Virgen Garcia Figueroa, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW

Virgen Garcia Figueroa works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, bipolar challenges, anger, and trouble coping with life changes. She also helps people with attention-deficit concerns and family-related stress. Virgen speaks English and Spanish and practices in Florida. She keeps sessions warm and interactive. Conversations focus on what matters to the individual. She uses reflective questions to help people notice patterns and try new ways of coping. Her approach blends practical tools and listening. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, for example, looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions. Other methods she uses help build motivation, manage strong emotions, and let the person tell their story in a new way. Virgen holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with credentials listed as LCSW-C and LCSW in Florida. She has around 10 years of experience in behavioral health and counseling roles. Sessions are adapted to each person. The therapist and client work together to set goals and try steps that fit day-to-day life. Progress is measured by whether new strategies help with mood, relationships, or daily functioning. People who prefer Spanish are welcome to speak in that language. The overall focus is practical change through steady, compassionate conversation and down-to-earth coping skills.

Using proven approaches through online sessions

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different actions to change mood and behavior. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so the person can lead the pace and goals. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance and clarity about their own priorities. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships, which can be helpful for anger and intense emotional states.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which tools to try and adjust the plan over time based on what works for daily life.

Online therapy offers flexible options like video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video works well for deeper conversations and skill practice. Phone calls can fit a short check-in or someone with limited bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging let people share updates or get quick support between sessions. These formats make it easier to schedule therapy around work, school, and family demands while still using evidence-based approaches.