Devan Gardner LCSW

Anxiety is one of the most common concerns I help clients work through—and it shows up in so many ways: racing thoughts, overthinking, perfectionism, people-pleasing, irritability, or feeling on edge. I understand how anxiety can quietly take over your life. Using an integrative approach grounded in CBT, ACT, and DBT, I help clients build tools to calm the mind, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and reconnect with the present moment.

Depression can feel like a heavy fog—impacting your energy, motivation, self-worth, and ability to connect with others or yourself. Whether it shows up as persistent sadness, numbness, irritability, or simply going through the motions, you’re not alone. I’ve supported clients through the weight of depression using a compassionate, individualized approach. Together, we’ll work to not just manage depression, but to understand its roots and develop a more grounded, confident way of being.

Relationships are some of the most important—and sometimes most challenging—parts of our lives. Whether you're navigating conflict, communication struggles, breakups, boundary-setting, or patterns that keep showing up in different relationships, therapy can help you gain clarity and create healthier connections. I approach relationship work with empathy, curiosity, and a deep understanding of how our past experiences shape how we show up with others.

Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT) is at the heart of how I connect with clients—because I believe healing happens through meaningful, authentic relationships. Rooted in the understanding that disconnection can be a source of emotional distress, RCT helps us explore how cultural and relational dynamics impact your sense of self and the way you show up in the world. As a queer, Black woman therapist, I bring a culturally responsive lens to therapy, honoring your lived experiences.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the core approaches I use to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With specialized training and years of experience applying CBT in therapy, I support clients in identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical tools to shift them. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or self-esteem struggles, CBT offers a clear, structured path toward lasting change.

Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT) is at the heart of how I connect with clients—because I believe healing happens through meaningful, authentic relationships. Rooted in the understanding that disconnection can be a source of emotional distress, RCT helps us explore how cultural and relational dynamics impact your sense of self and the way you show up in the world. As a queer, Black woman therapist, I bring a culturally responsive lens to therapy treatment.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy is a powerful approach I use to help clients build emotional regulation, improve relationships, and navigate life with more balance and resilience. Whether you're struggling with intense emotions, people-pleasing, boundary issues, or self-critical thoughts, DBT offers practical skills for managing it all. I integrate DBT techniques like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness into therapy sessions to support lasting growth

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the core approaches I use to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With specialized training and years of experience applying CBT in therapy, I support clients in identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical tools to shift them. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or self-esteem struggles, CBT offers a clear, structured path toward lasting change.