Dr. Garcia is a compassionate and genuine psychotherapist who works collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals and to provide a safe space for vulnerability and creativity. She enjoys working with adults and college/graduate students with a variety of concerns including depression, generalized and social anxiety, life transitions, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns. She is curious and conscious of people’s unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and she individualizes care to most effectively meet their needs. Fluent in both Spanish and English, she embraces her bilingualism as a means of fostering connection and understanding.

Dr. Garcia utilizes an integrative approach that draws from cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment, and mindfulness interventions. She strongly believes in cultural consciousness as a powerful tool for dismantling barriers and fostering cultural unity. Dr. Garcia is committed to fostering respect, understanding, and open communication in all her interactions. Cultivating self-compassion is integral to both her personal growth and professional practice, and she strives to support individuals in finding their own creative paths to fulfillment and well-being. Additionally, Dr. Garcia is an avid gamer and, when relevant, welcomes clients’ gaming identities and interests into the therapeutic process.

PhD in Clinical Psychology, Albizu University

MA in Clinical Psychology, Albizu University

Predoctoral Internship, University of Massachusetts, Amherst