About Christy Garcia

Trauma Therapist Serving Chula Vista

Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and more.

Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here!

Meet Christy Garcia, Top Chula Vista Therapist

Finding the right therapist in San Diego can be a challenge when there are so many to choose from!

If you’re here, it’s likely because you’ve experienced trauma and you’re searching for a place where your feelings and experiences are acknowledged and validated. I’m so glad you’re here and look forward to the possibility of working with you!

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.

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Hi! I’m Christy Garcia

I offer a holistic approach that involves the mind, body, and soul. 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 want you to know that I 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.

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 trauma-informed therapist, I focus on what happened to you rather than what’s wrong with you. Throughout our work together, you'll gain valuable tools to transform your life and improve your well-being.

I help people heal from childhood wounds and painful past memories so they can find peace in the present and move forward with their lives.

I offer both in-person sessions at my office in Chula Vista as well as online counseling for California residents. As a Christian therapist, I’m trauma-informed an am also trained in EMDR and other trauma-focused modalities.

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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

  • License #: LMFT #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

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.