Maria Garcia-Alcazar, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Maria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Maria is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Maria
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I believe in continual growth and learning within the LGBTQ+ community. I support the healing of those feeling invisible, communities impacted by spiritual abuse, and those with complex traumas.
As a therapist, I bring compassion, empathy, and a safe space to explore stress and difficult life events. My approach to therapy is that everyone has a meaningful story that deserves to be heard. I believe everyone deserves a space of non-judgment in their most vulnerable times to make meaning of life’s struggles. Everyone goes through pain but perseverance and finding purpose brings healing. My job is to help facilitate this growth in a way that is client-driven and motivated.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
Licenses
Maria Garcia-Alcazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982030870.
- LCSW · California · 72685 · Renews November 2025
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Maria Garcia-Alcazar offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maria Garcia-Alcazar works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Maria Garcia-Alcazar speak?
Maria Garcia-Alcazar speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Maria Garcia-Alcazar have?
Maria Garcia-Alcazar has 9 years of experience.
Where is Maria Garcia-Alcazar licensed to practice?
Maria Garcia-Alcazar is licensed to practice in California.
Does Maria Garcia-Alcazar accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Maria Garcia-Alcazar does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Maria Garcia-Alcazar offer?
Maria Garcia-Alcazar offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Maria Garcia-Alcazar?
Maria Garcia-Alcazar can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Maria Garcia-Alcazar?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.