Fennisha Gardner , LCSW

Fennisha Gardner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Alaska with 15 years of experience working as a social work change agent for families and youth at risk. She brings years of hands-on practice helping households and young people navigate difficult transitions and complex challenges while drawing on clinical training and real-world insight.

Gardner is committed to creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. She focuses on building trust and understanding so that clients feel able to explore their concerns and identify practical steps forward. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling, happier life often requires courage, and Gardner positions herself as a supportive partner in that process, offering steady guidance and encouragement as clients pursue meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Fennisha Gardner integrates evidence-based approaches to address a range of concerns and tailors them to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical tools for change. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness - it can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes identifying strengths and setting concrete, achievable goals so clients can move toward measurable improvements in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Gardner works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and together they decide which methods to try and how to adapt them over time. This collaborative process respects each person's pace and priorities.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals. Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel barriers, and maintain continuity of care across different circumstances.