Do you struggle with low self-esteem, shame, or self-judgment? Do you have trouble regulating big emotions? Are you feeling lost, stuck, or miserable? Are you having difficulty accepting your current life circumstances? I am here to help you find a pathway forward, and to guide you towards a life of meaning, joy, and contentment. Life does not have
Every conversation makes a difference. The differences may be subtle or they can be life-changing. I work in a direct and warm manner, creating an environment that is dynamic and safe. The therapeutic relationship is a very important one and can provide the basis for navigating through difficult life transitions, improving communication skills, hea
Codependency, alcoholism, compulsive behaviors, addictions and Al-Anon related issues often begin as coping mechanisms but eventually become the main problem in a person’s life. I use an integrated approach based on negative core belief work, 12-Step related tools, boundary modeling and psychodynamic-attachment theory to help clients process,
You are a creative type and are likely struggling with the existential issues of our generation, such as feeling disconnected or lonely, navigating a chaotic and ever-changing political climate, and a seeing a bleak outlook for the future. While on the surface it might look like you have it all together, inside you might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or
Greetings, I'm thrilled that you've embarked on this journey of self-reflection, growth, and healing. I'm Patricia Alvarado, with over a decade of experience in the helping profession, working with children, teens, and adults. I approach my work through a multicultural lens, allowing me to grasp your unique needs through active listenin
I help people who are seeking emotional balance in their lives with people who have been diagnosed with, a non-life threatening, chronic condition including mood disorders. It can really be emotionally overwhelming to handle so many life changes. My goal, along with the goals that you bring to the table, is to increase the number of go-to evidence
I work from a Strengths-Based, Existential and Solution-Focused perspective. In plain English: we talk one human to another about what it's like to live in this ever-changing world. In those conversations, I help you rediscover your strengths, which are the tools you use to reach your goals.
I use an eclectic approach to determine what encouraged each client to sit down with me. I take a personal and family history and look at obstacles that are blocking a client from moving forward. With couples I take histories together, focusing on communication skills and their individual stories, which reveal what each person brings into the rela
It is my goal to help clients actualize their full potential and resolve challenges in their lives. By working in collaboration with clients, we will discover what is getting in the way of you fulfilling your hopes and dreams. You may be feeling stuck, unmotivated, or hopeless because of past hurts, conflicts, and doubts you may have experienced. Y
Realizing that you aren’t where you want to be is scary. For many of us, continuing along without changing is likely to result in developing meaningless habits: ruminating, substance abuse, unhealthy hookups, too much time with technology, ignoring your work-relationships, etc. Was there a point in your life where you did feel alive, connecte
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