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Angela Gardner, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma recovery
  • Trauma and addiction care
  • Client-centered approach
  • Flexible online sessions

About Angela Gardner

Angela Gardner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a long history of work in the mental health field to her practice, serving diverse populations across hospital and jail settings. She has supported people living with acute mental health diagnoses, individuals facing addiction, trauma survivors, and those rebuilding their lives after significant loss or change. Comfortable with a wide range of backgrounds and belief systems, she combines compassion with a gentle sense of humor when appropriate to create a collaborative space for healing.

Gardner has been an LCSW since 2018 and has also taught at the university level, reflecting a commitment to both learning and teaching. Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-based techniques, Client-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She describes her approach as eclectic and individualized - tailoring interventions to each person rather than relying on a single method. Choosing to address challenging issues is a meaningful step, and she encourages clients to begin that process while offering steady support and practical guidance along the way.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Women's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Angela Gardner have?

Angela Gardner has 9 years of experience.

Is Angela Gardner a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: TX LCSW 61721.

In which languages does Angela Gardner provide therapy?

Angela Gardner provides therapy in English.

Where is Angela Gardner located?

Angela Gardner is located in Texas.

How can I work with Angela Gardner as my therapist?

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

Does Angela Gardner work with international clients?

Yes, Angela Gardner works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Angela Gardner 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 Care with Angela Gardner

Angela Gardner integrates Client-Centered Therapy by prioritizing the client’s perspective, offering empathetic listening and support to help people explore values, feelings, and goals; this approach can be especially helpful for relationship, identity, and self-esteem concerns.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT offers concrete tools and skills that clients can apply between sessions.

Motivational Interviewing is another part of her practice, designed to help people find internal motivation for change when facing issues like addiction, ambivalence about treatment, or life transitions. It focuses on collaboration and exploring personal values to support lasting decisions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Angela works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Angela is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexible options that fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and to maintain continuity of care across distances.

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