I found Dr. Garcia's advice on how to manage my concerns/ anxiety very helpful. She is professional, empathetic, listens well and has a lot of experience.
Dr. Arlene Garcia, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Arlene 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 Arlene. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Connecticut
Recent reviews
Dr. Garcia is an amazing therapist. She is patient, attentive, understanding and helpful!
More about Arlene
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Connecticut with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Codependency
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Intellectual disability
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Licenses
Dr. Arlene Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093048555.
- LCSW · Connecticut · 6579 · Expires June 2025
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 Dr. Arlene Garcia
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I found Dr. Garcia's advice on how to manage my concerns/ anxiety very helpful. She is professional, empathetic, listens well and has a lot of experience.
Dr. Garcia is an amazing therapist. She is patient, attentive, understanding and helpful!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Arlene Garcia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Arlene 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 Dr. Arlene Garcia speak?
Dr. Arlene Garcia speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arlene Garcia have?
Dr. Arlene Garcia has 17 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Arlene Garcia licensed to practice?
Dr. Arlene Garcia is licensed to practice in Connecticut.
Does Dr. Arlene Garcia accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Arlene 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."
How can I communicate with Dr. Arlene Garcia?
Dr. Arlene 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 Dr. Arlene 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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW 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.