Jennifer Gaumer

Jennifer Gaumer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience. She practices in California and helps people manage stress, anger, anxiety, depression, and other challenges that get in the way of daily life.

She has worked in several clinical settings, including a hospital-based child guidance clinic, a residential treatment center, and a community-based parenting program for teenagers in foster care. Jennifer also trained as a forensic interviewer and has supported people who experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Her approach is warm and interactive. Sessions focus on practical skills and clear steps people can use between appointments. She combines talk therapy with structured techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral work and mindfulness so clients can try new ways of coping with strong emotions.

Jennifer also uses acceptance and commitment ideas and problem-solving strategies to help people handle life changes, parenting strain, relationship struggles, and mood concerns. She pays attention to attachment and family of origin issues that often affect how people relate to others.

Outside of clinical work she enjoys gardening, home renovation, reading, and travel with her husband and two daughters. The first steps are simple: complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a session based on availability.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then commit to actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, anger, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and shift behavior through structured exercises and practice. It often helps with panic, depression, and mood symptoms. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices so people can respond to stress more calmly rather than react automatically.

The right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss options and work collaboratively to find which methods match a person's goals, needs, and preferences. That discussion can include trying different techniques and adjusting plans as progress is made.

Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how appointments are scheduled. Online therapy can make fitting sessions into a busy life easier by reducing travel and allowing more flexible timing. It also allows shorter check-ins when helpful, and makes it simpler to continue care while traveling or during changes in routine. Ask about session lengths and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements fit your day-to-day life.