Sheila Garcia, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Sheila Garcia

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Coping Mechanism Development

Self Esteem Issues

Childhood Trauma

Peer Relationship Struggles

Stress

Codependency

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Brainspotting

Compassion Focused

Coaching

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sheila Garcia

Hi there, I'm Sheila! I'm proud of you for taking the first step! As a first-gen mujer and eldest daughter of immigrants with indigenous roots, I understand forming your identity while honoring your roots. You deserve a fulfilling life where you express emotions, unlearn unhealthy patterns, and love all pieces of you. My focus I support women experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and navigating everyday life stressors. I provide a compassionate, culturally affirming, and non-judgmental space for you to learn more about yourself, to slow down, to feel your feelings, and heal all of your pedacitos. My approach I provide a compassionate, culturally affirming, non-judgmental space. I use a holistic approach based on your unique needs and life experience, from evidence-based practices such as CBT and brainspotting to respectfully integrating traditional indigenous wisdom. All to promote mindful awareness, connecting to your body, emotions, and soul. My communication style My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment, even when the conversations may be challenging. I engage in active listening and encourage reflection on your current experience, and present different perspectives that can allow for further awareness development. My journey to mental healthcare My journey with therapy started with my own personal therapy experience. Therapy was not something we spoke of in my community or my family. Knowing that I can provide a soft landing spot for the people I serve is my way of breaking that stigma around mental health. My goals for you I believe in collaborating and creating a team. We will work together to identify the goals that can guide our treatment plan. With the understanding that the treatment plan can be revisited at any time to ensure it is aligned with where you are in the specific season of your life.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. Proper

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1790180602

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Sheila Garcia?

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What practice does Sheila Garcia work with?

Sheila Garcia works with Rula Health - L.A. Proper.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sheila Garcia?

Sheila 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 Sheila Garcia on their profile.