Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
If you are looking for a seasoned, versatile, pragmatic and easy to talk to therapist focused on helping you improve or solve whatever issue(s) you face, I am ready to help when you are. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD in Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy certification from the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, 16 years of very diverse therapeutic experience and 25 years of corporate experience. My practice approach centers on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Research shows that CBT is the gold standard for addressing depression and anxiety-related issues and both are very easy to understand and apply, taking the mystery out of understanding what is going on and how to improve it. Both entail working collaboratively in a structured and pragmatic way to identify and replace self-defeating thoughts and behaviors that may be contributing to the problem. They put an emphasis on here and now solutions and include utilizing concrete strategies and tools that can enable you to cope effectively with your current situation as well as determining and taking steps toward a better future. Both are meant to be short-term and focused on empowering you to become your own therapist.
For clients interested in shadow work, in-depth personal growth and fulfillment, or exploring life patterns, I also work with Jungian or Analytical Psychology core concepts.
My clients appreciate how present and attentive I am and generally everyone is surprised by my ability to remember details of our previous sessions without looking at my notes, making them feel very seen, heard, understood and remembered.
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Dr. Marcia Garceau is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California who combines academic training with practical experience to help people address a wide range of life challenges. She holds a PhD in Behavioral Medicine and Health Psychology and has a certification in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy from the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, along with 16 years of clinical practice and 25 years of experience in the corporate world.
Her clinical approach centers on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), using structured, pragmatic methods to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors while building concrete coping strategies. Research supports CBT as a gold standard for treating depression and anxiety, and both CBT and SFBT emphasize present-focused solutions and practical tools that can be applied quickly to improve daily functioning and work toward longer-term goals. These approaches are intended to be time-limited and to empower individuals to become their own best resource.
For those seeking deeper exploration of life patterns, meaning, or personal transformation, Dr. Garceau also integrates core concepts from Jungian or Analytical Psychology. Clients note her strong presence and attentiveness in sessions, and many are surprised by her ability to recall details from previous meetings without referring to notes, which helps people feel seen, heard, and understood.
Many people want to know whether virtual therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, research indicates that online therapy can be as effective as in-person care for most individuals.
One major benefit is flexibility – clients can choose the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule and to maintain continuity during life’s changes.
All therapists are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to switch practitioners if they feel a different match would be more helpful. Online therapy can provide practical, evidence-based support for many everyday mental health and relationship concerns while offering the convenience to fit into modern life.
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