Ericka Gardener Verified Provider

Ericka Gardener is a psychiatric nurse practitioner in West Hartford, Connecticut, and the founder of Flourishing Minds Mental Health LLC.

Her practice offers integrated psychiatric care and therapy oriented services, including medication management.

Ericka takes a nonjudgmental approach to care, blending evidence based modalities with compassionate, client centered support.

CBT and Compassion Focused Therapy

Clients typically begin with a free 15-minute consultation to discuss their concerns, followed by a comprehensive intake to clarify goals and determine whether medication management, therapy or a combination is the best fit.

Sessions are offered in a welcoming environment designed to support clients across a wide range of mental health needs.

Ericka draws from approaches such as CBT, MBCT, Motivational Interviewing and Compassion Focused Therapy.

Clients can expect to address conditions including stress, grief, insomnia, life transitions, substance use and trauma.

Quick Facts

• Location: 846 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, with telehealth available throughout Connecticut
• Services offered: Psychiatric medication management and psychotherapy for individuals
• Who she treats: Children, teens, adults and older adults, including LGBTQ+ affirming care
• Approach: Whole-person, evidence-based care integrating CBT, MBCT and strength based therapy
• Credentials: MSN, APRN, PMHNP, practicing since 2019
• Insurance and fees: Accepts Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Medicaid