Beverly Gardner

With over 33 years of experience in the mental health and higher education field, I'm (known to many as "Dr. Bev") have dedicated my career to supporting individuals navigating the complexities of mental illness. Based in Missouri, I combine extensive clinical expertise with a deep-rooted passion for education and leadership. Clinical Expertise & Professional Impact Currently, I serve as an Outpatient Therapist. My approach is grounded in decades of frontline experience, helping clients find resilience and clarity. In early 2026, she expanded her reach by launching her private virtual therapy practice, "It's Okay Servivrd," a title that reflects her philosophy of meeting individuals exactly where they are with empathy and authenticity. Academic Leadership Beyond the therapy room, I am a seasoned educator who has spent more than 15 years shaping the next generation of professionals in higher education. Since 2012, she has served as an Associate Faculty member at the University of Arizona Global Campus. My academic background is as robust as her clinical practice: Doctorate (Ed.D.): Instructional Leadership in Higher Education Master’s Degree: Community Counseling Bachelor’s Degree: Psychology Personal Philosophy When I'm not teaching or working with clients, I find balance through simple joys: getting lost in a good book, going on nature walks, or catching up on crime-scene dramas. Above all, I cherish my role as a grandmother-"MiMi". Whether in the classroom or a clinical setting, I remain committed to the idea that healing is a journey, and that support should be accessible, grounded, and deeply human.