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Garrison Draves

Garrison Draves

LCSW

Arizona

Practical, goal-focused therapy for work and life challenges

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Profile summary

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Wisconsin · 9732 - 123; LCSW, Arizona · LCSW-22872
NPI
1568017986
Experience
7 years
Languages
English
Location
Arizona

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Strengths based
  • Goal oriented
  • Action focused

About Garrison

Garrison Draves is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on practical, goal-oriented therapy. He brings seven years of experience to sessions and centers work on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. Garrison emphasizes strengths and collaboration in the room.

He uses straightforward methods to address addictions, relationship and family difficulties, and problems with intimacy and anger. Conversations tend to focus on what is happening now and on steps a person can try between sessions. He encourages people to notice small changes that add up over time.

Garrison also supports clients dealing with work-related strain, career decisions, and compassion fatigue. He works with issues like communication problems, loneliness, guilt and shame, and mood differences including seasonal patterns. He pays attention to practical effects on day-to-day life and routines.

His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to shape clear goals and manageable steps. Sessions aim to clarify priorities, build motivation for change, and test small solutions that fit a person's schedule. Garrison frames therapy as a partnership where the client's perspective guides the plan.

Clients can expect direct feedback and simple tools to practice between meetings. He frames progress as steady, measurable shifts rather than all-or-nothing change. People who are looking to address workplace stress, addictions, relationships, or general low mood may find this practical style helpful.

How cognitive and solution-focused methods work online

Garrison uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT breaks problems into manageable pieces and helps a person try concrete experiments to see what works. Motivational Interviewing is used to build personal motivation for change by exploring values and resolving mixed feelings. This approach is useful for addictions, career shifts, and behavior change. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for existing strengths and past successes to create short-term, practical goals that fit into everyday life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, and together they will try methods that match those needs. If one approach isn't working well, the plan can be adjusted so sessions stay useful and relevant.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family obligations, reduce commuting time, and allow brief check-ins when schedules are tight. It also makes it simpler to continue care during life transitions or while managing workplace demands. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and progress tracking to suit a client's routine and goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Wisconsin, Arizona

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, career and workplace issues, and coping with life changes.

What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?

Sessions are practical and goal-focused, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear steps and build motivation for change.

How much experience does this therapist have?

He has seven years of professional experience working with people on stress, addictions, relationship and family challenges, and related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

He holds the LCSW credential and practices from Arizona.

Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not accepted at this time.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

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