Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Brenda Garcia, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Texas
- LCSW, licence 68219
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW22051
- NPI
- 1366938359
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information Brenda supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Solution-focused steps
About Brenda
Brenda Garcia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and Texas with ten years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship concerns, addiction, and struggles with self-esteem. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and aim to make everyday problems more manageable.
Brenda uses a mix of practical strategies and listening. She combines cognitive behavioral ideas with client-centered conversations to identify patterns that keep problems going. The goal is to find small, concrete changes a person can try between sessions. She also draws on trauma-focused and psychodynamic ideas when past experiences are relevant.
Her approach is straightforward. She talks through what is happening now and what has shaped those patterns over time. That may include addressing attachment or abandonment concerns, codependency, or caregiver stress. For people facing issues with eating, substance use, anger, or impulsivity, she looks at both immediate coping and longer-term triggers.
Brenda often focuses on clear, goal-oriented steps. Solution-focused techniques are used to set short-term goals and track progress. When people bring complicated histories, sessions may shift to understanding underlying themes and working through difficult emotions.
People who choose Brenda typically want practical skills, honest conversation, and support managing life demands like work and family. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and a scheduled first session are used to start the process.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Brenda commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her work. ACT focuses on clarifying values and learning ways to live alongside difficult thoughts and feelings rather than trying to eliminate them. CBT looks at thought and behavior patterns and teaches practical strategies to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.She also draws on client-centered methods, which prioritize listening and responding to what matters most to the person. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and day-to-day life.
Check the session options before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. Confirm whether sessions are by video, phone, or another method. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so therapy fits around work, school, or caregiving responsibilities.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Texas, Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, addictions, eating concerns, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related problems like attachment and body image.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style blends client-centered listening with practical techniques from CBT and solution-focused therapy to set short-term goals and build coping skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience working with people on a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Licenses listed are FL LCSW and TX LCSW and she practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers