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Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
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Holly Gardner

Counselor, LMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33618
Let's Connect (727) 485-0867
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Are you struggling to maintain healthy relationships? Do you experience anger, depression, anxiety, mistrust, daily confusion, difficulty with communication, fear of failure? If you’re struggling with one or more of these things, let me help you find the balance that brings greater self-awareness, self-worth, self-compassion, and improved connections with others. In addition to utilizing evidenced based approaches, I also enhance the treatment with music, art, and geek culture.
I specialize in treating, Trauma, and Personality Disorders. I am currently certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional, Personality Disorders: Advanced Diagnosis, Treatment and Managment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Geek Therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. I utilize the leading evidenced based approaches CBT, DBT, ACT, ART, and Schema Therapy.
I welcome individuals from all cultures and work with you to identify the most beneficial treatment approach. As an amazing professor used to say "I won't judge what brought you here today. I am here for you and how can I help."
Call or Holly Gardner now for a free 15 minute consultation - (727) 485-0867

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Tampa Bay Area Counseling

Tampa, FL 33618

(727) 485-0867
Appointments are in-person or online. Free consultation is with our Intake Coordinator due to my schedule often booked out.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (727) 485-0867
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Tampa Bay Area Counseling

Tampa, FL 33618

(727) 485-0867
Appointments are in-person or online. Free consultation is with our Intake Coordinator due to my schedule often booked out.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AvMed
  • BayCare
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Florida Blue
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • New Directions | Lucet
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (727) 485-0867
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (727) 485-0867

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH21872 Holly Gardner
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Webster University, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2019
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (727) 485-0867
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (727) 485-0867

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • BIPOC cultural trauma/stressors
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (727) 485-0867
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (727) 485-0867

Endorsement

Amanda Weston
Amanda Weston
CounselorPhDLMHC
Holly is a very compassionate therapist with a wealth of knowledge treating a variety of mental health conditions. I highly recommend Holly's vast array of evidence-based services to address issues for trauma, mood disorders, and other life difficulties.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Schema Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (727) 485-0867
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (727) 485-0867

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Tampa Bay Area Counseling

Tampa, FL 33618

(727) 485-0867
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Appointments are in-person or online. Free consultation is with our Intake Coordinator due to my schedule often booked out.
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (727) 485-0867
"
Appointments are in-person or online. Free consultation is with our Intake Coordinator due to my schedule often booked out.
Photo of Holly Gardner, Counselor, LMHC
Holly Gardner
Counselor, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (727) 485-0867