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Jennifer Baumgardner, LCSW

California LCSW supporting life transitions
  • CBT and client-centered
  • Support for relationships
  • Fertility and maternal care

About Jennifer Baumgardner

Jennifer Baumgardner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with 14 years of clinical experience supporting people through difficult life moments. She has worked with a wide range of ages and backgrounds, including teens, veterans, and adults at various stages of life, addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, career changes, grief, infertility and pregnancy loss, and maternal mental health.

Her counseling style is warm, supportive, and client-centered, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She blends client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral techniques to create a tailored approach, adapting dialog and treatment plans to match each person’s unique needs and goals. Jennifer aims to help people clarify what they want from therapy and to work collaboratively toward those outcomes.

As an LCSW - which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and indicates specialized training to provide clinical mental health services - she draws on evidence-informed methods to help clients develop coping skills for stress, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Jennifer is committed to meeting people where they are and providing steady professional support as they work toward meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Fertility issuesPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Women's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jennifer Baumgardner have?

Jennifer Baumgardner has 14 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Jennifer Baumgardner a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW. Her license is CA LCSW 25353.

In which languages does Jennifer Baumgardner provide therapy?

Jennifer Baumgardner provides therapy in English.

Where is Jennifer Baumgardner located?

Jennifer Baumgardner is located in California.

How can I work with Jennifer Baumgardner as my therapist?

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

Does Jennifer Baumgardner work with international clients?

Jennifer Baumgardner does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jennifer Baumgardner 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.

Could virtual therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major benefit is flexibility - people can connect in the way that best fits their routine and comfort, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability often makes it easier to maintain regular work toward personal goals even amid busy schedules.

Licensed professionals offer these remote options, and therapists can be switched if someone feels a different fit would be more helpful. For many, online therapy provides an accessible, consistent way to address everyday concerns and work toward meaningful change.

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