Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard, LCSW

Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard is a California-licensed LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and the challenges of life transitions. She brings specific training in EMDR, an evidence-based therapy for processing traumatic memories, alongside a broad focus on building self-esteem, confidence, motivation, and practical coping skills.

Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion; she adapts conversation and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances and goals. Whether addressing caregiver stress, communication difficulties, guilt and shame, or questions about life purpose and mood, she works to tailor interventions to what will be most helpful for the individual.

Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard values collaboration and recognizes the courage involved in seeking help. She aims to create an environment where clients can explore healing and growth at a pace that suits them, with treatment guided by proven techniques and a focus on realistic strategies for daily life.

Trauma-Informed and Skills-Based Care Delivered Online

Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard offers evidence-based approaches tailored for remote work, including EMDR - a structured therapy that helps people process and reduce the emotional impact of traumatic memories, often used for post-traumatic stress and complex trauma. She also uses trauma-informed methods that focus on safety, stabilization, and gradual processing to address abuse-related issues and persistent anxiety. Additionally, she integrates skills-based coping strategies that teach emotion regulation, stress management, and practical communication techniques to improve daily functioning and self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard partners with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so the therapy matches what works best for them.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options allow clients to receive consistent support around work and family schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change.