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Jana Gumley , LCSW

Therapist in Alaska

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About Jana

Jana Gumley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a background in supporting people across the lifespan, from teens to older adults, and from diverse cultural backgrounds. She holds an Alaska LCSW license and brings practical experience addressing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, grief and loss, early life and sexual trauma, substance use, life adjustments, and relationship difficulties.

Her approach is warm, down-to-earth, and approachable. She meets each person with an open mind and compassionate curiosity, tailoring treatment to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. People say she helps them feel accepted and comfortable opening up, which then creates space for honest exploration and meaningful work.

Jana draws from multiple evidence-informed methods, with particular interest in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. She adapts these methods to suit the needs and goals of each person, focusing on practical skills, processing difficult experiences, and strengthening relationships. Her experience also includes work with military-connected families and transitions related to relocation and life changes.

Throughout her practice she emphasizes respect, collaboration, and steady support as people navigate healing and change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Support

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape patterns of trust, closeness, and emotional safety. It helps people understand connection and repair strategies, which can be useful for attachment issues, relationship struggles, and feelings of abandonment. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic relationship in which the therapist follows the person’s lead to build insight and self-acceptance. This approach can support self-esteem, coping with life changes, and emotional processing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaching practical skills to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with everyday challenges.

Choosing the right approach is often a collaborative process. Jana will work with each person to explore preferences, goals, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time to find the best fit. This collaborative stance helps people feel involved and empowered in their care.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules, geographic distance, and those who prefer different communication styles. Licensed professionals can provide consistent support and practical tools remotely, making therapy more accessible while preserving the therapeutic relationship and focus on progress.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Jana Gumley have?

Jana Gumley has 4 years of experience as a clinical social worker.

Is Jana Gumley a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as AK LCSW 138536.

In which languages does Jana Gumley provide therapy?

Jana Gumley provides therapy in English.

Where is Jana Gumley located?

Jana Gumley is located in Alaska.

How can I work with Jana Gumley as my therapist?

You can work with Jana Gumley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jana Gumley work with international clients?

Jana Gumley does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jana Gumley cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Alaska

Languages

English

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