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Sophia Johnson-Gardiner

Therapist
16 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am committed to affirming each client’s strengths while challenging them to build capacity as they navigate life's challenges. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. My work is grounded in the belief that everyone has the resilience and inner resources needed to navigate change—and that, with the right support, those resources can flourish.

My approach to therapy

I draw upon a blend of evidence-based modalities tailored to each person’s unique needs:

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy: Helping you identify and amplify what’s already working in your life.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT): Challenging unhelpful thoughts and building healthier thinking patterns.

Trauma-Informed Care: promoting safety, choice, and empowerment at every step

Cultural & Spiritual Sensitivity: Honoring your background, beliefs, and values as vital parts of your healing journey

What you can expect from me

The first session is to discover what you have been doing well, what has worked for you in the past, explore your strengths and skills. We will discover together what your goals are and plan for future sessions.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    16 years of experience
  • Training
    MSEd (Master of Science in Education) at St. Bonaventure University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English