About Richard De La Garza
Focus areas
Behavioral Therapy
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Self Esteem Issues
Bullying
Racism Issues
Suicidal Tendencies
Men's Mental Health Issues
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Narrative
EMDR
Person-Centered
Integrative
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Richard De La Garza
Richard De La Garza is a licensed clinical social worker. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree from San Jose State University and a Master's degree in Public Administration from Columbia University, and he is currently in pursuit of a Doctorate in Philosophy of Leadership from the University of San Diego. His research intersects multicultural facets of underrepresented first-generation, non-traditional, veteran, and disabled persons and is committed to social justice and culturally competent care.
His experience includes working in a variety of settings including the US Army, as a direct commissioned officer for active-duty servicemen. Richard has provided consultation for a non-profit board of directors, case management for a community mental health clinic, and facilitated government partnerships across the military and Palo Alto VA. Richard aligns with a holistic therapeutic approach that is person-centered, psychodynamic, narrative, cognitive behavioral, solution-oriented, integrative systems, and storytelling. Richard's leadership style reflects traits like being bilingual, amiable, and tenacious. Richard strives to expand self-awareness to recognize everyone should be a learner who is capable of growth and redemption. Richard is also trained to provide EMDR therapy.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Initially, the first session is an intake process where I will be collecting information about your background, current life situation, and goals. It is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about me and my approach. Consent, limits of confidentiality, and cancellation policy will also be discussed. Otherwise, I pay close attention to what is meaningful now to increase self-awareness, reframe the past and create a future.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Columbia University, Master's in Social Work
- Columbia University, Master's in Public Administration
- San Jose State University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1023451069
How soon can I make an appointment with Richard De La Garza?
Generally, Richard De La Garza has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Richard De La Garza's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Richard De La Garza accepting new patients?
Richard De La Garza generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Richard De La Garza's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Richard De La Garza accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Richard De La Garza online?
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What practice does Richard De La Garza work with?
Richard De La Garza works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Richard De La Garza?
Richard De La Garza frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, 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.