Hello, my name is Oneida Alvarado, I am licensed in California with over 8 years of professional work experience in mental health. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma, and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. Taking the first step to seek a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

My approach

I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma, and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

My focus

I have experience in helping young adults, children, and adolescent clients along with family work.

My communication style

I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

My journey to therapy

I like to work with clients to assist them to meet their needs through a nonjudgmental setting along with allowing them to feel heard/understood. My journey throughout my career has been challenging with family, illnesses, and children along with work stressors and I have learned a lot of life lessons. I want to be able to provide a supportive environment for my clients to be about to identify their strengths and get through difficult times in their life.

My goals for you

I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

My first session with you

During our session. I will focus on building rapport/trust and meeting you where you are at in your journey. I will also work with you on identifying your goals and what you would like to see throughout treatment.