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Mike Garda
Counselor, LMHC, C-DBT (he, they)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
369 Fullerton Avenue, Newburgh, NY 12550
Let's Connect (845) 237-3874
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Deciding to speak with a therapist sounds pretty simple, but it's no easy act of vulnerability. You may be struggling to find a sense of purpose in life, navigating difficult transitions and feel constantly overwhelmed, or making new discoveries about your identity. As a queer therapist, I join with my clients through lived experience and view mental health through a social-justice and change-oriented lens. I will be there to support you through your journey. Let's begin writing the story of your life you want to tell.
Nobody likes working towards inauthentic or forced objectives and we will work together as a team to create our goals and guide treatment. I work alongside my therapy dog Penny and adjust my approach to each individual client using evidence-based treatments. I particularly enjoy working with the queer community, neurodivergence,geeky folks, and young adults.
Connecting with your therapist is difficult; I've had a few therapists myself who I did not relate to. Through a strong connection and trust will, you will feel valued, heard, and appreciated as we work towards your personal progress. Let's start today!
Call or Email Mike Garda now for a free 15 minute consultation - (845) 237-3874
Let's Connect (845) 237-3874
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Couple Sessions $125
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Elevance
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 237-3874
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Mike Garda
Counselor, LMHC, C-DBT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 013116 Mike Garda
- License: Florida Out-Of-State Telehealth Provider TPMC4707 / 2024
- Certificate from Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy 625383 / 2023
- Attended Caldwell University, Master of Arts
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Self Esteem
- Mood Disorders
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Career Counseling
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Transgender
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Animal-Assisted Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Geek Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
Groups
Peer Supervision (Online)
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I will be starting up two sections of peer supervision for mental health professionals! 1- Queer Peer Supervision, specifically for queer-identifying clinicians and focusing on identity development and specific issues working within the queer community. 2- Peer Supervision for New Counselors, specifically for therapists new to practice who would like to work through imposter syndrome and have a safe space to learn and grow.
Expertise
Anxiety
Types of Therapy
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$20
Location
15 North Chestnut Street
New Paltz, NY 12561
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Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (845) 237-3874
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Mike Garda
Counselor, LMHC, C-DBT