Jennifer (Jen) Ingram

LCSW, LICSW, TLHT LCSW, TLS LCSW, LISW

When I say “I get it,” I REALLY do! As a child growing up on a farm in Minnesota, I knew that it was harder for me to hold still, keep quiet, and follow directions than is was for other kids. As a young adult, boredom became painful - literally. By my mid-30’s I was on the struggle bus with all the “adulting”. There was never enough time to take care of everyone else and still feel like myself. When I was 38 years old, I finally took my own advice and saw a psychiatrist. I told her that if everybody else in my house would get medicated for ADHD, I would be fine. She helped me recognize that my struggles, as well as many of my successes, were rooted in ADHD. So, yeah, when I say “I get it,” I REALLY do! I can’t wait to help you “get it,” too!

With over two decades of experience and specialized training in ADHD and related mental health issues, I bring a wealth of expertise and lived experience to my practice. My extensive background enables me to provide effective, tailored support for individuals navigating these challenges. My clinical style is deeply rooted in a blend of of empathy, compassion, and understanding. My eclectic approach is a blend of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), and bit of motivational interviewing. There’s a good chunk of psychoeducational stuff, too. You’ll hear references to coping skills, emotional regulation, owning your own shit. The books I recommend the most are “The Whole Brain Child” because we were all children once and that’s part of the problem; I also like “Fair Play” to help get an idea of domestic responsibilities and sharing them in an equitable manner; and “The Menopause Manifesto” by Jen Gunter - she answers ALL the questions and even touches on ADHD. Other great resources that match my style are “How to ADHD,” “The Autism Dad,” Stacy Turis “How to Survive ADHD without catching your hair on fire,” and “The Anti-planner” by Dani Donovan. I typically complete more than 30 hours of professional training each year, most of which is related to ADHD, autism, anxiety, and the intersectionality of BIPOC, Queer people, and social justice issues.

I'm not your average therapist. I don’t sit up straight in a stuffy office with inspirational quotes posted on the walls. My space isn’t meticulously clean and neither is my language. I swear; no, literally, like a sailor. And odds are, I’m sitting criss-cross applesauce in comfy clothes. Cuz if we can’t be real in therapy, what’s the point? When I say I offer accepting, nonjudgmental, REAL therapy that will change your life, I mean it. That’s just how I operate. Yes, I have fancy letters behind my name and a lot of specialized education and training, but I’m just half of the team - you’re the real expert of who you are, what you want, and what you need. I’m here with my training and skills to help you sort out the path to happiness and success. We’ll chat over coffee, laugh at relatable memes, and we might even share a happy dance every now and then. I accept you for YOU! Trust me when I say that you’ve already judged yourself enough for the both of us. In therapy, we're going to be curious, not judgmental. I invite you to join me in the “nein schadenfreude zone.” You’re gonna love it here! This work WILL change your life. You’re here, you’re ready to work, and you’re maybe even a little excited to get started. It’s time.