Fernando Garcia, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Fernando Garcia

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Alcoholism

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Anger Management

Life Transition

Adoption Counseling

Anxiety

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Coaching

EMDR

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Existential

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Fernando Garcia

Hi there, I'm Fernando! Dr. Fernando Garcia III, EdD, LMFT. I'm a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a doctorate in Sports and Performance Psychology from the University of Western States. I also hold a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt. I have extensive experience working with trauma and complex trauma disorders, as well as performance issues. My approach I use components of DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic interventions. My focus I have experience working with clients ranging from children to older adults (65+), but I now typically work with clients ages 12 and up. I’m most comfortable treating conditions involving anxiety or depressive symptoms, lack of motivation, history of trauma, or performance issues related to school, sports, work, and more. My communication style My tone has been described as soft and gentle, but also direct. It is extremely important to me that clients feel safe and unjudged; however, I also remain direct in keeping treatment focused on the goals. My journey to therapy Healthcare has always been a top priority for me since I was a kid. Being an athlete, I valued staying physically fit, but it wasn’t until my first Intro to Psychology course that I realized how much mental health specifically attracted me. I noticed a desperate need for more mental health services within my community. I want to continue promoting physical and mental health and fitness for my community and design an approach effective for a wide range of people. My goals for you I will guide you through questions that help organize the details about what brings you to therapy, explore your expectations and goals, and review the treatment plan for future sessions (weekly, every two weeks, etc.). My first session with you You can expect your concerns to be heard and validated. I will guide you through the process and establish a safe and productive environment.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Teen Violence

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

University of Western States, EdD in Sports and Performance Psychology
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1598243883

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Fernando Garcia work with?

Fernando Garcia works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Fernando Garcia?

Fernando 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 Fernando Garcia on their profile.

What languages does Fernando Garcia speak?

Fernando Garcia speaks English.

How do patients rate Fernando Garcia in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Fernando Garcia. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.