Sean Gardner, LPC, LMHC
Licensed counselor for anxiety and relationships
- Anxiety and depression support
- Relationship and intimacy help
- Online and phone sessions
About Sean Gardner
Sean Gardner is a licensed mental health counselor who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, addictions, and life transitions. He brings a practical, compassionate style aimed at helping clients feel more present, authentic, and connected to themselves and others. Drawing on a range of therapeutic methods, he collaborates with clients to address concerns such as depression, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, burnout, and intimacy-related issues.
Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, he served in the US Navy and later worked as a firefighter-paramedic in Virginia before returning to Arizona to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Arizona State University. In 2011 he relocated to Oahu, where he began his career in mental health and completed a Master of Counseling Psychology from Chaminade University of Honolulu in 2016. His clinical background includes inpatient work with adolescents and social work with the Department of Veterans Affairs assisting homeless veterans with housing. He has provided online psychotherapy for several years and brings that experience into his current practice based in Arizona.
Sean holds both LPC and LMHC credentials - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and combines evidence-informed approaches with a client-centered attitude. His practice emphasizes collaboration, practical skills, and helping clients reconnect with their strengths and values.
Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, he served in the US Navy and later worked as a firefighter-paramedic in Virginia before returning to Arizona to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Arizona State University. In 2011 he relocated to Oahu, where he began his career in mental health and completed a Master of Counseling Psychology from Chaminade University of Honolulu in 2016. His clinical background includes inpatient work with adolescents and social work with the Department of Veterans Affairs assisting homeless veterans with housing. He has provided online psychotherapy for several years and brings that experience into his current practice based in Arizona.
Sean holds both LPC and LMHC credentials - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and combines evidence-informed approaches with a client-centered attitude. His practice emphasizes collaboration, practical skills, and helping clients reconnect with their strengths and values.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Autism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sean Gardner have?
Sean Gardner has 10 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Sean Gardner a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). His license details are AZ LPC 19450 and HI LMHC 613.
In which languages does Sean Gardner provide therapy?
Sean Gardner provides therapy in English.
Where is Sean Gardner located?
Sean Gardner is located in Arizona.
How can I work with Sean Gardner as my therapist?
You can work with Sean Gardner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sean Gardner work with international clients?
Yes, Sean Gardner works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sean Gardner cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping clients clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can help with depression, anxiety, and many everyday concerns. The Gottman Method is a practical, research-informed approach for couples that concentrates on communication, conflict management, and rebuilding trust in relationships.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Sean works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts methods as therapy progresses so the plan matches real-world experiences and changing priorities.
Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy schedule or connect across distances. These options support consistent access to licensed professionals and make it practical to continue therapy during life transitions, travel, or when in-person appointments are not feasible.