Blanca Garcia
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in trauma-informed therapy and crisis intervention. Facilitated psychoeducational groups and developed individualized treatment plans. Bilingual in Spanish and English, fostering collaboration and enhancing client resilience through compassionate support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Blanca Garcia Therapy- Private Practice at Self
San Antonio, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered trauma-informed individual therapy to adolescents and adults, addressing anxiety, depression, family conflict, and abuse recovery, fostering resilience and recovery.
- Conducted comprehensive intakes and biopsychosocial assessments to develop tailored treatment plans, enhancing client engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
- Facilitated couple’s therapy focused on infidelity, life transitions, discernment, and parenting issues, promoting communication and relationship strengthening.
- Maintained detailed clinical documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards, including progress notes, treatment plans, and informed consent.
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Private Practice, Supervised by Betsabé Rubio, LMFT, LPC
San Antonio, USA
07.2019 - 12.2024
- Provided trauma-informed individual therapy to clients across the lifespan, including adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, family conflict, and abuse recovery.
- Facilitated psychoeducational and process groups on domestic violence, healthy relationships, boundaries, and emotional regulation to promote client awareness and coping strategies.
- Completed comprehensive intakes and biopsychosocial assessments to develop tailored treatment plans addressing clients' unique needs.
- Maintained detailed clinical documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards, ensuring accuracy and compliance for client treatment continuity.
- Collaborated with supervisors to refine therapeutic skills and ensure ethical, evidence-based practice.
Intern Therapist
Family Violence Prevention Center
San Antonio, USA
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Conducted client assessments and safety planning to promote physical and emotional well-being.
- Delivered psychoeducation on the dynamics of abuse and supported clients in building resilience and self-efficacy.
- Developed trust and rapport with clients facing acute trauma and long-term psychological effects.
- Supported survivors of intimate partner violence through individual counseling and support groups.
School-Based Therapy Intern
Salinas Elementary School, Judson ISD
San Antonio, USA
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Delivered in-class therapeutic and behavioral support to empower students facing social, emotional, or academic challenges.
- Guided school staff on therapeutic strategies, fostering student success and improving classroom dynamics.
- Participated in student support team meetings, IEP development, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensured compliance with FERPA and HIPAA standards while maintaining confidential student records.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
St. Mary’s University
San Antonio, TX05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish and Psychology
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX05.2002
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
- Marriage & Family Therapy
- Domestic Violence Intervention
- Psychoeducation & Group Facilitation
- Bilingual Communication (Spanish/English)
- Classroom instruction and behavior management
- IEP Process & Special Education Support
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Crisis Intervention & Safety Planning
- Clinical Documentation & Case Management
- Cultural Inclusive Practice
- Community-Based Mental Health
Certification
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Texas
• Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MFT-A), Texas
• EMDR-Trained
• Gottman Levels 1 and 2
• Secondary Teaching Certificate (Spanish, Grades 6–12), Texas
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking
• Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MFT-A), Texas
• EMDR-Trained
• Gottman Levels 1 and 2
• Secondary Teaching Certificate (Spanish, Grades 6–12), Texas
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking
Clinical And Counseling Experience
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Blanca Garcia Therapy- Private Practice at Self, San Antonio, TX, 01/25, Current, Provided trauma-informed individual therapy to clients across the lifespan, including adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, family conflict, and abuse recovery., Completed comprehensive intakes and biopsychosocial assessments to inform individualized treatment plans., Provided couple’s therapy in areas of infidelity, life transitions, discernment and parenting issues., Maintained detailed clinical documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards, including progress notes, treatment plans, and informed consent.
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Private Practice, Supervised by Betsabé Rubio, LMFT, LPC, San Antonio, TX, 07/19, 12/24, Provided trauma-informed individual therapy to clients across the lifespan, including adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, family conflict, and abuse recovery., Facilitated psychoeducational and process groups on topics such as domestic violence, healthy relationships, boundaries, and emotional regulation., Completed comprehensive intakes and biopsychosocial assessments to inform individualized treatment plans., Maintained detailed clinical documentation in accordance with ethical and legal standards, including progress notes, treatment plans, and informed consent., Collaborated with supervisors to refine therapeutic skills and ensure ethical, evidence-based practice.
- Intern Therapist, Family Violence Prevention Center, San Antonio, TX, 01/14, 08/14, Supported survivors of intimate partner violence through individual counseling and support groups., Conducted client assessments and safety planning to promote physical and emotional well-being., Delivered psychoeducation on the dynamics of abuse and supported clients in building resilience and self-efficacy., Developed trust and rapport with clients facing acute trauma and long-term psychological effects.
- School-Based Therapy Intern, Salinas Elementary School, Judson ISD, San Antonio, TX, 01/14, 05/14, Provided in-class therapeutic and behavioral support to students experiencing social, emotional, or academic challenges., Participated in student support team meetings, IEP development, and parent-teacher conferences., Advised school staff on therapeutic strategies to enhance student success and classroom dynamics., Maintained confidential student records in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA standards.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Blanca Garcia Therapy- Private Practice at Self
01.2025 - Current
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Private Practice, Supervised by Betsabé Rubio, LMFT, LPC
07.2019 - 12.2024
Intern Therapist
Family Violence Prevention Center
01.2014 - 08.2014
School-Based Therapy Intern
Salinas Elementary School, Judson ISD
01.2014 - 05.2014
Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
St. Mary’s University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish and Psychology
University of Texas at Austin