Jessica Garcia, MSW, LCSW
Pronouns: She/Her/Ella
Service Areas: Raleigh, NC & Telehealth
Availability: Limited availability for new clients
Current or past clients can sign into client portal to request a session
Jessica Garcia (she/her/ella) is a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina. Born in Queretaro, Mexico and raised in North Carolina, Jessica is deeply passionate about supporting individuals on their healing journey.
As the owner of Healing Waves Therapy & Counseling, PLLC, she provides a compassionate and culturally attuned space for healing. She specializes in working with adults navigating generational trauma, first-generation experiences, and complex interpersonal and family dynamics. Her approach is rooted in an anti-racist, non-judgmental, self-empowering, and holistic framework that fosters growth and resilience.
Beyond one-on-one therapy, Jessica is dedicated to building community and breaking the stigma around mental health in the Latino community. Through social media and group healing spaces, she creates conversations that empower others to embrace their journey of self-discovery and well-being.
In her free time, Jessica enjoys reading, yoga, boxing, caring for her plant babies, trying new restaurants, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Appointment Types
In-person
Virtual
Populations Served
Individuals ages 18+
Approaches & Certifications
Trauma-Informed, Strengths-Based Care
Culturally Responsive & Identity-Affirming Therapy
Internal Family Systems Informed Therapy (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Somatic Embodiment Certified
Self-compassion Practices
Brainspotting (BSP)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
200hr Yoga Teacher Training
Areas of Focus & Specialization
Generational and intergenerational trauma
First-generation experiences and identity development
Complex interpersonal and family dynamics
Mother wound and attachment-related wounds
Adult children of emotionally immature or unavailable caregivers
Anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns
Cultural, racial, and identity-based stressors
Healing from childhood trauma and relational patterns
About Jessica’s Approach
Jessica’s approach is rooted in culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and somatic-based care. She specializes in supporting first-generation individuals, eldest daughters, and first-time parents as they navigate attachment wounds, mother-daughter relationships, and life transitions. Through self-compassion, body-based practices, and empowerment-focused work, Jessica helps clients reconnect with a sense of safety in their bodies, move through emotions rather than suppress them, and develop healthier boundaries. She guides clients in understanding that setting limits is an act of self-love, supporting them in reclaiming control and cultivating comfort, resilience, and deeper self-trust after trauma or unhealthy relationships.
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