Jennifer Gerlach LCSW

About

Jennifer Gerlach, LCSW, is a psychotherapist based in Southern Illinois who specializes in psychosis, mood disorders, and young adult mental health. She is the author of The Psychosis and Mental Health Recovery Workbook: Activities for Young Adults from ACT, DBT, and Recovery-Oriented CBT.

Books by Jennifer Gerlach LCSW

Recent Posts

Can Trauma or PTSD Cause Psychosis?

The relationship between psychosis and trauma is complex.

The relationship between psychosis and trauma is complex.

Are You Lying to Your Therapist? Are They Lying to You?

The request for total honesty in therapy is a tall order.

The request for total honesty in therapy is a tall order.

When Neurodivergence Meets the Teen Social Scene

The mysterious codes of the adolescent social scene are tricky, especially for neurodivergent teens. Two neurodiversity experts speak out on social connection and inclusion.

The mysterious codes of the adolescent social scene are tricky, especially for neurodivergent teens. Two neurodiversity experts speak out on social connection and inclusion.

Final Rule Marks Victory for Mental Health Equality

The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equality Act of 2008 was meant to expand mental health coverage to match physical health coverage. Challenges remain.

The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equality Act of 2008 was meant to expand mental health coverage to match physical health coverage. Challenges remain.

Your Life Is Worth So Much More Than a Phone Call

September is Suicide Prevention Month.

September is Suicide Prevention Month.

When Is a Problem Actually a Problem?

When is a problem actually a problem? It's a question that can be surprisingly tricky.

When is a problem actually a problem? It's a question that can be surprisingly tricky.

Caught in the Drama Triangle?

We are not characters in a play.

We are not characters in a play.

Psychosis, OCD, and Questions of Reality

What can OCD and psychosis teach us about the nature of reality?

What can OCD and psychosis teach us about the nature of reality?

How to Best Support Autistic Children in Grade School and Beyond

Autistic children face a variety of challenges in school, including an increased risk of bullying and social challenges. How can schools create a welcoming space for them?

Autistic children face a variety of challenges in school, including an increased risk of bullying and social challenges. How can schools create a welcoming space for them?

Why Is My Mind So Loud?

Loud thoughts is a common mental health challenge with a variety of origins.

Loud thoughts is a common mental health challenge with a variety of origins.