Martha Hurtado-Garcia
Hello! My name is Martha Hurtado-Garcia and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and perinatal mood disorders. My goal is to provide a safe and compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work toward healing and growth. I am currently pursuing certification in perinatal mental health to deepen my ability to serve parents and families during such an important stage of life. I am also Brainspotting trained and have been incorporating this into my practice regularly. At the heart of my practice is a genuine love for helping others. I strive to meet my clients where they are, empowering them to define their own goals while walking alongside them with compassion and respect.
I am currently pursuing certification in perinatal mental health to deepen my ability to serve parents and families during such an important stage of life.
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First session
In our first session, we’ll take some time to get to know each other and make sure you feel comfortable in the space. We’ll talk about what brought you to therapy and what you hope to get out of it, as well as what you can expect from me along the way. It’s really about starting a conversation, exploring your goals, and making sure we’re on the same page about how we can work together.
Strengths
My greatest strengths as a therapist are my empathy and the importance I place on building a strong therapeutic relationship. Clients often share that they value how open and honest they can be with me, which helps create a safe and supportive space for meaningful growth and healing.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is open to self-exploration and willing to engage in the process of personal growth, even if they feel uncertain or overwhelmed. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or navigating significant life transitions, whether in adolescence or adulthood. I believe meaningful change is possible at any stage of life, and I strive to help clients gain insight, strengthen their sense of self, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I used CBT therapy when providing education to client's on the connections between our thoughts, feelings, and behavior. This can be very beneficial when managing anxiety, panic disorders and depression.
Motivational Interviewing
My work includes Motivational Interviewing to help client's identify challenges or why they want to make changes as opposed to feeling like they "need to."
Brainspotting
I recently introduced Brainspotting into my practice to help clients work on self-regulation.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 131045