- ACT
- CBT
- DBT skills
About Sean
Sean Gardner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Hawaii with ten years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, depression, and other life changes. Sessions are conversational and practical, aimed at helping people manage strong emotions and daily demands.
He approaches therapy using grounded, evidence-informed methods. Sean uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and client-centered work. He also draws on the Gottman Method for relationship concerns and mindfulness strategies to reduce reactivity.
Sean's background includes military service in the US Navy and time as a firefighter-paramedic. He completed a BA in psychology at Arizona State University and a master's degree in counseling psychology from Chaminade University of Honolulu. Early work included inpatient therapy with adolescents and supporting homeless veterans with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
In recent years he has provided psychotherapy online. Sessions focus on practical skills - noticing triggers, changing unhelpful patterns, and practicing new ways to respond. He helps people talk through resentment, workplace frustration, parenting stress, and the fallout from past trauma.
Sean frames therapy as a collaborative process. He aims to help clients clarify goals, learn tools to manage anger and stress, and test new behaviors between sessions. People who want straightforward strategies and steady guidance may find this approach helpful.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking action that fits those values while accepting difficult thoughts and emotions. It can help when anger or avoidance get in the way of the life someone wants. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions, teaching step-by-step skills to reduce reactivity and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match the person's goals, symptoms, and daily life. That collaborative decision can change over time as skills are tried and progress is reviewed.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around a job, caregiving, or travel. It also allows for shorter check-ins or sessions that don't require being on camera when that helps. Discuss format preferences when scheduling so sessions match practical needs and therapeutic goals.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Hawaii, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, depression, substance issues, trauma, grief, and related concerns listed on his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses conversational, skills-based work drawing on ACT, CBT, DBT, client-centered methods, and the Gottman Method for relationship work.
How long has he practiced?
He has ten years of experience in counseling and mental health work.
Where is he licensed and located?
He holds LPC licensure in Arizona and LMHC licensure in Hawaii, and his listed location is Arizona.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients as noted in his profile.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.