Amanda Garcia, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Amanda!

I help individuals, children, and families navigate life's challenges. I work with clients addressing substance use, domestic violence, family conflict, relationship issues, and more. My goal is to provide you with tools to promote positive actions, mental health, and well-being.

My focus

I work with those managing anxiety, life transitions, and general work-related, social, or personal challenges. Whether you're working through trauma, building coping skills, or exploring personal goals, I'll help you create a realistic and attainable plan for growth.

My approach

I believe active listening and open communication are essential to the therapeutic relationship. I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space. My approach is holistic and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and strengths-based methods.

My communication style

I prioritize open communication and adjust to your individual needs. Whether navigating challenging topics or lighthearted discussions, you can expect me to remain calm, attentive, and engaged in the conversation at hand.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began working with children and families at vulnerable times in their lives. Those experiences taught me the value of meeting each client where they are and how successful relationships are built through collaboration and open communication.

My goals for you

We'll identify and set goals that feel realistic and attainable, whether they focus on improving relationships, navigating challenges, or building self-esteem. We'll discuss a step-by-step method to achieve your goals. As you gain new insights, we can adapt our plan to ensure it supports your needs.

Our first session

Our first session is an opportunity to get to know one another. We'll discuss your background and what brings you to therapy. It's normal to feel nervous. We'll take it one step at a time, and I'm here to guide you through each step of the process.

I identify as...

Female
American Indian or Alaska Native, Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

Child Abuse or Neglect

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

United Medical Resources (UMR)
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, San Bernardino.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Amanda Garcia