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Alison Gardey

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR

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Available both in-person and online
903 Embarcadero Drive Suite 2 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
I offer a holistic and collaborative approach to therapy and trust we all have the power and wisdom within us to get to the healing & growth we need. Therapy is a journey toward finding balance and wholeness. It is about disentangling yourself from patterns and limiting beliefs that no longer serve you, as much as it is about cultivating self-acceptance and reconnecting with essential parts of yourself. Together, we will work to define what is true and meaningful for you.
With over 20 years of experience, I support individuals, couples, and families navigating the perinatal journey, trauma, grief, and attachment wounds. I work with parents and children facing anxiety, loss, perfectionism, and compulsive patterns, helping clients build healthy relationships, feel more connected, and heal through life’s transitions.
Whether you’re navigating a specific concern or looking for ongoing support, I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you don’t have to do it alone. You’re welcome to visit my website or reach out to connect.
Call or Alison Gardey now for a free 15 minute consultation - (916) 794-4259

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alison Gardey

903 Embarcadero Drive

Suite 2

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 map

(916) 794-4259

San Marino, CA 91108

My website
I offer psychotherapy sessions in person and online.
I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Grief and Trauma and PTSD 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (916) 794-4259
Photo of Alison Gardey, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alison Gardey

903 Embarcadero Drive

Suite 2

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 map

(916) 794-4259

San Marino, CA 91108

My website
I offer psychotherapy sessions in person and online.
I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Grief and Trauma and PTSD 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
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Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (916) 794-4259
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Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (916) 794-4259

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 46646 Alison Gardey
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 26 years
  • Attended USF University of San Francisco
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Post Grad Fellowship Infant Parent Mental Health /University of Massachusetts Boston Infant Parent Mental Health/ Post Graduate Fellowship / 2007
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Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (916) 794-4259
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Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (916) 794-4259

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Grief
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Cancer
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Compulsions
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Regulation
  • First Responders
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sports Performance
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma Betrayal
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Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Do these issues align with your needs? or (916) 794-4259
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Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Do these issues align with your needs? or (916) 794-4259

3 Endorsements

Xiaoting Joyce, LMFT
Xiaoting Joyce, LMFT
Marriage & Family TherapistMS
Alison Gardey is a remarkable psychotherapist, known for her empathetic approach and expertise in EMDR. Her dedication to client well-being and her impactful community workshops make her an invaluable asset to the field of psychology.
Yasmine Binghalib
Yasmine Binghalib
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Alison is an incredibly compassionate and competent clinician. She's extremely knowledgeable with various therapy and treatment modalities, and approaches her clients with great care. I'm always happy and comfortable referring people to her for therapy.
Sue Goetz
Sue Goetz
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
I have known Alison for about 7 years, since we were colleagues in neighboring buildings. She is warm, clinically sound, and a great referral especially for children/ teens and for EMDR. I have sent personal referrals her way and gotten great feedback.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Brainspotting
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Play Therapy
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
  • Somatic
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I often integrate IFS, EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and other experiential approaches to support mind body integration.
Photo of Alison Gardey, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 794-4259
"
I often integrate IFS, EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and other experiential approaches to support mind body integration.
Photo of Alison Gardey, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 794-4259

Location

Primary Location

Alison Gardey

903 Embarcadero Drive

Suite 2

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

(916) 794-4259

Additional Location

San Marino, CA 91108

(916) 794-4259
"
I offer psychotherapy sessions in person and online.
Photo of Alison Gardey, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (916) 794-4259
"
I offer psychotherapy sessions in person and online.
Photo of Alison Gardey, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Alison Gardey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (916) 794-4259