Jana Gumley , LCSW

Jana Gumley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings a warm, down-to-earth approach to therapeutic work. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she has built experience supporting people across the lifespan, from teens to older adults, and has worked with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. She is married to a member of the military and has moved around the country, and she lives with her partner and two children.

Her practice commonly addresses anxiety and depression, grief and loss, self-harm and suicidal ideation, early life and sexual trauma, substance use concerns, life adjustments, and relationship difficulties. She also works with a wide range of additional concerns including eating and body image issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and blended family challenges. Her clinical focus includes trauma and attachment-related issues as well as stress and coping for life transitions.

Jana describes her style as compassionate and approachable, entering each therapeutic relationship with an open mind and genuine empathy. She often hears that she makes people feel accepted and comfortable opening up, which helps clients do deeper, sometimes difficult, work. She draws from multiple modalities and tailors treatment to each person, favoring methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR. She believes in the healing potential of therapy and is committed to supporting clients through their individual journeys. She looks forward to working with clients.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and situations where practical coping skills can reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach that supports processing of traumatic memories and the emotions tied to them. It is commonly applied when past events continue to cause strong reactions or interfere with present-day life.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention to the present moment and gentle acceptance of internal experience. It can help with emotional regulation, rumination, and building resilience in the face of ongoing stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Jana works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals can blend techniques to match each individual's situation.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for people who live far from providers. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care across changes in location and day-to-day life while supporting meaningful therapeutic work.