Therapist profile
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer, LMFT
California
California LMFT - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, California / 41967
- NPI1295415362
- Experience7 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Parenting challenges
- Young adult issues
About Gia
Gia Castiglia Schwarzer is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with seven years of clinical experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, and addresses anger, grief, addictions, self-esteem, and related life changes. Gia works with young adult issues as well and uses practical strategies in sessions.
Gia holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Political Science from U.C. Irvine and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Chapman University. She has practiced in private practice and in school settings. After becoming licensed she took time away to raise a family and later returned to counseling work.
Her approach centers on the belief that clients know their own story and already have strengths to rely on. Sessions focus on identifying those strengths and connecting them to current problems. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and interpersonal methods to point out patterns and try new responses.
In conversation she helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. The work is practical - testing small changes, reflecting on what helps, and building routines that fit daily life. For anger this can mean spotting triggers, trying different reactions, and practicing new ways to speak up without escalating.
Gia frames the work as collaborative. She guides people to find solutions they can use naturally. The goal is clearer choices and more control over how stress and strong feelings affect daily life.
How sessions work
How CBT and collaborative work translate to online sessions
Gia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a core method. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and managing stress in everyday situations.She also draws on interpersonal techniques to examine relationship patterns and communication habits. That approach looks at how interactions with others keep problems going and what different responses might look like in real life.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will decide together which methods to try based on goals and preferences. This makes it easier to test techniques and adjust the plan as progress is noticed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They can also let someone work on communication skills and CBT exercises in the context of their everyday routine.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, relationship strain, grief, and self-esteem issues. Anger is listed among the concerns she helps people manage.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, strengths-focused style and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Sessions emphasize noticing patterns and trying concrete changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional work experience in psychotherapy. That experience includes time in private practice and work in schools.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT - and practices in California.
Does she offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and getting started handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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