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Garrison Draves

LCSW

Garrison Draves , LCSW

Therapist in Arizona

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About Garrison

Garrison Draves is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Arizona with seven years of professional experience. As an LCSW he holds advanced training in clinical social work and therapeutic practice, and he draws on that background to support people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family conflict, depression, trauma, and intimacy-related concerns. He also works with clients on anger, self-esteem, career transitions, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and related challenges such as communication problems, substance use, guilt and shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose.

Garrison approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can be mobilized to address difficult circumstances. He emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients identify practical steps and build on existing resources to create meaningful change. Seeking a more fulfilling life takes courage, and he aims to provide steady support and encouragement as clients take those first steps toward goals they find important.

His work with individuals includes attention to issues common to men, young adults, veterans and members of the armed forces, and people navigating workplace or seasonal mood concerns. Garrison blends structured, evidence-informed techniques with a compassionate, strengths-focused stance to help clients move toward greater clarity and functioning.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, and mood difficulties. CBT is practical and skill-focused, often including exercises to practice between sessions.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation for change. It is useful for challenges like substance use, addictions, and making meaningful life changes by exploring values and personal goals.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes setting clear, achievable goals and identifying steps that lead toward them. This approach is action-oriented and often works well for relationship, family, career, and coping-with-change concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Garrison works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they may try different techniques and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access regular support around work, family, or geographic limitations. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide consistent care and practical tools that fit into a client’s daily life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Garrison Draves have?

Garrison Draves has seven years of professional experience.

Is Garrison Draves a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which denotes a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details include WI LCSW 9732 - 123 and AZ LCSW LCSW-22872.

In which languages does Garrison Draves provide therapy?

Garrison Draves provides therapy in English.

Where is Garrison Draves located?

Garrison Draves is located in Arizona.

How can I work with Garrison Draves as my therapist?

You can work with Garrison Draves through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Garrison Draves work with international clients?

Garrison Draves does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Garrison Draves cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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

Licensed

Wisconsin, Arizona

Languages

English

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