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Gia Santiago

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Finding the right therapist is a deeply personal decision, and I'm glad you're here. I work with individuals and families navigating emotional, behavioral, social, and developmental challenges, and I strive to create a space where you feel genuinely understood — no judgment, just support.

My approach to therapy

I have a special interest in maternal mental health, working with women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition into motherhood. Becoming a first-time mom myself has deepened my appreciation for how complex and disorienting this season can be, and how much it helps to have someone who truly gets it. I also bring a thoughtful, strengths-based lens to working with neurodivergent individuals, recognizing and building on the unique ways each person's mind works rather than trying to fit them into a standard mold.

My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to you. I draw on evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), with a strong focus on skills you can actually use in everyday life — not just insight, but real tools for real moments.

What you can expect from me

In our first session together, my goal is to get to know you and understand the bigger picture: what brought you here, what your life looks like right now, and the experiences shaping what you're working through. No two people are alike, and the more I understand your story, the better we can figure out together what will actually help.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Holistic, Direct, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Georgia
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Panic disorders, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Children
  • Languages
    English