After trying a few therapists, I finally connected with Gia! Gia is always fully engaged. She is a great active listener and asks relevant questions that give me great perspective. I look forward to my sessions with Gia.
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Gia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Gia. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Gia is a great therapist, willing to listen and work with me patiently
More about Gia
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I am a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you already have many of the strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges in your life.
I obtained my undergraduate degrees, a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology and Political Science from U.C. Irvine and I earned my Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology from Chapman University in Orange, CA. After getting my license and working in the field of psychotherapy, I took time off to have a family before returning to counseling. I have worked in private practice and in schools. I am also dually certified in Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) as both a Mental Health Practitioner and an Equine Specialist.
My therapeutic approach is based in working with the client to help guide them in finding, within themselves, the solutions that best meet their needs. As mentioned above, I believe you are the expert on you and uncovering solutions that you will most naturally and comfortably use is the goal. Becoming aware of and tapping into those hidden resources and then connecting them to your life situations will be part of our work together. I do use some Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy as well as Interpersonal Therapy resources to assist in recognizing and uncovering solutions.
Taking that first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and shows your willingness to tackle some areas of your life that just aren't working the way you would like. I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295415362.
- LMFT · California · 41967 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Gia Castiglia Schwarzer
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
After trying a few therapists, I finally connected with Gia! Gia is always fully engaged. She is a great active listener and asks relevant questions that give me great perspective. I look forward to my sessions with Gia.
Gia is a great therapist, willing to listen and work with me patiently
Gia is great! She listens closely and helps guide me through all my issues. I would highly recommend her!
I feel SO lucky to have Gia help me navigate through my issues. She is patient, respectful, non-judgmental. She asks me questions which prompt me to see things from a different angle. In each session, I learn something about myself. I SO appreciate her.
Gia has been an excellent source and support system! She is understanding and kind and works off the clock to always respond to my messages. I would recommend Gia to any new patient seeking therapy. She sends me worksheets and talks my anxiety out to show me another perspective. I am grateful to have Gia as a support system.
Gia has been a great resource. She is always responsive and accommodating. She gives meaningful feedback, but is patient enough to hear the whole story and let the dialogue lead to where it needs to go.
She always checks in with me mid week and remembers little details of what’s going on with me!
She is great. Not only does she listen in here what you're saying, but she also gives you insight and shows you things from the outside looking in. Out of the three other therapists I've dealt with on this app, she is by far the best
I appreciate that Gia checks in on me between our sessions and remembers current events Im going through.
Gia is amazing and has been so helpful to me! She really listens to what I'm saying. She asks me questions that get me to think on a deeper level. She offers guidance and suggestions that have been really helpful to me to help me work through my issues. I never feel rushed and I feel like she really cares about helping me!
Frequently asked questions
Does Gia Castiglia Schwarzer offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Gia Castiglia Schwarzer 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 Gia Castiglia Schwarzer speak?
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer speaks English.
How many years of experience does Gia Castiglia Schwarzer have?
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer has 7 years of experience.
Where is Gia Castiglia Schwarzer licensed to practice?
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer is licensed to practice in California.
Does Gia Castiglia Schwarzer accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Gia Castiglia Schwarzer 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Gia Castiglia Schwarzer offer?
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Gia Castiglia Schwarzer?
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer 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 Gia Castiglia Schwarzer?
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.
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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.