Alicia Gard , LMHC

Background

Alicia Gard, LMHC, based in Florida, bringing 9 years of clinical practice.

Specialties

Alicia's practice areas include stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and depression.

Alicia works with people who are experiencing many different issues, including depression, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, and impulsivity.

Methods

Alicia's practice integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.

Alicia uses narrative, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and psycho-dynamic.

Style and philosophy

Alicia describes her therapy approach as based on getting to know each client as an individual; she doesn't believe in "cookie cutter" approaches to therapy and as she works together with clients, she will build a treatment plan suited to individual needs.

Alicia describes her therapy style as compassionate and empathetic, and she believes in treating others with respect and understanding.

Alicia aims to listen and support you.