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Victor Garcia, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Victor is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Victor. View 52 reviews
Great news, Victor is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas and Texas

Recent reviews

Very calm and understanding, I had my doubts and questions at the start, now I’m Glad to have stayed I’ve learned much about myself and how to properly express my feelings and communicate better with those around me.

Reviewed November 2024

I recently had the pleasure of working with Victor Garcia through Better Help. From the very first session, I felt heard and understood. Victor has a remarkable ability to create a safe and inclusive space, which was incredibly important to me as someone seeking a therapist who values diversity and representation. Their approach is both compassionate and professional, and they have a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities. Whether through sessions or messaging, Victor Garcia consistently provided insightful and practical advice that helped me navigate my personal struggles. I highly recommend Victor Garcia to anyone looking for a therapist who not only excels in their field but also genuinely cares about representing and supporting diverse backgrounds.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Victor

  • 10 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC, LMFT

As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist in the state of Texas (USA) I have worked with a variety of individuals (ages 3 and up), people in romantic partnerships, families, and groups from diverse backgrounds. As a mental health professional I have had the honor of providing services in a shelter for survivors of family violence and sexual abuse/assault, a substance abuse recovery facility, and a nonprofit community mental health agency. Additionally, I have regularly made presentations for professional groups as well as employee assistance programs and many types of social service agencies.

As a professional helper I assist people in understanding more about themselves, their relationships, and the outer world (society). Kindness, compassion, creativity, and patience are key to my work with you. On your therapy journey you will learn many new things about who you are, your needs and wants, and paths you may choose to move towards your goals. It is also my responsibility to help you develop healthier ways of coping and to assist you in exploring your individual strengths.

The work of therapy can be challenging for many reasons and requires you to be open and honest during the process. One of the first steps on this journey is for us to develop a trusting alliance. My task is to be non-judgemental, open-minded, committed, and an active listener. Parts of your story are shared over time and I will be patient as you develop a comfort with the therapeutic partnership. I will respect limits you express during this journey. Please note that my style blends listening with education and action. This style may be challenging for clients that desire a different design/process in therapy.

If you feel ready to share some of your story, I am ready to listen, and will do what I can to assist you.

Side notes: If you are requesting therapy services for the first time please be aware that I am not online 24/7, yet I will do my best to respond efficiently. In other words, I ask that you be patient as you wait for my response to your request for therapy. We may be in different time zones as well. Please be prepared to start the therapy process soon after you request services, or after you get connected to me, and be sure to check the platform regularly for correspondence. If you are having difficulty connecting to the therapy experience please let me know before exiting therapy. Sometimes a small miscommunication may be the issue and I will do my best to hear your concerns so that we can work towards resolution collaboratively. If you are a returning client wanting services with me again, or a new client preferring to work with me, you can expedite the process by reaching out to the helpdesk and letting them know so that they can contact me with the referral.

At this time I am only offering Voice Call (phone/audio) and Live Chat sessions. Please be aware of this before starting, and/or during, the therapy process.

***Because a significantly growing number of clients are disclosing concerns about sexually explicit media (SEM; porn) use and sexual choices that they, and/or their loved ones, are making, especially in the last few years, I am especially keen to continue helping clients struggling with varying levels of sex and porn addiction. Mirroring other forms of addiction, shame, secrecy, denial, and disbelief are significant barriers that keep these cancers alive.

There are so many barriers facing true, monogamous love, even before two people meet. There are challenges we encounter when initiating, nourishing, and maintaining ingredients and processes of love. At this point in my career, I want to protect and promote monogamous love potentials all across the world, and look forward to continuing to serve clients seeking this possibility.

Pronouns: He, Him, His

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Addictions Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Victor Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801344734.

  • LPC · Texas · 72595 · Expires July 2026
  • LMFT · Texas · 202864 · Expires July 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Victor Garcia

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

52 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Understanding Helped Amazing Helpful Knowledgeable Professional Recommend Great listener Comfortable

Very calm and understanding, I had my doubts and questions at the start, now I’m Glad to have stayed I’ve learned much about myself and how to properly express my feelings and communicate better with those around me.

Reviewed November 2024

I recently had the pleasure of working with Victor Garcia through Better Help. From the very first session, I felt heard and understood. Victor has a remarkable ability to create a safe and inclusive space, which was incredibly important to me as someone seeking a therapist who values diversity and representation. Their approach is both compassionate and professional, and they have a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities. Whether through sessions or messaging, Victor Garcia consistently provided insightful and practical advice that helped me navigate my personal struggles. I highly recommend Victor Garcia to anyone looking for a therapist who not only excels in their field but also genuinely cares about representing and supporting diverse backgrounds.

Reviewed September 2024

victor was key in getting me from absolute rock bottom to being quite content with life.

Reviewed August 2024

I feel he is wholly competent. Dissects the deeper issues and is patient.

Reviewed July 2024

Victor is a great therapist.

Reviewed May 2024

I really enjoyed how much time Victor invested on me in and outside of therapy. I could tell from his commitment to me that he really cares about the mental health of his clients.

Reviewed February 2024

Victor's knowledge of the human mind and our emotions and his gentle yet effective encouragement to utilize tools, knowledge and techniques has helped me and continues to help me. I am confident he could help most if not all become better versions of themselves.

Reviewed November 2023

I've been working with Victor for only a few months now and he is by far the best therapist I've ever had. He keeps me accountable and gives me tools to refer back to. I actually feel like I'm seeing the results that I always wanted and was unsure why I wasn't seeing it with my previous therapists but through his accountability (which doesn't always feel great in the moment at first!!!) I am so much more aware of my patterns and how to approach them.

Reviewed July 2023

Victor is amazing!

Reviewed May 2023

My conversations with Victor have been incredibly helpful and beneficial... Even when I feel as if I have nothing to say during a session, he finds ways of engaging me and adding value to my life.

Reviewed May 2023

victor is turning my life around for the better. big time.

Reviewed May 2023

Compassionate and flexible, Victor truly understands that material circumstances beyond one's control are often the primary cause of mental distress, and uses a pragmatic cognitive behavioural approach to help me to process my reality and develop healthy coping strategies.

Reviewed February 2023

Victor’s been a big part of my life these last two years and we’ve never been face to face. I struggled finding a therapist for a while. From the beginning I felt comfortable speaking my truths immediately. He cares about what he does and he’s really great at it. He cares about health. He held me accountable when it was necessary and he’s encouraged me to try different ways of communicating for healthier relationships. I’m very grateful for our sessions. I’ve learned a lot from our conversations. Love and belonging.

Reviewed December 2022

Mr. Garcia is the Therapist everyone deserves. I've needed one my whole life and finally found one who challenges my thoughts and feelings and shows me healthier ways to view them. He's helped me so much in just a month and I plan to stick with him. Great listener and great analyzer. Highly recommend giving him a shot.

Reviewed September 2022

he’s great; intelligent and knowledgeable, never met someone who takes a personable yet smart approach to this

Reviewed June 2022

Victor makes me feel safe and like I'm talking to a friend. H e makes it so easy to discuss personal issues and he's an expert at working on the emotional side of things.

Reviewed June 2022

Victor has been wonderful in helping me work through topics that have been top of mind. He is a great listener and always is willing to give valuable feedback to anything discussed. The exercises that Victor implements helps one understand the root of what is causing the pain point and provides exercises to help overcome those obstacles in the future.

Reviewed March 2022

Have had many therapists before, Victor has been my favorite by far.

Reviewed February 2022

Victor is very understanding and helpful with analysing problems and offering very handy methods to handle my issues. I appreciate his time very much.

Reviewed September 2021

Victors' didactical approach has helped me more than all the other therapists I've been to face to face combined. He is knowledgeable and empathetic.

Reviewed July 2021

Victor is a knowledgeable therapist. He understands my concerns, he is empathetic and offers a variety of tools to assist me.

Reviewed July 2021

Victor counselled me for a little over a year and I think it has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I was at a very bad point in my life struggling with many things. Over the year I have learned to identify distortions and started to be able to see things more objectively on my own, improved my communication styles and became better at identifying my emotions and also potential triggers. I look forward to life with these new tools and keep on reaping the benefits of couseling. Victor has been a tremendous help and I have deep trust in this expertise.

Reviewed April 2021

Victor has been nothing but a blessing. He is very friendly and knowledgeable, yet he knows how to push or guide you to be your own advocate and healer. He has helped me with countless issues and I am very lucky to have him as my counselor.

Reviewed March 2021

My first session with Garcia was amazing, he listens to every single word I say and gives me time to talk and express , he is so calm and patient

Reviewed March 2021

Victor Garcia’s level of expertise in his field is phenomenal! he very organized, with tools as well as communication to assist you with sorting out what may be clouding us all mentally during these trying times

Reviewed December 2020

Victor has been very supportive towards my current with-standings and issues that have grown over the past few years. He has full understanding of my personality and certain areas I struggle with. I do feel I am healing slowly and surely after just 2 months of therapy. I am very hopeful that I will come out of this process feeling reborn and more like myself, well more connected to the part of me I have lost.

Reviewed December 2020

I've always been skeptical regarding feeling a sense of security and understanding with a therapist. Betterhelp is new to me, though Victor has been nothing but understanding and thoroughly honest. He puts me to work in the best way, though I, myself, am still learning to be committed -- his patience, sincerity and expertise forces me to truly reflect and take accountability for how I choose to think, feel, react and respond. I'm very happy with how our sessions have gone, and continue to look forward to them.

Reviewed December 2020

Victor is leading me through a process with myself like a guide rather than a teacher. It is an extraordinary experience, I have never found anyone able to see through my nonsense and support me without telling me what to do but helping me work it out for myself. Our conversations are not like normal, more alchemical, it's the feelings and inspirations between the words that matter so much. I am so grateful to have Victor on my side, like a superhero.

Reviewed November 2020

Absolutely amazing! Has been a light at the end of a tunnel & always gives me rational and sound advice.

Reviewed November 2020

Victor is the best therapist I've had to date! Victor always responds to my messages in a timely manor. He always holds me accountable, which is something that I've always wanted from a therapist. Whenever I voice any of my current issues to him, Victor always listens and gives me excellent feedback every time.

Reviewed November 2020

Victor has been awesome. He responds to my messages in the chat in a timely manner and is regularly available for phone sessions which I greatly appreciate. He is clearly well versed in the methods that he employs. Those closest to me have noticed a pronounced improvement in my behavior and my personal relationships have been improved.

Reviewed November 2020

Victor is good at listening my and shared experiences. He gives insight and lead me to it.

Reviewed November 2020

Victor is patient and professional. He doesn't waste any time doing his job, but listens when you need to talk.

Reviewed August 2020

It's been a couple of months, but I am making good progress from our session. Victor gives advice that is easy to use during everyday life.

Reviewed July 2020

Victor was helpful, he was the perfect councilor for me. I knew the type of help I needed and he provided that for me quite accurately. I needed a councilor that was straight forward and structured. I wish I had been able to continue but the aftermath of covid affected my ability to pay.

Reviewed July 2020

Victor is extremely adept at promoting fundamental wellbeing and identifying the way back to that path as I stray during the learning process. He is authentic and dedicated to helping me build sustainable habits which will enrich my life, and in turn the lives of those close to me. Can't recommend Victor highly enough.

Reviewed July 2020

Victor has changed my life.

Reviewed June 2020

My sessions with Victor eb and flow with the changes in my life as Victor is always adaptable and quick on his toes. I’ve learned to recognize my emotions and label them, I’ve learned to identify distortions in my thinking and actively challenge them. I know Victor practices what he preaches based on the wealth of experiences he shares, demonstrating how he has incorporated his therapy methods into his own life and how so can follow suit. I’ve always felt like Victor and I are equals, he makes me feel like the relationship is mutually beneficial and never stops validating my feelings and my being.

Reviewed June 2020

I have started an amazing journey with Victor. He is a truly lovely person, very considerate, and with a wonderful sense of humor. We tackle some heavy-hitting issues as well as having a chance to have a bit of a laugh. I never felt I could ever find a counselor who could marry these two such disparate entities! It takes away any intensity and makes me feel empowered to confront my difficulties personally as well as open up to him. I look forward to the sessions each week and they always bring up something new, unexpected, and fascinating.

Reviewed May 2020

I'm quite enjoying working with Victor so far. Definitely a good decision!

Reviewed May 2020

Victor has been nothing but supportive, understanding, and patient throughout the entire process of us working together. He has been wonderful and comes highly recommend by myself and others.

Reviewed April 2020

Victor is a great counselor. He is very observant and a good listener. Each session accomplishes its goals. I didn't know what to expect going into this, but very pleasantly surprised overall with the experience and found it very useful so far.

Reviewed April 2020

Victor's dedication to my counseling blew me away. He made himself available to me so much it was unbelievable. He mapped out a clear plan for me and always let me know what we were doing and why we were doing it. He really pushed me and supported me through the process I was working with him on. I can't say enough about him. If someone wants to get better and is willing to do what needs to be done, then Victor is the guy.

Reviewed April 2020

He’s in my corner and also holds me accountable.

Reviewed March 2020

Victor has spent considerable time learning about me and is a great listener. His professional interjections provide me with real help in learning about myself. Its very early days having only had 2 sessions but I have confidence in his abilities to provide the support in my journey.

Reviewed March 2020

Thank you for your patience

Reviewed March 2020

I'm really enjoying my time with Victor. He is a wealth of information and gives you some great tools to work with. He is kind, a great listener and above all a lovely person. Really enjoying my time with him.

Reviewed March 2020

I really find Victor supportive and is work incredibly helpful. I have also recommended betterhelp on multiple occasions to friends and colleagues. Thank you BetterHelp!

Reviewed March 2020

Therapy is an unique path for everyone and I feel Victor understands that. His exercises are clear and workable. He can build a safe space where you can feel comfortable to follow your own pace.

Reviewed February 2020

We are early in our relationship but everyday I look forward to my journey with him and I. The varied methods of communication really help me open up the way I am comfortable to, and the option of different media's to connect, has made a significant difference in my acceptance of this journey.

Reviewed February 2020

Personable, love the practical exercises he gives, great sense of humor, loves that he prefers to schedule phone sessions early on, very engaging, responds in a timely manner, phone sessions are very engaging and never feels like he’s going by the clock but instead really trying to get to know you. Great at recognizing struggle areas and great at encouraging me to share my feelings/thoughts etc. He’s one of the better counselors I’ve worked with that truly helps me reframe my negative thinking.

Reviewed January 2020

Victor is a great, we clicked instantly. He's easy going, understanding and has helped me enormously. He responds to messages very quickly and takes a close interest. He is professional, has a good sense of humour, and will tell it as it is in a firm but sensitive manner. Highly recommended.

Reviewed January 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Victor Garcia offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Victor Garcia works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Victor Garcia speak?

Victor Garcia speaks English.

How many years of experience does Victor Garcia have?

Victor Garcia has 10 years of experience.

Where is Victor Garcia licensed to practice?

Victor Garcia is licensed to practice in Texas and Texas.

Does Victor Garcia accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Victor Garcia accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Victor Garcia offer?

Victor Garcia offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Victor Garcia?

Victor Garcia can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Victor Garcia?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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