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she/her
Joanna GarayLPCC
Nice to meet you
If you’re struggling with attachment issues, life transitions, trauma, racial stress, addiction, anxiety, or depression, you don’t have to face it alone. If you’re feeling misunderstood, isolated, or like a burden to those around you, I am here to hold space for you. Sometimes life feels dark, stagnant, or far from what we expected, and simple reassurance isn’t enough. I can help you process emotions, gain new perspectives, and develop tools to help life feel meaningful again. Healing takes time, space, and support. I offer services in both Spanish and English.
About Joanna
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Blue Shield of California, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard, Centivo, Out-of-pocket
Communication Style
Authentic, Direct, Empowering, Engaging, Warm
Focus areas
Anxiety, Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
BIPOC, First responders, Geriatric clients, Immigrants, Parents, Students, Veterans
Years of Experience
2+
If you’re feeling misunderstood, isolated, or like a burden to those around you, I am here to hold space for you.
License number
#18265
Approaches
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Harm Reduction
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Education
Master of Science Rehabilitation Counseling, San Diego State University
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, California
Interests
I enjoy traveling, spending time with my dogs, and finding cute coffee shops.
License details
Joanna Garay,
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
#18265 (exp December 2026)