She’s seriously the best therapist ever!! Always so happy to talk to her!
Karla Garcia-Velez, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Karla is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Karla. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Colorado
Recent reviews
Karla has been wonderful. My time with her is effective and thoughtful. We’ve worked through a lot of things I’ve struggled with, and there’s no judgment, only kindness. I always look forward to our conversations because Karla continues to add to my toolbox, and I have grown as a person thanks to it. She has really helped me heal my inner child, and to be kinder to myself.
More about Karla
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I have been practicing social work for over 10 years. I have worked with individuals who are suffering from anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, grief, chronic illness, caregiver stress, life transitions, and many more.
I believe in assessing each person’s needs individually and adjusting my counseling modalities to fit that individual. Every person is unique and should be treated as such. Many perspectives influence my practice, such as solution focused, strength based, systems, somatic and cognitive behavioral. I will draw upon one or more of these, depending on your specific needs.
I believe it takes strength to reach out for help, and I commend you on taking that step. I believe a client-therapist relationship requires trust and mutual respect to create the change or achieve the outcome that you desire. I will first build that foundation and then will guide you in reaching the goals you wish to achieve. I will also help guide you in deciding your goals based on your individual needs and concerns.
I look forward to meeting you and assisting you through this process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Sleeping disorders
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Multicultural concerns
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Karla Garcia-Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922583020.
- LCSW · Colorado · 09925572 · Expires August 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 Karla Garcia-Velez
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She’s seriously the best therapist ever!! Always so happy to talk to her!
Karla has been wonderful. My time with her is effective and thoughtful. We’ve worked through a lot of things I’ve struggled with, and there’s no judgment, only kindness. I always look forward to our conversations because Karla continues to add to my toolbox, and I have grown as a person thanks to it. She has really helped me heal my inner child, and to be kinder to myself.
I’ve been working with Karla for a couple months now and she is the kindest, most understanding, and respectful therapist I’ve had in a very long time. She makes sure to respond to messages within a timely manner and is always on time to our sessions. She has lots of expertise and knowledge about a wide array of subjects. I feel Karla provides the perfect blend of somatic work and therapeutic skills that have helped me with not only long term mental health concerns, but also day to day stuff that everyone goes through! I highly recommend connecting with Karla if you feel she might be a good fit.
Karla is a great therapist and knows when to listen versus provide feedback and advice. She is very goal driven based on each person’s needs, and wants you to see results as soon as possible. I highly recommend her!
Karla has been a fantastic therapist, I'd highly recommend her for anyone else!
Karla always makes me feel like I am her only client. She always remembers everything we talk about and she never seems annoyed or distracted by anything. She is understanding with everything we talk about and her follow through is amazing. I’m so happy with Karla.
Karla is good at what she does she has helped gain my confidence and high self esteem back from her counselling sessions. She is a great listener and has given me good feedback and worksheets to help.
Frequently asked questions
Does Karla Garcia-Velez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karla Garcia-Velez 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 Karla Garcia-Velez speak?
Karla Garcia-Velez speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Karla Garcia-Velez have?
Karla Garcia-Velez has 7 years of experience.
Where is Karla Garcia-Velez licensed to practice?
Karla Garcia-Velez is licensed to practice in Colorado.
Does Karla Garcia-Velez accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karla Garcia-Velez does not accept 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 Karla Garcia-Velez offer?
Karla Garcia-Velez offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Karla Garcia-Velez?
Karla Garcia-Velez 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 Karla Garcia-Velez?
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