Licensed to practice in California and accepts 27 insurances. Specializes in Career Counseling, Life Transitions, Self Esteem and 2 more.
I’m Liz Allieu, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Alafia Wellness. I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, and depression so they can heal, thrive, and live authentically. I provide a compassionate, action-oriented space where you can reconnect with your truth and begin to flourish. My style is warm, collaborative, and honest. I believe therapy should feel like both a sanctuary and a strategy session.
In our first session, we’ll explore what brings you to therapy and start identifying patterns that may be holding you back. I’ll ask about your goals, strengths, and any areas where you feel stuck. Together, we’ll co-create a safe and collaborative plan that centers your needs and supports your mental health.
I blend clinical expertise with deep intuition and lived experience to create a warm, empowering space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and rooted in authenticity. I help clients regulate their nervous systems, challenge limiting beliefs, and reconnect with their inner power. Clients often share that they leave sessions with clarity, courage, and practical tools to shift long-standing patterns.
I work best with individuals who are feeling stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm. Many of my clients are high-functioning professionals, adult children of immigrants, or survivors of emotional abuse or religious trauma. They’re ready to challenge old narratives, reclaim their worth, and move from survival mode to self-trust and abundance. I support clients in healing core wounds, improving self-esteem, and building boundaries aligned with their values.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
AvMed
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
IHSS Healthy Workers
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Sutter Health Plan
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I help clients identify their emotions, track their thoughts to identify what is driving the negative behavioral responses. We find replacement behaviors that are in alignment with their desires.
Motivational Interviewing
I ask open ended questions that require self reflection to uncover blocks that are keeping you from achieving your desires.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I believe in your internal resilience and search for past strengths that can assist you in overcoming your current obstacles.
2 ratings with written reviews
September 18, 2025
Honestly, she had the only open session at 7pm. The first session went well, I felt heard and comfortable. I’ll definitely be back. Thank you.
September 17, 2025
Liz professionalism, care for her patient , and her expertise really helpful and helping me work through a lot and providing solutions.