Janet Kwantes, LMSW
Practical support for parenting and life transitions
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 25
- Credentials
- LMSW
- Licensed in
- Michigan
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Grief
- Focus
- Parenting issues
About Janet
Janet Kwantes is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 25 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, parenting concerns, self-esteem, and depression. Janet aims to make reaching out easier for people who are feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk through what matters most. Sessions center on listening first, then building practical steps that fit daily life.
Background and approach
She encourages small changes that add up over time and helps clients notice progress. Janet uses straightforward tools to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She blends client-centered listening with techniques that help rewrite personal stories and set achievable goals.
That mix supports people who want clearer direction and faster coping strategies. Many clients bring issues tied to loss, parenting pressures, caregiving stress, or struggles with confidence. Janet also supports people dealing with adoption or foster care experiences, abandonment, mood challenges, and young adult transitions.
She tailors each session to the person's situation rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. Conversations are practical and grounded. Janet helps clients identify next steps and practices to try between sessions.
The aim is to make daily life more manageable and to strengthen the skills needed for lasting change.
What Janet works with
Everything Janet lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Janet helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Forgiveness
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Mood disorders
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Janet lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that fit online parenting support
Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting the person where they are, listening without judgment, and following the client's lead to build trust and clarity. It helps when someone needs a supportive space to talk about parenting stress, grief, or low confidence.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers simple exercises to challenge unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, mood issues, and building confidence.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means checking in about what's helping and adjusting the plan as needed so sessions stay practical and relevant.
Online therapy makes it easier to keep therapy consistent. Video calls let people use visual cues and have fuller conversations, phone sessions can be quicker or better when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging work well for short check-ins or when writing out thoughts feels easier. These formats offer flexibility for busy parents or anyone juggling work and caregiving responsibilities.
Questions people ask about Janet
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem struggles, and depression, plus related areas like adoption and caregiver stress.
What is her general therapy style?
Her approach is warm and listening-focused, combining client-centered care with practical techniques to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional experience supporting people through a range of life and emotional challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices from Michigan.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Yes, she accepts international clients and offers sessions across borders according to scheduling and platform options.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to start working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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