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Shakera Garrard, LPC

Shakera Garrard, LPC

Psychotherapist
OH
No one knows you better than yourself. Be proud of this first step of taking care of yourself. Shakera a Licensed Professional Counselor and she has 6 years of experience working as a therapist. She is also board certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC). Her focus is to implement a client-centered approach. She believes the most important approach is to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for all of my clients. It is important to not pressure my clients to convey what is uncomfortable but to help them process their feelings and empower clients to do what is best for them in their daily lives. She has worked with adults that have experienced trauma, grief, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, self-image issues, anxiety, peer pressure, and so much more. She implements a variety of techniques that includes, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused theory, mindfulness techniques, grounding techniques, and more. She believes in the importance of clients having a voice, so they can be heard and understood.
Highly recommended
97% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
New patient appointments
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Available appointments

Tomorrow, Apr 6 – Sun, Apr 19
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.97

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Shakera Garrard

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shakera Garrard

No one knows you better than yourself. Be proud of this first step of taking care of yourself. Shakera a Licensed Professional Counselor and she has 6 years of experience working as a therapist. She is also board certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC). Her focus is to implement a client-centered approach. She believes the most important approach is to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for all of my clients. It is important to not pressure my clients to convey what is uncomfortable but to help them process their feelings and empower clients to do what is best for them in their daily lives. She has worked with adults that have experienced trauma, grief, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, self-image issues, anxiety, peer pressure, and so much more. She implements a variety of techniques that includes, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused theory, mindfulness techniques, grounding techniques, and more. She believes in the importance of clients having a voice, so they can be heard and understood.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more

Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Nightmares
Pain Management Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Nightmares
Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Walden University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1518619808

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.97
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Is Shakera Garrard accepting new patients?

Shakera Garrard generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Shakera Garrard's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What are common reasons for patients to see Shakera Garrard?

Shakera Garrard frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Shakera Garrard on their profile.

What languages does Shakera Garrard speak?

Shakera Garrard speaks English.

How do patients rate Shakera Garrard in reviews?

32 patients have reviewed Shakera Garrard. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.97/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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