Jillian Garner-Nakayama is a Licensed Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Kentucky and a background in psychology from the University of Colorado. She brings clinical expertise and deep compassion to her work with clients across the lifespan.

Her therapeutic style is warm and collaborative. Jillian sees therapy as a space where people feel safe, seen, and empowered—a place to process the past, find clarity in the present, and build hope for the future. She works from a strengths-based perspective, helping clients tap into their resilience and sense of agency while navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges.

Jillian is EMDR certified and uses a mindfulness‑influenced, multimodal approach that includes CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, and psychodynamic therapy. Whether you’re seeking support for trauma recovery, emotion regulation, or hoping to reconnect with yourself, she aims to create a space that honors your experiences and aligns with your goals. She believes deeply in each person’s capacity to heal and grow—to live with more freedom and self-trust.