Our Clinical Team

  • Latina therapist providing virtual trauma therapy in North Carolina

    Jessica Garcia, MSW, LCSW

    Currently accepting new clients

    Available In-Person (Raleigh, NC) & Telehealth

    Jessica (she/her/ella) is a bilingual (Spanish/English) therapist and founder of Healing Waves Therapy & Counseling, PLLC in North Carolina. Born in Queretaro, Mexico and raised in NC, she created her group practice to increase representation and provide culturally responsive care for the Latinx community. Jessica specializes in working with adults navigating generational trauma, first-generation experiences, and complex family dynamics. Her approach is holistic, anti-racist, and empowerment-focused. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, boxing, plants, good food, and time with loved ones.

  • Latina Mental Health Therapist

    Tamara Vazquez, MSW, LCSWA

    Currently accepting new clients for February 2026

    Available In-Person (Raleigh, NC) & Telehealth

    Tamara (she/her/ella) is a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate at Healing Waves Therapy & Counseling PLLC. Originally from Puerto Rico, she offers a compassionate, strengths-based approach and has experience supporting individuals impacted by depression, trauma, substance use, and life stressors. Tamara is committed to creating a supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.

  • Latina Mental Health Therapist

    Irma Castro-Vergara, MSW, LCSWA

    Currently accepting new clients

    Telehealth Only

    Irma is a bilingual LCSWA at Healing Waves Therapy & Counseling PLLC. She earned her MSW from UNC Charlotte and is passionate about supporting clients through anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions. She offers a compassionate, culturally responsive space and uses approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and relational work. Irma values meeting clients where they are and integrating their cultural and spiritual backgrounds. Outside of therapy, she enjoys traveling, quality time with loved ones, and scrapbooking.

  • irming Therapist Providing Individual Therapy to adult clients in Raleigh and virtual services

    Charlotte Shoneman, MSW, LCSWA

    Currently accepting new clients

    Available In-Person (Raleigh, NC) & Telehealth

    Charlotte (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A) and UNC Chapel Hill graduate. She works with individuals and partners ages 16+ navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Charlotte creates a supportive, affirming space and uses an eclectic, evidence-based approach including DBT, CBT, ACT, and EFT. Outside of therapy, she enjoys reading, knitting, gardening, and spending time with her dog Clover.

  • Bilingual mental health MSW intern

    Kamaria Faison, MSW Clinical Intern

    Currently accepting new clients

    Available In-Person (Raleigh, NC) & Telehealth

    Kamaria (she/her) is a bilingual Social Worker from Durham, NC with over a decade of community-based experience. She is pursuing her Master of Social Work at UNC Chapel Hill and has worked extensively with marginalized communities, including Latine, gender-diverse, refugee, and Black populations. Kamaria is passionate about creating a space where clients feel seen and heard. Outside of work, Kamaria enjoys gardening and discovering new eateries.

Our Admin Team

  • Latina Volunteer Mental Health

    Estephanie Linares-Client Care & Administrative Support Coordinator

    Estephanie is a proud daughter of Salvadoran immigrants, born and raised in Raleigh, NC. She is a non-traditional student at NC State University pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Social Work, driven by her passion for mental health and social justice. As a volunteer with Healing Waves Therapy & Counseling, she is inspired by the team’s dedication and the meaningful impact they make in their community.

  • Latina Mental Health Therapist

    Future Team Member

    Interested in volunteering or interning with Healing Waves Therapy & Counseling?
    We love supporting future social workers and mental health professionals in their growth. If you’re interested in joining our team as a volunteer or intern, please contact Jessica Garcia, LCSW at jessica@healingwavestherapypllc.com.

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