Monica Garcia

I want my clients to know that they don’t have to show up to therapy with everything figured out. I value authenticity, humor, and creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself without fear of judgment. I genuinely enjoy getting to know people, their stories, and the experiences that have shaped who they are today.

I believe our past experiences can help us better understand our current thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships. At the same time, I believe that your past does not have to define your future. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to identify patterns, build insight, and develop practical skills that you can actually use outside of therapy. I will be honest and supportive, and I may challenge you when I think it can help you grow.

Most importantly, I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.

I work with adults from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, chronic stress, and other mental health concerns. I have specialized experience working with individuals living with HIV and supporting transgender and gender-diverse clients in a compassionate, affirming, and nonjudgmental environment.

Her clinical background also includes working with individuals experiencing chronic pain, complex medical concerns, and the emotional and social challenges that can accompany long-term health conditions. Monica provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive care and is passionate about helping clients develop emotional regulation, coping skills, healthier relationships, and greater self-understanding.

For clients who desire it, Monica also incorporates faith and spirituality into counseling. She is comfortable providing faith-informed counseling that honors the client's beliefs, values, and spiritual experiences.

Monica brings humor, authenticity, and genuine curiosity to her therapeutic work. She enjoys getting to know each person and understanding their unique history and experiences. She often explores how past experiences may influence current thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships. Drawing from her clinical training and experience, Monica also incorporates psychoeducation and practical, tangible skills into therapy to help individuals better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and increase their overall effectiveness in their daily lives.

You can expect to leave sessions feeling more compassionate toward yourself, clearer about what matters most to you, and more confident in handling life’s challenges. We’ll work together on skills to manage strong emotions, cope with stress, and make choices that help you live a life that feels true to who you are.