Alicia Gard, LMHC

Compassionate Florida LMHC for recovery and growth

Anxiety and depression care
Addiction and trauma support
Flexible teletherapy options

About Alicia Gard

Alicia Gard is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida with 9 years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and life changes. She holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and maintains license FL LMHC MH16775. Her work emphasizes tailored care and practical strategies to help clients change unhelpful patterns and improve overall mental health.

Alicia addresses a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, impulsivity, unresolved grief and loss, substance abuse and addiction, trauma, bipolar symptoms, relationship and family issues, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. She also has experience with abandonment and attachment issues, codependency, communication challenges, dissociation, and other co-occurring concerns that can complicate recovery and day-to-day functioning.

Her practice blends several evidence-informed approaches - including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - and she builds individualized treatment plans rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all model. Alicia approaches therapy with empathy and respect, prioritizing collaboration so clients feel heard and supported as they take steps toward meaningful change. She is available for sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

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 Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alicia Gard have?

Alicia Gard has 9 years of experience providing psychotherapy and counseling services.

Is Alicia Gard a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is licensed as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH16775.

In which languages does Alicia Gard provide therapy?

Therapy with Alicia Gard is provided in English.

Where is Alicia Gard located?

Alicia Gard is located in Florida.

How can I work with Alicia Gard as my therapist?

You can work with Alicia Gard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alicia Gard work with international clients?

Alicia Gard does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alicia Gard cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most to them and build actions that align with those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and navigating life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns - exploring attachment needs and relationship dynamics can be particularly relevant for abandonment, codependency, and intimacy challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, examines the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and provides practical tools to reduce symptoms and change unhelpful thinking patterns; it is often applied to anxiety, depression, and coping with impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Alicia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds so the treatment plan stays aligned with what is most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to receive support from home or on the go. These options make it easier to schedule regular sessions, maintain continuity during life transitions, and engage in therapy in ways that suit individual routines and comfort levels. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver effective care through these formats while working collaboratively with clients toward meaningful change.

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