- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About Jennifer
Dr. Jennifer Gildner is a California psychologist (CA Psychologist 24958) and a Washington psychologist (WA Psychologist PY60892685) with 19 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and LGBTQ matters. She also helps people coping with changes like career shifts, eating or sleeping problems, chronic illness, and the effects of trauma and abuse.
Her style blends direct collaboration with gentle challenge. She encourages clients to turn intentions into action and focuses on strengths already present in a person. Mindfulness is a frequent tool in sessions, used to support changes in thinking and behavior.
Dr. Gildner invites open discussion about cultural background and how it shapes current struggles. She aims to build a constructive relationship where clients can test new ways of thinking and behaving. The work often involves setting goals and practicing skills between sessions.
She uses a messaging-only format and checks messages on weekday evenings; she does not use video or voice sessions and does not check messages on weekends. She is not available to complete forms or letters related to mental health therapy, such as emotional support animal requests or work-related paperwork.
If the messaging schedule and limits on paperwork fit your needs, prospective clients are asked to follow the platform steps to begin. The therapist asks people to describe what they want from psychotherapy so together they can choose practical next steps.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small, committed steps toward them. In practice this looks like identifying what's important, noticing thoughts that get in the way, and trying new behaviors aligned with your goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves noticing patterns in thinking and behavior, testing those patterns, and practicing new skills to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Mindfulness Therapy teaches noticing thoughts and sensations without getting swept away, which supports managing anxiety, stress, and mood shifts.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That choice can change over time as progress and preferences become clearer.
This therapist delivers care via asynchronous messaging only, with messages checked on weekday evenings and not on weekends. Before booking, confirm the current session options so they match your life and schedule. Messaging can make therapy easier to fit into busy days, allow time to reflect on what to write, and reduce the need to arrange a live appointment. The therapist does not complete forms or letters related to mental health therapy.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Washington, California, Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, LGBT concerns, trauma and related topics like eating and sleeping problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and occasionally challenging, focusing on strengths and mindfulness to turn intentions into action.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 19 years of clinical experience as a practicing psychologist.
Which credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds California Psychologist license 24958 and Washington Psychologist license PY60892685, and her profile lists Minnesota as the location on file.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does she use?
She uses asynchronous messaging only and does not meet via video or voice. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions run through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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