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Brenda Alvarez

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Indigenous Circle of Wellness
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Abandonment, ADD/ADHD,

Introduction

Hi there, I am glad you are here. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I received my Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California State University, Long Beach. I’m a bilingual, Mexican immigrant passionate about working with first-generation folks struggling with identity issues and the challenges of belonging to different communities. I also find so much love in supporting clients in social justice spaces to address burnout and re-imagine sustainable anti-oppressive practices that foster collective liberation. Having worked in different positions throughout different settings that serve historically underserved populations since 2015, I approach therapy through a holistic lens that pays attention to social, biological, spiritual, and psychological needs. I firmly believe in the importance of trauma-informed care and engage in therapeutic practices that promote a mind-body-soul connection. In my practice, I lean into EMDR and somatic practices as a decolonial approach to supporting clients in their trauma healing journey to increase trust in their values, intuition and discernment. I believe individuals thrive when doing what they love while in community with one another.If you're looking for an experiential approach to therapy that acknowledges systemic trauma and and helps support your nervous system reconnect with your body and spirit, we just might be the right fit. Please reach out with any questions.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LMFT #162665 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Families

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • HIV/AIDS

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • African Spirituality
  • Buddhist
  • Catholic
  • Atheist
  • Christian
  • Jehovah's Witnesses
  • Islam
  • Humanism

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Consultation $0
  • Individual Psychotherapy $100 - $200
  • EMDR $135 - $300
  • Family Counseling $300

Locations

Office Long Beach
Long Beach, CA 90803-5968
Phone Appointment
0000, CA 90040
Video Appointment - 10

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Counseling Psychology - California State University, Long Beach
  • Bachelor's Degree, Human Biology - University of California, San Diego

Certifications

  • EMDR trained
  • IFS informed
  • Somatic Experiencing Informed

FAQ

Is Brenda Alvarez accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Brenda Alvarez is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Brenda Alvarez also offers a free consultation.
Does Brenda Alvarez offer telehealth appointments? Brenda Alvarez does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Brenda Alvarez specialize in? Brenda Alvarez specializes in the following areas: Abandonment, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Career Counseling, College Mental Health, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Cultural Adjustment, Depression, Dissociation, Existential Crisis, Family Conflict, Gender Identity, Grief, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Multicultural Concerns, PTSD, Self Esteem, Spirituality and Religion, Transgender Issues, Trauma, and Cultural and Systemic Oppression.
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