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Garland Nichols, LICSW

  • Experience3 years
  • LocationDistrict of Columbia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Grief
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing
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About Garland

Garland Nichols is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) based in the District of Columbia who helps people navigating stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem concerns, and ADHD among other challenges.

Background and approach

He draws on clinical training and several years of work in child welfare and social services to support clients facing a wide range of life transitions, motivation barriers, and difficult emotions. Garland emphasizes practical coping strategies and strengthened supports to improve daily functioning and emotional balance.

In sessions he aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and experiment with new approaches. His practice uses evidence-based methods to identify strengths, set achievable goals, and build skills that extend beyond the therapy hour.

Garland’s background in social work informs a collaborative stance focused on helping people clarify priorities and move toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic approaches and online access

Garland uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and reshape thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress; this approach is practical and often focused on skills that can be practiced between sessions. He also employs Motivational Interviewing to support clients who feel stuck or uncertain about change, using curious, nonconfrontational conversation to elicit personal motivation and clarify goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. He takes a collaborative stance, working with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to connect in ways that suit their schedules and comfort levels. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other responsibilities while still accessing licensed professionals who can guide skill-building and problem solving.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Garland commonly address?
He works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, trauma, sleep problems, anger, career concerns, and related issues.
What approach does he use in therapy?
The practice integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients set goals, change unhelpful patterns, and build motivation for change.
How much clinical experience does Garland have?
He has 3 years of clinical social work experience plus 4 years of prior work in child welfare and social services that inform his current practice.
Where is Garland licensed and practicing?
He is a LICSW licensed in the District of Columbia with license number DC LICSW LC200001820 and practices from that jurisdiction.
Does he work with non-English speaking clients or international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available with him?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Garland?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

District of Columbia

Languages

English

What Garland can help with

Garland Nichols works with clients on stress and anxiety, grief, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

Garland works with clients with stress, anxiety, grief, and loss.

How Garland approaches therapy

Garland's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Garland is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in District of Columbia.