clients.
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, HealthNet and Private Pay accepted.
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Lena Ohanian
AMFT #139380
Under Supervision of Heather Janz. LMFT #94996Lena Ohanian is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with Janz Family Therapy. She recieved her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Santa Clara University and her Master’s degree in Counseling from Palo Alto University, with emphasis in Marriage, Family and Children. Lena has provided counseling to the Fresno community since 2022 working with individuals, groups, and couples. Lena believes in the importance of therapy being fostered to fit within the cultural frame of her clients. Lena’s person-centered approach has a focus on the use of mindfulness and self-awareness to help her clients see, reach, and accept their true selves. Lena enjoys working with clients from diverse backgrounds who seek to collaborate with their therapist in creating a more fulfilling lived experience.
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, HealthNet and Private Pay accepted.
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Sarah Baze
APCC #15816
Under Supervision of Heather Janz, LMFT #94996Sarah is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about helping you become the best version of yourself. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, life stressors, trauma, or any other personal or relational struggles, she is there to help you find your path forward. Sarah work with adults, teenagers, children, couples, and families. Her work targets limiting beliefs and unhelpful behaviors that hold you back, while increasing healthy thoughts and behaviors that nurture your growth.
Sarah previously served a practicum at Andrew’s Community Counseling Center. She is a graduate of both Fresno Pacific University, and Andrew’s University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. In addition to her work with Janz Family Therapy, Sarah is an Adjunct Professor of Psychology.
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, MHN and Private Pay accepted.
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Angelica Torres
AMFT143316
Under Supervision of Danielle Mendoza, LMFT #131122Holding a Master of Science degree from California State University, Fresno, Angelica is an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist at Janz Family Therapy. Angelica emphasizes that it's about putting in the effort rather than striving for perfection. She guides her clients with unwavering empathy and understanding, integrating elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her person-centered approach.
Recognizing the inherent uniqueness of each individual, Angelica's therapeutic approach is firmly rooted in a person-centered philosophy, utilizing an integrative blend of theories that work for the person. In her sessions, she adeptly leverages her clients' unique strengths and interests, including her appreciation for video games, anime, K-pop music, and telenovelas. By integrating these elements into therapy, Angelica creates a space where clients can explore their emotions, narratives, and coping mechanisms in a familiar and comforting context, facilitating therapeutic healing and personal growth.
Angelica appreciates working with a diverse clientele from all backgrounds, including individuals of all ages and LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, families, and children. She believes everyone has the potential for greatness and aims to help clients uncover this potential. She also has extensive training to help those who have experienced domestic violence and a passion for empowering people toward personal growth, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for clients to explore and grow.
While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to help you better understand and process events, as well as equip you with the tools that may allow you to move forward and grow. Whether you need extra support through a challenging situation or are ready to move in a new direction in your life and relationships, Angelica is prepared to accompany her clients on their journey in therapy. Offering services. in Bilingual in English and Spanish
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, HealthNet and Private Pay accepted.
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Micayla Cook
AMFT #142313
Under Supervision of Heather Janz, LMFT #94996Micayla is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with Janz Family Therapy. She attended California Baptist University where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, with Marriage and Family Therapy option. Micayla’s approach uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered theories to help you work toward creating change, healing, and wellness. Using her unique and dedicated background of both dance and psychology, Micayla has a passion for helping athletes and dancers optimize their mental strength and potential. Micayla is well aware of both the challenges and gifts that being an athlete and performer brings to our daily lives. During her time in graduate school, Micayla learned the positive correlations of dance and mental health, including studies that found an increased positive mood, well-being, body-image and quality of life when people were given dance movement opportunities (Koch Kunz, Lykou, & Cruz, 2014). As part of treatment planning, Micayla works with clients to assist them in making the most of their skills and talents to retain the joy and benefits gained from these activities for mental fitness. She also recognizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship in order to provide effective therapy and individualizes each treatment plan for every unique client. Micayla is also open to working with you if you’re in need of treatment support for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationships problems, and accepts children ages 5 and up, teens, individuals, couples, and families.
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, HealthNet and Private Pay accepted.
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Vanessa Flores
AMFT #141259
Under Supervision of Heather Janz, LMFT #94996Vanessa Flores is a bilingual (English & Spanish) Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Cal State Monterey Bay and graduated with her Masters degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Vanessa previously worked for Pajaro Valley Prevention & Student Assistance for two years where she provided school based mental health services to children, adolescents, and families who struggled with difficult life transitions, family separation, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss. She is passionate to help and support individuals and families receiving hospice and palliative care services find peace and acceptance at the end of life. Vanessa focuses on providing a safe space for clients to express their feelings surrounding these difficult experiences as it is an important step in helping them achieve peace. She utilizes CBT, DBT, and integrates mindfulness approaches in order to promote positivity, create change, and acceptance in her clients lives. Her warm and sensible approach helps establish the therapeutic relationship with her clients and develop necessary goals on their path to healing.
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, HealthNet, Private Pay, HSA and FSA cards accepted.
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Leah Edwards
LMFT #128019
Senior Licensed Mental Health TherapistLeah was promoted to Senior Licensed Mental Health Therapist in 2024 due to her extensive experience and dedication to the field. Leah is a licensed Marriage Family and Child Therapist who works with an all inclusive population; children, teens and adults, with over seven years of experience in the field. Outside of the practice, she currently works as an adjunct professor teaching college and life success skills, and previously other courses such as parenting and anger management. Leah's philosophy with treatment is personal empowerment, with clients’ taking an active role in their own therapeutic experience. Leah works with a variety of relationship dynamics: including family, couples, and polyamorous relationships. Leah incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, humor, mindfulness, meditation, art and play therapy into her practice to help clients explore healthy ways to address trauma, anxiety, depression, sexuality, sexual health, grief and loss, and life stage changes. Leah believes that each individual has specific needs, and works to create a course of treatment that best fits the client; incorporating and addressing the physical, mental, spiritual, social, and academic/professional areas of self care, personal empowerment, and overall life satisfaction.
Medicare Part B, Anthem MediCal, MHN and Cal Viva MediCal Accepted.
Private Pay, HSA & FSA Cards Accepted. Superbills provided.
Meet Our Clinical Supervisors
At Janz Family Therapy, we have a dual mission to serve our clients well while training associate professional clinical practitioners working towards licensure. Our Clinical Supervisors oversee and train up to 15 new master’s level therapists every year.
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Heather Walker Janz
LMFT #94996
CEO, Clinical SupervisorHeather Walker Janz has a passion for working with people who are dealing with difficult life transitions. She has specialized experience working with those in technology, political, and entrepreneurial career paths. She owns and provides supervision for Janz Family Therapy Inc. Heather has been a guest speaker at various non-profits, educational settings, and businesses. Heather is from the Central Valley and graduated with a master's degree in science with an emphasis in marriage & family therapy from California State University, Los Angeles. Heather has served as President for the California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists, Central San Joaquin Valley Chapter. Find out more at www.HeatherJanz.com
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Danielle Mendoza
LMFT #131122
Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Clinical SupervisorDanielle Mendoza is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with adults only. Danielle primarily works with those who are looking to manage anxiety and depression. She has a passion for working people who are looking to make positive changes in their lives and who want to gain a better understanding of themselves. Danielle strives to create a supportive environment for clients to effectively work on their goals and to create change. Danielle graduated from Fresno State with her master’s degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Fresno State as well. Danielle previously worked at Central Star Community Services as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist where she provided therapy and case management services to individuals with adjustment, depression, anxiety, and trauma disorders.
Anthem MediCal, Cal Viva MediCal, MHN and Private Pay accepted.
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