Cindy Garcia, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Cindy Garcia

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Life Transition

Self Esteem Issues

Anger Management

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Cindy Garcia

Hi there, I'm Cindy! Hi there, I'm Cindy, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Orange County. I help people navigate a range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, and depression. Our lives are ever-changing, and with that change often come new challenges. Sometimes we just need a little help finding our way through. I’ve always been interested in how our early experiences shape us and how healing can happen at any point in life. My background in working with children led me to also support the adults in their lives, which deepened my understanding of how past experiences can show up in the present. I believe you're the expert of your own story, and I’m here to help you identify your strengths and move toward the life you want. My approach My therapeutic style is centered around compassion, trust, and flexibility. I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy, tailoring our work to suit your unique needs. Whether you’re working through past trauma or facing new challenges, I’ll help you explore your thoughts and emotions in a grounded, goal-oriented way. We’ll work together to build insight and develop tools you can use beyond the therapy space. My focus I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, trauma, depression, self-esteem issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship difficulties. Many of the individuals I support are working through deeply rooted patterns, often shaped by early experiences or cultural expectations, and are seeking a space to better understand themselves. Whether you’re processing a recent event or exploring long-standing struggles, I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive space where you can begin to heal, grow, and move toward the life you want to live. My communication style Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and supportive.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Jose

Education and training

California State University, Dominguez Hills, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1902569460

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What practice does Cindy Garcia work with?

Cindy Garcia works with Rula Health - San Jose.

What are common reasons for patients to see Cindy Garcia?

Cindy Garcia frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Cindy Garcia on their profile.