About Christy Garcia
Trauma Therapist Serving Chula Vista
Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma and more.
Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here!
Meet Christy Garcia, Top Chula Vista Therapist
If you're reading this page, there's a good chance something has happened in your life that you're still trying to make sense of. Maybe it’s because you’ve experienced some sort of trauma or a loss you haven’t found your footing after, and you’re searching for a place where your feelings and experiences are acknowledged and validated. Maybe it's a diagnosis, a hospital stay, or a health scare that left more than a physical mark. Or maybe it's anxiety that won't quiet down, or a memory that keeps showing up uninvited.
Whatever brought you here, I want you to know something before we go any further: it makes sense that this has been hard. You don't have to have the right words for it yet, and you don't have to have it figured out. That's what we're here for.
It’s frustrating when people don’t understand the impact of trauma. They may say well-intentioned but hurtful things such as “you’re still not over that?” or “don’t you think it’s time to put it in the past and just move on with your life?” Or, my least favorite of all… “time heals all wounds.” Unfortunately it’s not that simple, and in your therapy, I aim to provide a safe space for you to heal and not be dismissed, invalidated or rushed in your healing process.
Experienced Chula Vista Therapist
Find a caring therapist in Chula Vista
Hi! I’m Christy Garcia
I offer a holistic approach that involves the mind, body, and soul. During your therapy, we will identify and address the root of your issues, look for harmful patterns that are no longer serving you and learn practical solutions so that you can leave your therapy feeling transformed, healed and restored.
Together, we'll work on developing the skills you need so you can heal and move forward in your life, helping you to reclaim your peace and joy. I offer more than just a listening ear in our sessions. As a grief and trauma-informed therapist, I focus on what happened to you rather than what’s wrong with you. I understand that no two people are the same, thus I create a tailored approach to therapy that’s unique to you! Throughout our work together, you'll gain valuable tools to transform your life and improve your well-being.
Lastly, as a Christian therapist, I am able to incorporate a faith-based perspective for those who request it. However, please know that if our faith-backgrounds are different from each other I will respect you and your values and beliefs and will not impose my views or personal opinions on you or bring them into our therapeutic work together.
Helping you heal from the invisible wounds of childhood trauma with a holistic approach that strengthens your mind, calms your body, and reconnects you with your inner peace.
I offer both in-person therapy at my office in Chula Vista as well as online counseling for California residents. As a Christian therapist, I’m grief-oriented, trauma-informed an am also trained in EMDR and other trauma-focused modalities.
Need more details about my therapy
background and training?
I have experience working with people of all ages in various clinical settings such as community mental health outpatient clinics, private group practices, and residential treatment centers such as group homes with at-risk foster youth and survivors of sex-trafficking. My experiences have deepened my interest in and understanding of trauma and it’s lasting effect on our lives which has increased my passion to help people heal.
Education & Credentials
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist: CA #113176
License State: California
Practicing Since: 2012
Education: Master’s of Art in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy, Azusa Pacific University
Professional Affiliations: CAMFT Member
People describe me as warm, kind, genuine, and a good listener.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re ready to heal from your past and move forward in your life, click here to schedule a free 15-minute phon consultation to find out more about working with me.