Alisa Dawn Gardner

Alisa Dawn Gardner, MSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in psychotherapy for adults and geriatric patients. She holds a Master's Degree in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach and is licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. With more than three decades of experience in behavioral health and mental health services, Ms. Gardner has worked across outpatient, hospital, rehabilitation, and behavioral health settings. Her professional background includes providing mental health therapy, clinical supervision, case management, and social work services. At United Psychiatry, she provides psychotherapy and supports patients experiencing a range of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance dependency, addictions, and grief. She utilizes multiple therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, supportive therapy, and trauma therapy. Ms. Gardner also has extensive experience working with patients from diverse sociocultural and ethnic backgrounds. She emphasizes building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a supportive environment where patients can openly address their concerns and work toward improved emotional well-being.