About Dr. Todd Giardina

Dr. Todd Giardina is a licensed psychologist. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he has worked in medical settings, private practice, and in various consultative roles. He attended University of Texas at Austin for his undergraduate degree, and obtained his PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University at Buffalo, SUNY.  His clinical skill areas range from end of life care and grief work, to healthy behavior coaching and adjustment to life events, including affairs and miscarriage. He has worked as a pain management psychologist, as well as a group and couples counselor. He has been an adjunct professor and aided in disability determinations. He has been an invited speaker to varied organizations, and frequently contributes to blogs and podcasts.

He is married and has been in this relationship for over 30 years. He is father to two fur babies, and one adorable little girl. He enjoys eating, cooking, and eating... as well as traveling and exercising.

“I don’t talk to you, I talk with you. This is just a conversation. But it is one that will change your life. I will help you unlock your potential to be your best self!”

Disclaimer: Privacy and confidentiality standards of therapy do not allow the Doctor to admit that he has treated a particular person. But here are some quotes from anonymous patients that describe Dr. Giardina:

-"You're different than all the other therapists I've seen...and I've seen a lot"

-"I like that you swear and curse...you talk like me"

-"You give homework and that helps me remember what we talked about and holds me accountable"

-"I like that you don't just mmmhmmm the whole time...you talk and give feedback"

-"You seem 'real' and not like fake or like a cold, doctor type"

-"I didn't think I'd feel comfortable talking with a man, but this has really been great"

-“Thank you for honestly being such a great guide to self awareness your work does wonders!”

-“Things are great with us. We really owe it all to you. You saved us and helped us better ourselves and our relationship. ...Our lines of communication have never been better. We haven't fought or argued at all. THANK YOU for everything.When people ask us how we did it we always tell them it was thanks to our psychologist You deserve a medal lol.”

-“You make it so easy to talk. These topics should be really uncomfortable but you make it easy to open up and understand without it feeling weird.”

-“I wanted to speak with you because you work with women. And I was telling someone that you really get it, you understand women. But then I get the male perspective too...so it’s a nice two for one bonus!”

Click to learn more about why and how Dr. G  works with female patients (almost exclusively).

-The comment most often heard as to why his patients chose and continue to work with Dr. G:

He gives Practical, personalized solutions to problems!

And regarding his speaking engagements:

-"You're funny...it's like psychology stand-up"

-"It felt like you were talking just to me"