Jana Gumley, LCSW

Jana Gumley is an LCSW who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, and relationship struggles. She works with concerns such as depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, eating and body image issues, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue. Jana lists jealousy among her areas of focus and also addresses attachment and abandonment concerns.

Her approach is warm and down-to-earth. She aims to create a calm atmosphere where people feel comfortable talking about difficult experiences. Sessions use plain language and practical steps rather than clinical jargon.

Jana draws from several approaches to match each person’s needs. She commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and mindfulness practices to build present-moment skills. She also uses attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships affect current feelings and EMDR for people processing traumatic memories.

With four years of clinical experience as a licensed clinical social worker, Jana brings compassion and steady presence to sessions. She has worked with a wide range of issues including substance use, suicidal ideation, and life adjustment challenges. Her goal is to help people find clearer thinking and better coping skills.

People who choose Jana can expect straightforward conversation, practical tools to try between sessions, and collaborative goal setting. She encourages small changes that fit into everyday life and supports people as they work toward more manageable days.

How Jana Uses Core Approaches Online

Attachment-based work looks at how early bonds shape current reactions and relationships. In short sessions this can mean mapping patterns and practicing small changes that help people feel less reactive. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on noticing and shifting thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going, such as worry, avoidance, or unhelpful self-talk. Mindfulness therapy teaches concrete breathing and awareness exercises to reduce stress and improve emotional balance.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and try methods that match those goals. Together they will check progress and adjust techniques so the work stays useful and practical.

Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can help fit sessions into busy lives by reducing travel time and making it easier to schedule during a lunch break or after work. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed and makes it simpler to practice skills between meetings. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to an online setting and focus on steps that translate well to everyday routines.