About Samantha Garcia
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Coaching
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Samantha Garcia
Samantha Garcia is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating complex challenges, including neurodevelopmental differences and institutional trauma. Her practice is rooted in a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed approach and specializes in helping both caregivers and couples facing unique relational dynamics shaped by neurodivergence.
Samantha also works with couples in which one or both partners are neurodivergent. She helps partners navigate differences in communication, processing, sensory needs, and emotional connection, often in the context of long-standing misunderstandings or missed diagnoses. Her work supports each partner’s sense of safety and dignity while fostering clearer understanding and relational repair.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Samantha works extensively with parents, particularly professionals, who are raising autistic children while balancing high-responsibility roles in their careers. Many of these caregivers feel competent in their professional identities yet overwhelmed or isolated in their role at home. She understands the emotional toll of advocating within systems that are often unresponsive or even harmful, and how chronic stress, guilt, and burnout can reshape relationships and one’s sense of self.
Samantha offers a compassionate and grounded space for processing complex emotions, building resilience, and fostering sustainable change, whether you’re navigating caregiving, relational stress, or the long shadow of systemic harm.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Samantha Garcia begins with an initial intake assessment, where she gathers information about the patient’s history, current concerns, and goals for therapy. This first appointment typically lasts one hour.
Following the intake, Samantha engages in a focused evaluation and collaborative treatment planning process. Depending on the complexity of the concerns, this may occur over one to two extended sessions, or across multiple shorter sessions, until a clear, shared understanding of the challenges and priorities is established.
Once the treatment plan is agreed upon, sessions are guided by that plan while remaining flexible and responsive to the patient’s evolving needs. Samantha ensures that each step is collaborative, paced with the patient’s comfort in mind, and informed by neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-aware principles.
Samantha Garcia upholds the highest standards of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional ethics. All information shared in session is protected and treated with respect and discretion. She understands that some individuals, particularly professionals and public-facing clients, may have additional privacy concerns. Samantha is open to reviewing and signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) upon request to provide added assurance of confidentiality.
Samantha Garcia, LCSW, LMSW is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $250 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $225 for 55 minutes
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Arizona State University Tempe Campus, Master's in Social Work
- Spring Arbor University (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers
- National Association of Social Workers, California
NPI number
1760041206
How soon can I make an appointment with Samantha Garcia?
Generally, Samantha Garcia has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Samantha Garcia's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Samantha Garcia accepting new patients?
Samantha Garcia generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Samantha Garcia's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Samantha Garcia accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Samantha Garcia online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Samantha Garcia using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Samantha Garcia work with?
Samantha Garcia works with Samantha Garcia, LCSW, LMSW-C.
What are common reasons for patients to see Samantha Garcia?
Samantha Garcia frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Samantha Garcia on their profile.
What languages does Samantha Garcia speak?
Samantha Garcia speaks English.