I’m Monica Alvarez, an LCPC licensed in California and Illinois and I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma, and I’m EMDR-certified to help clients process and heal from traumatic experiences. My goal is to create a supportive, compassionate space where you can grow and thrive. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and healing.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know each other, explore your background, and discuss the symptoms you’re experiencing. Together, we’ll create meaningful goals for therapy to guide your journey toward healing and growth. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My greatest strength as a therapist is my ability to empathize deeply with what you’re going through. Having faced my own life challenges, I bring a unique understanding and compassion to our work together. I combine spirituality, CBT techniques, and mindfulness to help you grow, heal, and turn challenges into opportunities for positive change.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, parenting struggles, and women’s reproductive issues. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I also provide psychological evaluations for immigration cases, including VAWA, political asylum, and hardship waivers. With a focus on trauma and family dynamics, I create a warm and supportive space to help you heal, grow, and find balance in your life.

About Monica Alvarez

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