Vikki Gardner, LPC, LPCC

Vikki Gardner is a licensed counselor practicing in Michigan and Ohio with 23 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and depression. She holds the credentials LPC and LPCC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - reflecting her training and licensure to provide clinical mental health care.

Vikki works with individuals on issues such as motivation, self-esteem and confidence, as well as more specific concerns like postpartum depression, dissociation, family of origin difficulties, and relationship or communication problems. Her approach recognizes each person as the expert of their own story, and she centers clients strengths when exploring paths for change and healing.

Beginning therapy can take courage, and Vikki affirms that first step while offering practical, evidence-based techniques tailored to each person - whether the focus is mood support, trauma recovery, or improving connection with others. She aims to create a collaborative process that helps clients set meaningful goals and build the skills needed to move forward.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Vikki uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical skills and trauma awareness. One common focus is skills-based coping work that teaches tools for managing stress, anxiety and mood challenges - these strategies help with day-to-day regulation, problem solving, and rebuilding confidence. Another area of emphasis is trauma-informed care, which gently addresses past harm and its present effects while helping clients restore a sense of safety and stability in relationships and daily life. When relationship or communication problems are central, Vikki incorporates approaches that explore patterns, improve communication, and strengthen interpersonal boundaries and connection.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Vikki works collaboratively with each person to identify the techniques that best match their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors interventions over time so therapy remains relevant and effective as goals evolve.

Online therapy with Vikki is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions from home, and access support when it fits into life.