Alicia Gard, LMHC

Compassionate Florida LMHC for life transitions

Individualized treatment plans
Trauma and addiction informed
Teletherapy ready

About Alicia Gard

Alicia Gard is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with nine years of professional experience helping people navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. She works with individuals facing depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, and impulsivity, and brings focused training in unresolved grief and loss, substance abuse and addiction, and trauma to her work. Alicia emphasizes an individualized approach - avoiding one-size-fits-all treatment - and collaborates with each person to create a plan that fits their needs and goals.

Alicia blends several evidence-informed methods to match the needs of each client, drawing on narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic approaches, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Her style is compassionate and empathic, grounded in respect and understanding, and she supports clients through life transitions and times when things feel out of balance. Alicia encourages the courage it takes to reach out and sees the therapeutic relationship as the starting place for change.

Available to work with clients across modalities including video, phone, chat, and messaging, Alicia is accepting new clients in Florida and seeks to offer a supportive, client-centered space where people can explore change and build healthier patterns over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

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 in mental health care.

Is Alicia Gard a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LMHC. License details: FL LMHC MH16775.

In which languages does Alicia Gard provide therapy?

Alicia Gard provides therapy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, online therapy is often as effective as traditional in-person sessions and offers a practical alternative for accessing care.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Individuals can choose the mode of connection that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to maintain continuity when life changes make in-person visits harder.

Licensed professionals provide care through these remote formats, and clients generally have the option to change therapists if they are seeking a different fit. For many people, online therapy makes regular support more accessible while still allowing for meaningful therapeutic work with qualified therapists.

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