- ACT techniques
- CBT methods
- Spanish and English
About Karla
Karla Garcia-Velez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Colorado with seven years of clinical experience. She works with people who face anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem concerns, grief, caregiver strain, life changes, addictions, and related issues. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Her practice focuses on practical, step-by-step work. She draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered methods, and hypnotherapy as tools to address symptoms and daily functioning. She helps people identify small, concrete steps they can try between sessions.
Karla emphasizes collaboration. She listens to what a person wants to change and helps set clear goals. She uses straightforward techniques to build coping skills, manage worrying thoughts, improve sleep, and address relationship or career stressors.
She has supported people dealing with chronic illness, caregiver stress, cancer-related concerns, aging and geriatric issues, and end-of-life topics. She also works on body image, fertility and family of origin concerns, communication and control issues, and feelings of guilt or shame.
Karla adjusts her approach based on each person’s needs. She may use behavioral strategies, mindfulness exercises, problem-solving, and brief hypnotherapy when appropriate. Her practice asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to get started.
Therapeutic approaches for online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions toward those values even when anxiety or avoidance shows up.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It offers practical tools for testing unhelpful thoughts, reducing worry, improving sleep, and changing behaviors that keep problems going.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for regulating intense emotions and handling stressful interactions. It can be helpful when stress, mood swings, or relationship conflicts make social situations harder to manage.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try strategies, and adjust methods based on what helps most. That decision is collaborative and can change over time as needs and preferences become clearer.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how she currently conducts sessions. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people continue care while managing caregiving, work, or health constraints. Licensed professionals adapt session length and techniques to fit practical needs rather than promising a particular result.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem struggles, grief, caregiving strain, and related issues such as addictions and sleep problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, goal-focused methods and blends approaches like ACT, CBT, DBT, client-centered therapy, and hypnotherapy as tools to help with coping and behavior change.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience as a practicing clinician and holds the LCSW credential in Colorado.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practices in Colorado and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as CO LCSW.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your initial session.