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Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard

Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard, LCSW

Therapist in California

Rebuilding confidence through practical, steady work

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20 years of experience listed

LCSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Stress and anxiety help
  • Trauma and recovery
  • Practical confidence skills

About &

Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard welcomes people who are looking to build confidence and steady their sense of self. She supports those feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, anger, or the aftereffects of trauma and abuse. Her style is direct and warm, focused on practical steps clients can try between sessions.

She holds a LCSW, which is a licensed clinical social worker credential. With 20 years of experience in California, she has worked with many people facing life changes and mood concerns. She frames work around clients' real goals, whether that means managing everyday worry or rebuilding self-esteem after difficult events.

Sessions focus on clear conversations and tailored plans. She listens for what matters most and suggests strategies that fit each person’s life. Expect straightforward talk, goal setting, and practice you can use outside the session.

Her additional focus areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and phobia, and women’s issues. These topics often overlap with self-esteem and motivation work, and she draws on that experience when relevant.

Clients who reach out complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule appointments based on availability. The approach emphasizes collaboration and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Approaches that build confidence and manage stress

Many effective therapies use structured, goal-focused techniques that help people change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Cognitive approaches look at thinking patterns and teach tools to shift negative self-talk and reduce worry, which can help with anxiety and low self-esteem.

Trauma-informed methods focus on safety and gradual processing of difficult memories or reactions. These approaches break problems into manageable steps, helping people rebuild a sense of control after abuse or frightening events.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose techniques that fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That process can include trying a method for a few sessions and adjusting based on how things feel and what progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Discussing practical matters like timing, camera use, and session length helps match therapy to everyday routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, guilt and shame, and mood disorders.

What is her general approach to therapy?

Her approach centers on honest conversation and practical strategies. She tailors the plan to each person and suggests skills to practice between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

She has 20 years of professional experience working in California with a range of stress and trauma related concerns.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is a LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker, and practices in California.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved to begin therapy?

To get started, select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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