About
Mission
Dr. Garcia’s mission is to help individuals understand the experiences that have shaped their lives and to guide them toward clarity, strength, and a grounded sense of self. His work focuses on supporting adults, military members, veterans, first responders, caregivers, and others carrying long-term emotional burdens. He offers a calm and respectful environment where clients can explore their stories at their own pace without judgment or pressure.
His goal is to help each person develop insight, restore balance, and create meaningful change that reflects their values and who they are becoming. The work is rooted in presence, honesty, and compassion, moving clients toward healing that is steady, meaningful, and true to their lives.
Method
Dr. Garcia uses a structured and evidence based approach that helps clients work through difficulties with clarity and purpose. His work draws from EMDR, CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Gottman informed practices, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and other research supported models.
These approaches allow clients to understand how past experiences influence current reactions and to build healthier patterns that support emotional well being.
Sessions are guided by careful attention to timing and readiness, which helps the process feel manageable and grounded. Clients learn practical skills for navigating stress while also exploring the deeper beliefs and emotional responses that shape their lives.
His methods support meaningful progress for individuals and couples who want thoughtful guidance, practical tools, and a therapeutic process that respects both the mind and the heart.
Credentials
Psychology
Holding a PhD in Counseling from St. Mary’s University and more than twenty years of clinical experience, Dr. Garcia supports individuals, couples, and families navigating complex emotional concerns. His background as an LPC-Supervisor allows him to provide advanced insight into trauma, anxiety, moral injury, and relationship health, guiding clients toward meaningful and lasting change.
Therapy
Clients working with Dr. Garcia experience a steady and compassionate approach to trauma, stress, and relational challenges. His trauma-informed training and attuned presence support the development of resilience, emotional stability, and healthier patterns that strengthen long-term well-being.
Expertise
Training in EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, CBT, mindfulness-based methods, and Gottman-informed practices allows him to offer a wide range of evidence-based treatment options. He integrates neuroscience and emotional regulation techniques to help clients reduce distress, understand their patterns, and achieve sustainable progress.
Affiliations
Connection to professional communities such as EMDRIA and the Gottman Institute keeps his work aligned with current research in trauma recovery and relationship health. His role as an ordained Christian minister further reinforces a commitment to integrity, compassion, and deep respect for each client’s values.
Approach
A holistic framework guides his work, blending evidence-based practices with an understanding of the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. This method supports emotional clarity, nervous-system regulation, and relational well-being, helping clients experience authentic and lasting healing.
Achievements
Years of service in trauma recovery, military mental health, and family support programs have shaped the effectiveness of his clinical work. His leadership has helped many clients regain stability, purpose, and healthier relationships through care that is both compassionate and grounded in strong clinical practice.
Insurance Accepted
Dr. Garcia accepts a range of insurance plans to make therapy accessible and straightforward. Through Headway, benefits are verified in advance so you know exactly what to expect before your first session. He is in network with Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, and Quest Behavioral Health.