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Richard De La Garza, LCSW

Richard De La Garza, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
4.58
“Tuve una buena experiencia me fue fácil hablar de mis problemas me sentí segura y me di cuenta que el estuvo interesado escuchándome y tratando de como poder ayudarme para ser una persona que quiera seguir con su vida. Y tratando de ver de otro punto mi vida.”

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Overall rating

4.58

Average wait time

3.00

Bedside manner

3.00
“Tuve una buena experiencia me fue fácil hablar de mis problemas me sentí segura y me di cuenta que el estuvo interesado escuchándome y tratando de como poder ayudarme para ser una persona que quiera seguir con su vida. Y tratando de ver de otro punto mi vida.”
More than 1 year ago

About Richard De La Garza

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Men's Mental Health Issues
Anger Management
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Anxiety

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Compassion Focused
EMDR
Culturally Sensitive
Integrative

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Richard De La Garza

As an undergraduate student at San Jose State University (SJSU), I had the opportunity to conduct doctoral-level research closely guided by faculty mentorship. His guidance integrated my sense of identity, culture, and history. My faculty advisor was an African American professor who teaches history featuring people of color. This unique research project was part of the Ronald McNair Scholar Fellow Program. Together, our research focused on Cesar Chavez, a civil rights leader. His life story attracted me largely because he shares a common culture and language as a Mexican-American. Most significantly, learning from my teacher about someone important in society was transformative. Chavez's life story was a turning point. At this point in my life, I was preparing to start graduate school. Thankfully, Chavez ignited a sense of direction toward social change. In hindsight, the struggles farmworker families and immigrants faced mirrored the realities of my own community's issues of poverty and crime. Above all, Chavez inspired me to think differently about how powerful systems in society exploit the most vulnerable people day to day. Building on this foundation, I earned my Master's in Social Work from Columbia University, further equipping me to address social injustices and advocate for marginalized communities.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

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Education and training

  • Columbia University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1023451069

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4.58
Wait time
3.00
Bedside manner
3.00
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Tuve una buena experiencia me fue fácil hablar de mis problemas me sentí segura y me di cuenta que el estuvo interesado escuchándome y tratando de como poder ayudarme para ser una persona que quiera seguir con su vida. Y tratando de ver de otro punto mi vida.
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Richard De La Garza frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Richard De La Garza on their profile.

What languages does Richard De La Garza speak?

Richard De La Garza speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Richard De La Garza in reviews?

12 patients have reviewed Richard De La Garza. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.58/5. They have a 3/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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