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Jennifer Garland

Therapist
17 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I believe that therapy should feel like a safe space where you are met with warmth, honesty, and respect. My approach is grounded in the understanding that trust is not given automatically – it is earned through consistent presence, deep listening, and genuine care.

My approach to therapy

I work with clients to explore their experiences without judgement, creating a calm and steady space where you can bring your whole self. I am committed to being alongside you – not as an expert telling you what to do, but as a therapist walking with you as you understand yourself more fully and navigate change at your own pace.

What you can expect from me

I hold the firm belief that each person carries strengths, insights, and resilience within them, even in the midst of pain or uncertainty. My role is to help you uncover and build upon these resources with compassion, curiosity, and honesty.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Direct, Empowering, Energetic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    17 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Missouri - Columbia
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Missouri, Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Infertility, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Relational, Behavioral, Strength-Based, Positive Psychology, Seeking Safety, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Play, Motivational Interviewing, Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English