About
- Anxiety and depression
- Caregiver support
- ACT and CBT
About Karla
Karla Garcia-Velez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Colorado with seven years of practice as an LCSW. She works with adults on concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, grief, caregiver strain, life transitions, addiction, relationship and family issues, and sleep difficulties. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Karla adapts her approach to the person in front of her rather than using one fixed method. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered work, and hypnotherapy when these fit a person's needs. She also uses perspectives from systems work, somatic methods, and solution-focused strategies as appropriate.
In practical terms she helps people set clear, manageable goals and practices they can use between meetings. That might include noticing patterns of thought, trying small behavioral changes, or learning new ways to handle strong emotions. She pays attention to caregiver stress, chronic illness effects, and end-of-life or hospice related concerns when those are part of the problem.
Karla emphasizes building a respectful working relationship first. From there she helps people choose goals that feel useful and realistic. She offers direct coaching-style suggestions as well as reflective conversation, depending on what someone needs that week.
She has experience supporting adults through career questions, commitment and communication problems, body image and fertility concerns, and challenges that come from family of origin issues. If language or session format is important, confirm the current options before booking.
How sessions work
How her approaches are used with online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action. It helps when people feel stuck by unhelpful thoughts or when they want to rebuild routines after big life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and practices small changes. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing stress in daily life.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches specific skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication. This can be useful for someone who needs concrete tools to reduce overwhelm and improve relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Karla will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to try based on their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean mixing techniques week to week and checking in about what helps most.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people choose online sessions because they fit into a workday, avoid travel time, or make it easier to follow through with short, regular check-ins. Others prefer longer sessions for in-depth discussion or practical coaching tasks. Ask about session length and whether options like shorter check-ins or standard therapy sessions are available when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, caregiver strain, relationship and family problems, sleep issues, ADHD, and life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She adapts methods to each person and uses approaches such as ACT, CBT, DBT, client-centered work, and hypnotherapy when appropriate.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing as an LCSW in Colorado with seven years of experience.
Where is she based and licensed?
She is licensed as an LCSW in Colorado and practices with that credential in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin scheduling with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.