Welcome! I am a mental health counselor, licensed in Florida and have been providing psychotherapy services for 7 years. I have worked with people who are experiencing many different issues, which have all led them to seek assistance with changing their mindset, their responses, and their overall mental health. This includes issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, and impulsivity. Additional issues in which I have specific training and certification are unresolved grief and loss, substance abuse and addiction, and trauma.
My therapy approach is based on getting to know each client as an individual; I don't believe in "cookie cutter" approaches to therapy and as we work together, I will build a treatment plan suited to your individual needs. I use a combination of therapy styles including narrative, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), psycho-dynamic, and dialectical-behavioral ( DBT).
My therapy style is compassionate and empathetic, and I believe in treating others with respect and understanding. When life gets out of balance, we all respond differently, and often need help. It takes courage to reach out and take the first step to change. That is where the therapeutic relationship starts and I am ready to listen and support you.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Alicia Gard. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Very knowledgeable and experienced therapist who always makes me feel welcome and safe! I definitely recommend Alicia even after only a few sessions. She’s wonderful.
Written on Mar 24, 2025 after therapy with Alicia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
So far I’m very happy with my new Therapist, Alicia Gard. I’m very grateful that she is helping me to heal.
Written on Mar 11, 2025 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Alicia is a thoughtful, patient and calming individual. She’s a great resource and provides many suggestions for navigating difficult situations. She’s been a true lifesaver for me and I’m grateful for her!
Written on Dec 21, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Love her! She has empathy without getting tied up in the emotional issues I have. She keeps me focused because she is focused.
Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Highly recommend
Written on Sep 06, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Alicia is very kind and listens to my concerns. She gives me insight on how to handle things.
Written on Sep 05, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue
Alicia is an amazing therapist. She listens very well and I feel she really cares for my mental health. I always look forward to having sessions with her. I highly recommend her.
Written on Jul 19, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Alicia has been amazing in my therapy journey. Whenever something comes up she is always there wether that be phone, video, or messaging. If I drop off for a bit and don’t reach out she always follows up and checks in with me to see how I am doing. Alicia is a therapist who truly cares.
Written on May 24, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
When I speak about my issues she really listens and is very empathic. She gives great alternatives when things feel “too much” for me.
Written on May 17, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
She’s a great listener but also had good feed back and really engages with you !
Written on Mar 27, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Alicia was an amazing therapist very patient and understanding !
Written on Mar 26, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Efective communication. Understanding and empathetic.
Written on Mar 07, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Missed one session, but am looking forward to next session because she listens, is interested and cares.
Written on Feb 24, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amazing and compassionate person who truly cares about her patients. Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
Written on Jan 26, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Alicia has been one of the best therapists I have had. She provides so much insight and helpful advice for my issues. Everything that Alicia has recommended I try for the issues I am in therapy for has worked for me. I am forever grateful I was able to be matched with such a quality therapist.
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Alicia for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
So thankful for BetterHelp finding me Alicia. I’ve been to therapy before, but they were never willing to pick my brain like Alicia does. I love that I’m heard & love seeing the progress I’ve been making.
Written on Dec 21, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Alicia has been a key asset in my growth journey. Her therapy style is action driven and her wealth of knowledge and accountability is exactly what I respond to with therapy. I am enjoying my journey working with her!
Written on Nov 29, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I haven’t been seeing Alicia for long but I’ve really enjoyed the time so far. She’s been so kind and gentle toward me. Sympathetic and understanding. I truly feel like she is trying to help me and I greatly appreciate it. ♥️
Written on Oct 18, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Alicia empathize, understands my concerns, provides feedback, shows that she cares, and is very helpful in every sessions I've had with her. She applies all her expert knowledge in getting me better and helping me to get the best care possible!
Written on Sep 27, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very Happy to have met Alicia, I believe she will be a great therapist for me and I’m really looking forward to working with her
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
She is very kind and has helped me turn my personality into someone who is not just this scared little girl.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Alicia has been a supportive, informative, empathetic, and caring force in my mental health work. I hadnt had experience with a mental health professional before and wasn't sure what it would be like, or if I would even find what I was seeking.
I am so grateful Alicia is the therapist I was paired with. Alicia has guided my mental health journey in a way that is specific to me and my needs, goals, and way of learning. She has never been judgmental and she has a way of celebrating every little success. She doesn't sugar coat but speaks with gentleness and experience. She allows you to open up and express yourself at your own pace, whether it is a flood of emotions or a subject with an emotional roadblock. She is easy to speak to and highly professional at the same time. Her love for helping others is clear in the warmth she provides to her patients.
If you are seeking a skilled, flexible, genuine and sincere therapist to aid you, Alicia truly is a compassionate resourceful therapist to have.
Written on Jul 30, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She’s amazing and I don’t want another therapist ever!!!!!
Written on Jun 04, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Alicia has been very helpful in my recovery journey.
Written on May 26, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
She is wonderful, thoughtful, and very observant! I was hesitant about virtual therapy as I felt like there would be a lot of things missed without the physical presence. But Alicia does amazing at bridging that gap and picking up on things I say even without the visual context clues.
Written on May 24, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
I only have seen Alicia twice but she identified my goals and treatments so quickly and efficiently!!
Written on Apr 19, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Alicia is thoughtful and kind. She listens closely and focuses on her clients' needs first. I never feel like I'm being prescribed to or like I'm being lectured. Alicia is an advocate for her clients.
Written on Apr 07, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Really good therapist and really understanding
Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Alicia is incredibly nice and helpful, approaching each session with a positive attitude and an air of understanding. I’ve greatly appreciated my time as one of her clients.
Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Great sessions.
Written on Jan 30, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, addictions, and self esteem
I’ve had two sessions with Alicia and feel very confident that she is going to be a huge part of my journey in finding peace and healing. Alicia’s demeanor is a great match for me. She listens very well and has great compassion which makes me feel at ease. I’m very thankful that I was paired up with Alicia.
Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Alicia has helped me through many of my personal problems. She listens well and is always available and accommodating.
Written on Jan 15, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Alicia is amazing! Super compassionate and understanding, & very attentive! Sometimes the talks seem to short because we become so engaged in the sessions we have. Im not someone who has gone to therapy before, so to have Alicia as my first therapist has blown my mind
Written on Jan 06, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I’ve enjoyed having her as my therapist. She actually takes time to listen to you and what goals you want to achieve through therapy. Even though our conversations have been through text, she makes me feel like we are in person talking through things. During our meetings she makes me feel important and that she truly cares about me. I hope to work with her in the future and I recommend her to anyone!
Written on Jan 04, 2023 after therapy with Alicia for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
Alicia has been such a wonderful presence in my life since I started seeing her a couple of months ago. She's a great listener, and really takes the time to get to know her patients before attempting to give them feedback, which is something i really appreciate. She has provided me with some very powerful insight and has helped me to reshape my perspective on a number of different things. i highly recommend her.
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I just started therapy with Alicia. In just a few sessions I already can tell that progress will finally be made. After years of different therapists, I can tell I finally found my one! She is very attentive to the issues you have at hand and how to help solve them. I really enjoy the worksheets that she sends as well because it helps to further the experience after sessions. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Alicia has been very helpful. She’s very patient and understanding and has had good suggestions for helping me deal with my anxiety and related insomnia. I would gladly recommend her to anyone in need of a therapist.
Written on Nov 29, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and anger management
Alicia gave me recommendations that literally changed my outlook and reinvigorated a desire to finally get to the bottom of my issues.
Written on Nov 12, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Alicia has been so great for me to talk with!! She provides thoughtful feedback and allows me to express my situation without feeling like I'm being judged. She also provides great resources that helped me get out of my head! Highly recommend her.
Written on Nov 11, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
So helpful, so kind, insightful, and enjoyable to talk to. I look forward to our weekly check ins and the valuable advice Alicia gives me.
Written on Nov 02, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Alicia Gard is very easy to talk to, it was very easy for me to open up with her. I feel like I’m here only client because she is so attentive when I need advice.
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Very attentative
Written on Oct 31, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She listens to me makes sure she knows all the background and offers insight and helps quite a bit. She’s better than most of the therapists I’ve used
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Amazing listener, very empathetic and will help you work towards goals you set together! Would highly recommend anyone thinking about trying therapy out!
Written on Sep 21, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Alicia has been such a helpful counselor and my life is better for her.
Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
I love Alicia's presence. There's no doubt that she is all-in when we communicate.
Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
You've been able to really guide me and help me the last couple of sessions. Thank you for everything so far.
Written on Aug 21, 2022 after therapy with Alicia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
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