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Irene Garcia

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

13 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 6 Insurance providers

Meet Irene

Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or not, I look forward to providing you with a comfortable, open, and safe space to explore and learn about yourself, especially if you’re experiencing depression, anxiety, emotional trauma, relationship or family distress, and issues related to cultural identity. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience providing mental and behavioral health services to individuals in various stages of life, currently offering individual therapy services to adults. I graduated with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of La Verne. I am knowledgeable in various therapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Feedback Informed Care. I utilize an eclectic approach, incorporating honesty, humor, and direct communication to help you meet your goals. Everyone needs an open ear from time to time, and I am here to help you navigate the areas you feel may benefit from increased support and insight, improving your thoughts and feelings through our work together.

I look forward to providing you with a comfortable, open, and safe space to explore and learn about yourself and areas or relationships that may be causing feelings of distress.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Casual
  • Direct
  • Open-minded
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Parents
  • Blended families
  • Students

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Insurance Accepted

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#53643 • California • LMFT

Education

MS - Marriage & Family Therapy, University of La Verne

Irene Garcia, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #53643 (exp July 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Irene Garcia accepts Health Net, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, and Prime Health. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Irene Garcia is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Irene is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Irene’s California license number is 53643, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Irene Garcia has been practicing therapy for 13 years. Irene’s education and training include MS - Marriage & Family Therapy, University of La Verne. Over that time, Irene has worked closely with Parents, Blended families, and Students. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Irene is part of that group.

Irene Garcia works with Parents, Blended families, and Students and specializes in Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Irene spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Irene is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Irene Garcia draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Irene’s style is authentic, casual, direct, open-minded, and warm. In Irene’s words: “I look forward to providing you with a comfortable, open, and safe space to explore and learn about yourself and areas or relationships that may be causing feelings of distress.”

Irene Garcia (she/her) offers therapy in English and Spanish. Irene identifies as Hispanic/Latinx.

Irene Garcia offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Irene is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Irene Garcia is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Irene will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Irene’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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