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Garland Nichols, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Garland is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Garland. View 32 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in District of Columbia

Recent reviews

Some people were born to do certain things.He's absolutely amazing at his job

Reviewed September 2024

Great; 5 stars across the board; no complaints.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Garland

  • 3 years' experience
  • Male
  • LICSW

My name is Garland Nichols and I am a Clinical Social Worker, licensed in Washington, D.C. I have been practicing Clinical Social Work for 3 years, and have 4 years prior experience in Child Welfare and Social Services. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, grief, loss, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, and other unsettling emotions.

My goals when working with clients are to:

1) Create a safe and open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment

2) Assist you with identifying or enhancing coping skills and current supports to promote wellbeing outside of sessions

If you have come seeking help and change, I would be happy to be a part of your process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Compassion fatigue ADHD Adoption and foster care Blended family issues Body image Codependency Communication problems Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Family problems Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Garland Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790323293.

  • LICSW · District of Columbia · LC200001820 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Garland Nichols

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

32 reviews

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Some people were born to do certain things.He's absolutely amazing at his job

Reviewed September 2024

Great; 5 stars across the board; no complaints.

Reviewed September 2024

Garland is a very understanding and caring therapist.

Reviewed September 2024

Highly recommend.

Reviewed August 2024

Easy to talk to and connect with. Very helpful to work with.

Reviewed June 2024

Garland has been immensely helpful to me in refraining my perspective about some really difficult events and losses. He is warm, kind, encouraging, and asks great questions.

Reviewed April 2024

Mr. Nichols has a very precise way of understanding your mental health needs, and providing a solution. He is very patient and intently listens, and knows the best questions to ask before he provides recommendations. He's highly intelligent and wise. I'm very grateful to have been matched with him.

Reviewed April 2024

I have never felt as safe and able to express my emotions as I have these past few weeks with Garland. He is incredible. He’s a great listener when that’s what I need and knows when to switch into solution mode. He has helped me start to sort through things I have never been able to start to process before. He also has a level of compassion that is rare.

Reviewed February 2024

He is a amazing and a good listener

Reviewed February 2024

Garland is wonderful. He is so easy to talk. In just a few sessions, I feel we have a great therapeutic relationship. He is sharp, focused, he listens and he is kind. We have done some really good exercises together that are already helping me. Garland rocks. He is the most genuine and competent therapist o have ever worked with.

Reviewed February 2024

Excellent therapist, always positive and hopeful.

Reviewed January 2024

Garland is a phenomenal therapist. He really listens to the issues you are having and provides unique insights.

Reviewed January 2024

Garland is thoughtful and empathetic, and he offered a wide range of insight and practices that were effective in helping me manage anxiety and stress.

Reviewed January 2024

I’ve seen Garland for about a year and he’s been invaluable in thinking through the various challenges I’m going through, and how I can best navigate them. Very personable and easy to relate to.

Reviewed January 2024

Garland has been a true pleasure to work with. He balances between listening and giving actionable feedback very well. I look forward to our sessions and always leave them with a sense of progress.

Reviewed January 2024

His insight is very well thought out. He also knows how to ask the right questions and provides such a profound response. I'm very happy to have been matched with such a professional expert!

Reviewed January 2024

Very attentive, and problem solving. Gives good advice and makes me feel understood & heard

Reviewed December 2023

Great therapist! Garland was very helpful in navigating several challenges in a courteous and respectful manner.

Reviewed December 2023

He is excellent

Reviewed November 2023

Garland is helpful, understanding, inciteful, and creative in his approach to helping me. I've found lots of ways to better process my emotions and deal with the things life throws at me.

Reviewed September 2023

Garland has helped me make progress with my grief and mental health that I didn’t think was possible. He’s incredibly skilled at providing new perspectives and has continuously made me feel heard, seen, and understood while pushing me to consider other possibilities and find courses of action. Garland is incredibly talented in his work while providing real and meaningful human connection. I can’t recommend him enough.

Reviewed September 2023

Garland Nichols is the perfect match for my needs!

Reviewed August 2023

Great, positive, supportive therapist!

Reviewed July 2023

Garland is a great listener, is great at connecting the various dots in your life, and offers great guidance and support. He has been open to trying new and different ways of approaching therapy and is super flexible. Most importantly, he's insightful and makes me forget that I'm talking to a licensed therapist but rather, another human who simply cares.

Reviewed June 2023

Garland hit the ground running and made my first therapist experience very welcoming. He also cut through the basics in a very natural way and I look forward to working more with him. I’m already seeing an improvement in my thinking and behavior.

Reviewed May 2023

Awesome

Reviewed May 2023

Garland has been a tremendous resource for me in a time of crisis and continuing now during calmer weather. I greatly appreciate how he listens and grasps my challenges and encourages me.

Reviewed March 2023

I really appreciated my time with Garland Nichols. He was a great listener and offered some excellent advice. I could tell that he is invested in his work and cared greatly about those he works with. I would definitely recommend him to anyone!

Reviewed February 2023

Garland is a thoughtful listener and helpful therapist. I enjoyed our sessions.

Reviewed December 2022

Mr Nichols has treated me like an old friend and not a client his advice has helped me understand how to combat challenging thoughts

Reviewed December 2022

He was attentive and helpful. Listened and gave good guidance and useful homework to do.

Reviewed November 2022

Garland, is pleasant, understanding, and a great listener. All the green flags needed when navigating this process. I am truly grateful I switched to his presence.

Reviewed September 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Garland Nichols offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Garland Nichols works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Garland Nichols speak?

Garland Nichols speaks English.

How many years of experience does Garland Nichols have?

Garland Nichols has 3 years of experience.

Where is Garland Nichols licensed to practice?

Garland Nichols is licensed to practice in District of Columbia.

Does Garland Nichols accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Garland Nichols does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Garland Nichols offer?

Garland Nichols offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Garland Nichols?

Garland Nichols can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Garland Nichols?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.