Lizette Garcia, LMFT
- Trauma and eating disorders
- Emotion regulation skills
- Psychodynamic exploration
About Lizette Garcia
Her clinical interests include attachment issues, body image, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia. While she has trained with a range of therapeutic methods, she often integrates a psychodynamic perspective to trace patterns back to their roots, then combines practical skills to support day-to-day coping and symptom relief. Therapy with her is framed as an opportunity for anyone motivated to explore - a diagnosis is not required to begin this work.
Lizette communicates in English and uses an empathetic, collaborative stance to tailor treatment to each personâs needs and goals. She holds the LMFT credential, which signifies specialized training in relational and family systems as well as individual therapy. At this time she is not accepting new clients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lizette Garcia have?
Lizette Garcia has four years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy.
Is Lizette Garcia a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential. LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details - CA LMFT 148924.
In which languages does Lizette Garcia provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Lizette Garcia located?
Lizette is located in California.
How can I work with Lizette Garcia as my therapist?
You can work with Lizette through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lizette Garcia work with international clients?
Lizette Garcia does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lizette Garcia cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead, helping them explore feelings and values to build self-understanding and confidence. This approach is helpful for people who want an accepting space to process emotions and clarify personal goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns because it emphasizes concrete strategies to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers tools for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and building distress-tolerance skills. It can be particularly useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when patterns of self-criticism and impulsive behavior interfere with life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lizette works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to engage in treatment from different locations and on schedules that fit their lives. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured interventions, skill-building, and reflective work in ways that support continuity and convenience for the client.