- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- Young adult issues
About Garry
Garry Wickerd is a ME Psychologist (PS1756) licensed in Maine with four years of professional experience. He works with people who are stressed, anxious, or facing depression, and he helps with self-esteem, motivation, ADHD, and the practical strains of life changes. He also focuses on chronic pain or illness, mood and panic disorders, social anxiety, and issues young adults commonly face.
Garry uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in sessions. He explains ideas plainly and focuses on practical steps that can be used between meetings. Sessions look at what matters to the person and teach skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings.
He often helps clients break down immediate problems into small, manageable actions. That can mean building a daily routine, practicing simple behavioral experiments, or learning ways to respond differently to anxiety. Therapy is collaborative – Garry and the client set goals together and track progress over time.
Garry speaks English and Portuguese, and he works with adults dealing with early adult pressures like leaving home, starting work, or feeling behind peers. He notes that sessions can address the interaction between physical illness and mood, and he can support people taking steps toward clearer priorities and better coping.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and pricing varies by location.
How ACT and CBT are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and learning small, practical moves that align with those values. It helps when worry or low mood get in the way of doing things that matter. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches tools to test and shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is often useful for anxiety, panic symptoms, and low mood.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust based on what the client finds useful. This is a collaborative process where both therapist and client decide which methods to use and how to pace sessions.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into school, work, or busy days. They can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make scheduling around shifts or classes simpler. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT and CBT tools to work in remote sessions and focus on practical skills that transfer into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, and life changes, plus chronic pain and panic symptoms.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focusing on practical steps and values-based choices.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional counseling experience working with adults on mood and adjustment concerns.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a ME Psychologist (PS1756) licensed in Maine and practices with that credential.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and cost varies by location.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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