Claudia Garcia
My name is Claudia, and I’ve been working in the helping field for over 14 years. For the past seven years as a therapist, I’ve had the privilege of supporting families, adults, teens, and children through life’s many transitions. I bring a kind, eclectic approach to my work, tailoring therapy to meet each person where they are.
I believe deeply in the connection between the mind and body, and I enjoy incorporating this understanding into my work to support meaningful and lasting change.
My goal is to walk alongside you as you create a meaningful and fulfilling life that aligns with your values.
First session
In our first therapy session, we’ll take time to get to know one another and explore whether we’re a good fit to work together. I focus on understanding your story, your hopes, and what you’d like to gain from therapy. We’ll also identify what’s already working in your life, so we can build from your existing strengths as we move forward together.
Strengths
I strive to approach life and therapy with openness, acceptance, and curiosity. I remain committed to learning and evolving, both personally and professionally. I believe deeply in the connection between the mind and body, and I enjoy incorporating this understanding into my work to support meaningful and lasting change.
Ideal clients
I work best with people who are willing to let me into their world to support them through life's transitions. It is my goal to hold space for people who want to increase their life satisfaction and feel the need for additional support. Throughout my professional journey, I have worked with children, teens, adults and families. This has allowed me to grow and be able facilitate change.
Treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Addressing difficult thoughts and feelings, instead learning to accept support in committing to actions that align with individual values to live a meaningful life
Trauma-Focused CBT
Approach utilized with children and adolescents experiencing trauma by integrating cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-specific skills. My goal is to address memories, develop coping strategies, thoughts, and restore family communication, helping kids feel safe.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Talk therapy to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may contribute to unhealthy patterns.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
With specific Mindfulness CBT training, the goal is to bring nonjudgmental, present-moment awareness to thoughts, feelings, and sensations, helping clients disengage from automatic reactions, manage stress, and improve emotional regulation.
EMDR
As an EMDR trained clinician, I bring my knowledge of trauma and reprocessing into the session. The goal is to help the brain reprocess traumatic or distressing memories to reduce emotional intensity and help the nervous system settle and feel safe.
Location
Virtual sessions