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Jose Garcia-Mercado

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Physical health issues, Chronic conditions
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m Jose Garcia, a licensed therapist (LICSW, CCM) with over a decade of experience helping adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, substance use, and life transitions. I provide a supportive, culturally sensitive, and bilingual environment to help clients feel understood and empowered to grow.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative and solution-focused, combining techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I believe in creating a space where clients feel heard and respected while we work together to build coping skills, emotional balance, and personal resilience.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a welcoming, non-judgmental space where they can explore their concerns openly. Together, we’ll create actionable steps to address challenges, build emotional well-being, and foster healthier relationships. My goal is for every session to leave clients feeling more empowered and equipped to navigate life’s difficulties.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Latinx, Man
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras Campus
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Connecticut), LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Point32 Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Physical health issues, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD, Diabetes
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English, Spanish