- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Life purpose support
About &
Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard is a California-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 20 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Her practice also addresses caregiver stress, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, mood concerns, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and women's issues.
She focuses on clear, practical conversations about what’s happening now and what a person wants to change. Sessions are straightforward and aim to identify small steps that fit into day-to-day life. She adapts the pace to each person’s comfort level and priorities.
Over two decades in practice has included helping people regain steadiness after upheaval and sort out goals after big shifts in work, relationships, or health. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and rebuild coping skills. Topics often include managing anger, easing social anxiety, and improving self-esteem.
People can expect direct discussion of patterns that keep them stuck, with attention to practical skills and behavioral changes. She helps clients notice responses to stress and practice alternatives that reduce overwhelm. Conversations can also turn to meaning and life purpose when that feels important.
To begin, visitors are asked to use the site’s online process to describe their situation and schedule a first session. The therapist works in English and practices in California.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Dr. & Mrs. Alicia Millard draws on well-studied, evidence-based techniques to address stress and trauma. One common approach she uses focuses on developing coping skills and behavioral strategies. This helps with managing anxiety, mood shifts, and day-to-day overwhelm by teaching practical tools people can try between sessions.Another approach emphasizes working through trauma-related reactions in small, paced steps while building tolerance for strong emotions. This supports people dealing with post-traumatic stress, anger, or the impacts of past abuse by helping them notice triggers and practice alternative responses.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to identify goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. That collaborative process guides whether more skills practice or trauma-focused work is the best next step.
Confirm the specific session formats available before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and avoid travel time, which can help keep progress consistent without changing daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as caregiver stress and life purpose.
How would she approach feeling stuck?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques to identify patterns and build skills. Conversations focus on small, concrete steps a person can try between sessions.
How much experience does she bring?
She has 20 years of professional work experience helping adults with mood, stress, trauma-related concerns, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a California LCSW and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Do international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your initial session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.