Jenna Nestingen, Psy.D., LPC
Licensed Professional  Counselor

My passion for helping children, adolescents, and families has guided every step of my career. After earning my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, I spent seven years providing trauma-informed therapy in Seattle Public Schools, where I also helped launch a district-wide initiative integrating mental health services into schools. This experience sparked my interest in neuropsychological assessment, leading me to earn my Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas. I am currently completing a postdoctoral fellowship specializing in comprehensive pediatric neuropsychological evaluations.

While I find neuropsychological assessment deeply rewarding, I realized I missed the therapeutic relationships that first drew me to this field. Returning to therapy has allowed me to reconnect with what I value most: partnering with individuals and families as they navigate challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. I believe effective therapy is grounded in trust, collaboration, and genuine connection, and I strive to create a warm, supportive space where clients feel understood, empowered, and able to build on their strengths.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, perfectionism, disordered eating, life transitions, and neurodivergence. I also support executive functioning skills, including organization, planning, emotional regulation, and problem-solving. My clinical interests include supporting autistic girls and young women—particularly those who have learned to mask their traits—as well as maternal mental health through pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition to parenthood. I tailor evidence-based approaches to each client's unique strengths and goals to promote lasting growth.
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Outside of work, I am married to a proud Norwegian and am the mother of two spirited daughters who keep life full of laughter, adventure, and perspective. As both a psychologist and a parent, I understand that every family is unique and that balancing life's many demands can be both joyful and challenging. I value authenticity, connection, and finding joy in everyday moments, and I strive to bring those values into every therapeutic relationship.
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