Janee Anez , LICSW

Janee Anez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota with 18 years of professional experience. She focuses on supporting people who are facing stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, depression, and other life transitions. Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed and explored.

Janee works collaboratively with individuals to identify goals and develop practical ways to cope with challenging emotions and changing circumstances. She acknowledges that seeking help is a courageous step and commits to offering steady, compassionate support through that process. Her practice emphasizes empathy, respect, and a focus on helping people move toward a more satisfying and balanced life.

Throughout her work she aims to help clients build resilience, find clearer perspectives on relationships and loss, and develop skills to manage everyday stressors. Janee brings years of clinical experience to each session while tailoring care to the needs and preferences of the person she is supporting.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Janee Anez uses evidence-informed approaches to help people navigate stress, loss, and relationship challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental acceptance of thoughts and feelings. This approach can support emotional regulation, reduce rumination, and help with coping during life transitions.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people clarify their motivations and strengthen commitment to change. It can be useful when someone is working through ambivalence about major steps or lifestyle adjustments.

The therapist works collaboratively to determine which combination of approaches best fits each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Finding the right method is part of the therapeutic process and is tailored through open conversation and shared decision making.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access consistent support without extensive travel and allow therapy to fit into varied routines.