Therapist profile
Paola Garcia, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and parenting focus
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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship strain
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Paola
Paola Garcia is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with three years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. Paola also supports people dealing with relationship strain, family tensions, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues.
Her approach is straightforward and person-focused. She uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and client-centered work. In sessions she helps people notice patterns, clarify values, and try small behavior changes to test what helps.
Paola commonly addresses attachment concerns, codependency, communication problems, and the fallout from divorce or separation. She also supports clients handling guilt, shame, infidelity, jealousy, and questions about life purpose. Postpartum depression, compassion fatigue, and struggles with motivation are included in her practice focus.
Appointments are geared toward practical steps and clearer thinking. Conversations include building coping skills, practicing mindful awareness, and arranging manageable experiments between sessions. She encourages clients to reflect on what matters to them and to set short, achievable goals.
Paola speaks English and practices in Texas. Prospective clients are asked to review session options and the signing process before booking so they know which formats are available at the time.
How sessions work
How her approaches guide online work
Paola uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice what matters most to them and take small steps toward those values. ACT focuses on action tied to values rather than getting stuck in unhelpful thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is also part of her work and it looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. CBT helps break patterns by testing new behaviors and reframing thoughts.Choosing an approach is collaborative. During early sessions she will talk with clients about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit the situation. If something isn’t helpful, she adjusts the way she works so the plan stays practical and responsive to what the client reports.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Paola’s online focus is intended to make scheduling easier and to fit conversations into a busy week. Online sessions can reduce travel, allow quicker check-ins, and make it simpler to maintain momentum between appointments. Licensed professionals can use these formats to support steady progress while matching sessions to daily life.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship strain, family concerns, trauma, and life transitions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style blends client-centered conversation with practical techniques from ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people try small changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds LPC credentials in Texas and practices there.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What should I know about cost and billing?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing the short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first session.
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