- Stress and anxiety
- LGBTQ concerns
- Social anxiety
About Garrick
Dr. Garrick "Keilan" Rickard is a Tennessee Psychologist (TN Psychologist 3748) and a Georgia Psychologist (GA Psychologist PSY004674) with 12 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ concerns, relationship issues, grief, and depression. He also focuses on body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, and social anxiety and phobia.
Dr. Rickard helps people talk through what feels overwhelming. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps to reduce intense reactions and improve daily routines. He aims to make discussions straightforward and focused on what the person wants to change.
Over a dozen years in practice have included work with people facing panic attacks, isolation, and life transitions such as divorce and midlife questioning. He supports people managing guilt, shame, and struggles with sexuality and self-love. That background shapes how he prioritizes immediate, manageable goals in early sessions.
Dr. Rickard uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety and mood concerns. He works collaboratively to set goals and to try methods that match a person’s needs and comfort level. Progress is tracked in simple ways so people can see what helps and what to adjust.
He offers sessions from Tennessee and holds his licenses in Georgia and Tennessee. Sessions are conducted in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the online options button.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Dr. Rickard works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear actions and measurable change. One common approach is behavioral work that breaks down anxious moments into manageable steps and practices simple skills to reduce panic and avoidance. This can help with social anxiety and phobic reactions by rehearsing responses and adjusting behaviors over time.Another frequently used method is problem-focused therapy that looks at specific relationship patterns and communication habits. This approach helps people try new ways of speaking and responding, then review what worked in later sessions. Both methods are practical and aim to produce small, repeatable changes that add up.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, try techniques that fit those goals, and adjust based on what feels useful. That means the plan can change if a method isn’t helping or if priorities shift.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week and can reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions that don’t require being on camera, depending on what is offered and what helps the person keep therapy consistent.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, and depression. He also addresses social anxiety and phobia along with related issues like panic and isolation.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on clear, practical steps. Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional work experience supporting people with anxiety, mood concerns, and relationship issues.
What are his credentials and location?
He is listed as TN Psychologist 3748 and GA Psychologist PSY004674 and practices from Tennessee.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing appears during the booking process.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.