- stress management
- family of origin
- CBT and DBT methods
About Quencina
Quencina Gardner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, and life changes. Sessions focus on practical ways to manage symptoms and make day-to-day life more manageable.
Gardner uses straightforward conversation and goal-oriented steps. She listens to how family patterns and early relationships still affect current choices and habits. That includes attention to attachment concerns and family of origin issues when they come up.
Her practice blends Client-Centered methods with cognitive and behavioral strategies. That means clients talk through what matters to them, then try small changes to thoughts and actions that can reduce distress. Mindfulness and elements from Jungian and existential approaches also shape the work when relevant.
Sessions typically look like a mix of exploring a problem, practicing specific skills, and reviewing progress. Gardner pays attention to caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, communication and codependency patterns. She also supports people managing substance use concerns, divorce and separation, and aging or caregiver responsibilities.
People who prefer clear steps and honest conversation may find this style fits. Gardner asks about everyday routines, relationships, and the ways early family roles still influence current behavior. To begin, clients complete a brief questionnaire and schedule an initial session to set goals and plan next steps.
How Gardner Uses Approaches in Remote Sessions
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and understanding the client's perspective. The therapist reflects concerns, helps prioritize issues, and supports the client in naming what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions; it includes practical exercises to try new ways of thinking and behaving that can reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with relationship and codependency challenges.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Gardner collaborates with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. She will review progress and adjust methods if something isn’t helping, so the plan evolves with the client's needs.
The practical benefits of online sessions can include easier scheduling and fitting brief check-ins into a workday. If you are considering remote work, confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it simpler to maintain continuity while balancing caregiving, aging concerns, or other obligations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include family of origin issues, caregiver stress, substance concerns, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a mix of client-centered listening and practical strategies from cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches. Sessions combine discussion, skill practice, and review of what is working.
How much experience does she have?
She holds six years of professional experience providing counseling services in Georgia.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Georgia and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; she works with clients located in Georgia.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on your selected plan and locale.
How do I begin sessions?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session to set goals and plan next steps.
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