Lidia Garcia, MSW
Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW 100207)
Supervised by Monica Valdiva Aguilar, M.A. (LMFT 41352)
Pronouns: She / Her / Hers
Welcome! I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy to adolescents and young adults navigating life. I provide an accessible, supportive, safe, and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore, understand, and resolve issues. As a Latinx therapist and athlete, I am enthusiastic about providing a space for equity, diversity, inclusion, and longevity in athletic, academic, and mental health spaces.
I provide an individualized approach in support of each client’s distinct needs and goals. My approach enables clients to practice effective coping and problem-solving strategies for managing life’s challenges, while growing in confidence, self-awareness, and resilience. Additionally, families and caregivers are supported by encouraging cultivation and mutual understanding along a young person’s journey.
I look forward to providing an empathetic space for growth, insight building, connection, and healing.
Specialties:
I provide support for growth in the following areas:
- Anxiety and Depression
- Mindfulness
- Somatic Awareness
- Emotional Regulation
- Trauma and Resilience
- Perfectionism
- Body Image and Disordered Eating
- Self-esteem / Self-confidence / Self-compassion
- Sports Performance
- Relationships
- Life Transitions
Prior Experience:
- Community Based Therapist, Five Acres
- Hypnotherapist and Mindfulness Coach
Education:
- Master of Science in Social Work, Columbia University, New York City
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of California, Riverside
Associations/Affiliations:
- Los Angeles County Psychological Association (LACPA)
- LACPA Sport Psychology Special Interest Group
- The Embody Lab
- Columbia University Alumni Network
- lululemon Los Angeles City Ambassador – Running and Mental Health Advocate
- ELLA Sports Foundation
Mission: My mission is to provide supportive guidance to youth and their families as they navigate community, identity, and individuality for balanced relationships and mutual understanding.
Email: LGarcia@IFGD.care
Phone: 626-585-8075 ext. 137
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