Christian Garcia Maravillas
Practical, compassionate therapy with proven techniques
LMFT California
- Experience
- 11 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English, Spanish
About Christian
Christian Garcia Maravillas is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who centers his work on practical, skills-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy alongside client-centered and dialectical behavior therapy tools.
Background and approach
He draws on 11 years of professional experience to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, and self-esteem concerns while also addressing related issues like social anxiety, phobias, guilt and shame, and multicultural concerns. Christian emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate engagement, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s distinct needs.
He supports clients through difficult transitions and painful experiences, offering structured strategies as well as empathetic listening. Sessions are available in English and Spanish, and he works with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns including post-traumatic stress and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD).
Taking the first step toward change can be daunting, and Christian frames his role as a collaborator who helps people build clarity, coping skills, and greater self-understanding. He offers several online session formats so clients can connect in the way that best suits their schedule and circumstances.
Integrating proven approaches into online therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and stress; it often uses practical exercises and homework to build new habits. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, helping people feel heard and respected while exploring their values and goals. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for managing intense emotions and relationship challenges.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions over time, combining supportive listening with skills training and structured techniques so the plan fits each person’s situation.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try out different session rhythms, and access therapy from home or work while working with a licensed professional in California.
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Experience
11+ years
Licensed
California
Languages
English, Spanish