MD, LCSW-C, LCSW
Virgen Garcia Figueroa, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW
- Experience10 years
- LocationFlorida
- Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
- Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
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About Virgen
Virgen Garcia Figueroa is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem concerns, family issues, grief, bipolar disorder, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
Background and approach
She brings 10 years of clinical experience and blends evidence-based strategies with a warm, interactive style to support people navigating difficult emotions and life transitions. Virgen prioritizes respectful, compassionate interactions and adapts her approach to each person's needs, using reflective questions and collaborative planning to foster growth and change.
Trained in both English and Spanish, she integrates a range of therapeutic methods including client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, and solution-focused techniques. Virgen emphasizes tailoring conversations and treatment plans so that interventions match individual goals and strengths.
She encourages those ready to begin a process of self-discovery and healing to reach out and take the first step toward change.
Approaches in Online Therapy and What They Offer
Client-centered therapy centers on the individual's experience and emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people feel heard and supported while exploring their goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood concerns. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can be useful for intense emotions and self-management.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and the therapist will work together with the client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Treatment planning is collaborative and flexible, allowing adjustments as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with this clinician is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier and help integrate therapy into a busy life. These formats provide flexibility for ongoing work, quick check-ins, or paced skill-building while keeping the focus on practical support and progress.
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Experience
10+ years
Licensed
Florida, Texas, Maryland
Languages
English, Spanish
What Virgen can help with
Virgen Garcia Figueroa works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger management, and self esteem.
Virgen has experience working with individuals struggling with negative self-talk, low self-esteem, substance use, depression, anxiety, and history of trauma.
How Virgen approaches therapy
Virgen's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Experience and training
Virgen is an MD practicing in Florida.