About
Hi, I’m Alethea Gard’ner
I began my professional work in forensics, supporting individuals navigating capital cases, felony charges, and specialized treatment courts. These experiences taught me something profound: every person has the capacity for change.
After relocating to the Bay Area in 2015, I established my private practice to work with teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and loss. I believe wholeheartedly in your resilience and ability to meet life’s challenges with courage and clarity.
It is a privilege to witness the inner strength that emerges when people feel supported, seen, and empowered. My role is to guide you as you gain insight, build resources, and make intentional choices about how you want to live. Our work together is always personalized, grounded in curiosity, and centered on your long-term wellbeing.
Core Values
Compassionate Collaboration
Therapy is a partnership. I meet you with empathy, respect, and genuine curiosity—never judgment.
Growth Through Awareness
Understanding your thoughts, behaviors, and emotional patterns opens the door to meaningful, long-lasting change.
Resilience & Empowerment
You are capable of more than you may realize. I help you access inner strengths that allow you to heal and thrive.
Acceptance & Mindful Living
Together, we work toward recognizing what I can control, what cannot be controlled, and moving toward peace, clarity, and acceptance.
Evidence-Based Support
I combine clinical expertise with an individualized approach, drawing from EMDR, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, and more to meet your unique needs.
Contact
I look forward to supporting you in your growth.
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