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Esmeralda Garcia

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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Grover Beach, CA 93433
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Grover Beach, CA 93433
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling in your relationships, or carrying the weight of past experiences? Maybe you’re going through a life transition that has left you feeling uncertain, stuck, or emotionally exhausted. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Therapy can be a place where you feel heard without judgment. My goal is to create a supportive and safe space where you can slow down, process what you’ve been carrying, and begin to move toward the life you want. Together, we will explore your experiences, identify your strengths, and develop tools that help you feel more grounded, confident, and empowered.
My approach is solution-focused and strengths-based. I will listen with care while also gently challenging you to explore new perspectives and possibilities. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, and through our work together they begin to gain clarity, build resilience, and reconnect with their sense of self.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Whether you are navigating stress, healing from the past, or seeking personal growth, therapy can help you move forward with greater understanding and self-compassion.
Take the first step to help. Call or Esmeralda Garcia now - (805) 608-4098

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Grover Beach, CA 93433

(805) 608-4098

Ventura, CA 93001

My website
Telehealth appointments most weekdays and some early evening appointments.
I specialize in Geriatric and Seniors, Life Coaching and Family Conflict 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (805) 608-4098
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Grover Beach, CA 93433

(805) 608-4098

Ventura, CA 93001

My website
Telehealth appointments most weekdays and some early evening appointments.
I specialize in Geriatric and Seniors, Life Coaching and Family Conflict 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am in-network for Blue Shield, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Cigna. I also accept private pay clients. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098
"
I am in-network for Blue Shield, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Cigna. I also accept private pay clients. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT106788 Esmeralda Garcia
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from University of Boston Certificate in Aging
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Reaching out for support can feel difficult, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. If you're ready to begin therapy or would like to see if we might be a good fit, I invite you to reach out. I would be honored to support you in your journey toward healing, clarity, and growth.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098
"
Reaching out for support can feel difficult, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. If you're ready to begin therapy or would like to see if we might be a good fit, I invite you to reach out. I would be honored to support you in your journey toward healing, clarity, and growth.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Life Coaching
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Dementia
  • Divorce
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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I work with clients who may be experiencing anxiety, navigating relationship challenges, processing past trauma, or going through important life transitions. While every person's experience is unique, therapy often involves exploring what you've been carrying, recognizing your strengths, and developing tools that help you move forward with greater confidence and balance.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098
"
I work with clients who may be experiencing anxiety, navigating relationship challenges, processing past trauma, or going through important life transitions. While every person's experience is unique, therapy often involves exploring what you've been carrying, recognizing your strengths, and developing tools that help you move forward with greater confidence and balance.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish
Spanish

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish
Spanish

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Coaching
  • Gestalt
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Reality Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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Many of the people I work with are motivated for change but may not know where to begin. They are open to reflecting on their experiences, exploring new perspectives, and developing healthier ways of coping and relating to others. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen with compassion while also encouraging growth and self-discovery, we may be a good fit.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098
"
Many of the people I work with are motivated for change but may not know where to begin. They are open to reflecting on their experiences, exploring new perspectives, and developing healthier ways of coping and relating to others. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen with compassion while also encouraging growth and self-discovery, we may be a good fit.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (805) 608-4098

Location

Primary Location

Grover Beach, CA 93433

(805) 608-4098

Additional Location

Ventura, CA 93001

(805) 608-4098
"
Telehealth appointments most weekdays and some early evening appointments.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (805) 608-4098
"
Telehealth appointments most weekdays and some early evening appointments.
Photo of Esmeralda Garcia, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Esmeralda Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (805) 608-4098