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Garland Nichols, LICSW

D.C. LICSW supporting clients through change
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Grief and loss help
  • Coping skills development

About Garland Nichols

Garland Nichols, LICSW, is a clinical social worker licensed in Washington, D.C. He has three years of clinical social work practice and brings an additional four years of experience in child welfare and social services. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - LICSW - he works with people coping with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, motivation challenges, low self-esteem, confidence concerns, depression, and other unsettling emotions.

When working with clients, his priorities include creating a safe, open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment and supporting the development or enhancement of coping skills and existing supports to promote wellbeing beyond sessions. He emphasizes practical strategies that can be applied in daily life and aims to collaborate with each person to identify approaches that fit their circumstances.

Those seeking help and change may find Nichols ready to join them in the process of exploring concerns and building resilience, drawing on his combined experience in clinical social work and child welfare to inform his work with individuals and families.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Garland Nichols have?

Garland Nichols has 3 years of experience.

Is Garland Nichols a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LICSW credential. License details: DC LICSW LC200001820.

In which languages does Garland Nichols provide therapy?

Garland Nichols provides therapy in English.

Where is Garland Nichols located?

He is located in the District of Columbia.

How can I work with Garland Nichols as my therapist?

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

Does Garland Nichols work with international clients?

Garland Nichols does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Garland Nichols cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with their therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches and Online Support for Practical Change

Garland Nichols draws on evidence-based approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns by teaching concrete skills for managing symptoms and daily challenges.

Motivational Interviewing centers on exploring a person's own reasons for change and strengthening motivation. It can be especially helpful when someone feels ambivalent about making changes related to mood, habits, or life transitions.

Nichols approaches the selection of methods as a collaborative process. He helps clients weigh options and determines which approach or combination of techniques best align with each person’s goals, needs, and preferences.

Online therapy with Nichols can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and access therapeutic support from a range of settings.

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