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- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Works in English and Portuguese
About Garry
ME Psychologist Garry Wickerd has four years of experience working with adults in Maine. He focuses on stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese. Garry uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work.
Garry typically helps people who are dealing with mood problems and anxiety-related concerns. He also supports those managing chronic pain or illness and people thinking about life purpose or young adult challenges. He aims to help clients develop clearer values and practical skills for day-to-day life.
In session he blends ACT and CBT approaches. ACT work looks at values and accepting difficult thoughts so clients can act in line with what matters. CBT work examines patterns of thinking and behavior and builds concrete skills for reducing symptoms and improving coping.
Garry’s background is grounded in four years of clinical practice in Maine as a ME Psychologist. He offers sessions in English and Portuguese, and does not work with international clients at this time. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
To start, a person selects the See online therapy options button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules a first session. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking.
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How ACT and CBT shape online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying what matters to a person and learning to act in line with those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It often helps with low motivation, anxiety, and decisions about life purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches specific skills to reduce symptoms and change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and social phobia.Finding the best approach is collaborative. Garry will work with each person to see whether ACT, CBT, or a mix fits their goals and preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted as needs and priorities become clearer, with practical exercises and check-ins to track progress.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit care into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules require. They also let a person try different session rhythms or homework-focused work that supports ACT and CBT techniques without needing extra travel.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English, Portuguese
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD, plus related areas such as chronic pain, mood disorders, panic, social anxiety, and young adult issues.
What therapy approaches does he use?
His main approaches are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He combines values-based work with skill-building for thought and behavior patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working as a clinician in Maine.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed as ME Psychologist PS1756 and practices in Maine.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
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 priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.