Dedicated EMDR Trauma Therapy in California & NEW YORK
Helping you heal trauma through EMDR Therapy so you can confidently live the life you deserve.
You’re trying to heal from childhood trauma that is now creating an impact in your life as an adult.
You’ve experienced trauma – either physical, emotional, or sexual –
and are now wondering if you’ll be this way forever.
You’re a hardworking professional, yet you’re constantly unsure of yourself. Maybe you’re questioning your self worth and wondering why you feel so different. You have big emotions that you’re unsure you can change.
You experience self-doubt, live in guilt and shame, and feel like a disappointment to yourself and others. You recognize that you can do some good things, but most of the time, it all feels wrong.
Maybe you struggle in romantic relationships, wondering if you will find a partner, if you deserve the partner you have, or if “this is it” when it comes to your partner. You often don’t feel fulfilled in your relationship, but can’t effectively express your needs.
you’re here because
You want something different.
You’re tired of doing the same things hoping for a different result.
You typically live in survival mode and while it’s scary, you know that something needs to change. And now you’re ready to challenge yourself, answer the difficult questions, ask the hard questions, and have the hard conversations to really explore what you want, need, and deserve.
a message from the founder,
Patricia Alvarado, MA, LPCC, LMHC
Hi, I’m Patricia.
Reaching out and seeking therapy is hard…believe me, I’ve been there. It’s tough having to look in the mirror and know that we can’t do it alone.
With EMDR therapy, what you hope for can become a reality. You’ll begin to notice the power that you truly have and to really lean into choice. You’ll begin to recognize the power that you have within yourself and that you can do much more than you think.
Two things can be true at once. Yes, we can have a difficult time, yes we have experienced trauma, AND we are also okay right now. We are not in danger right now. We can see the glass half full instead of half empty. You can lean into your own power, and recognize that you are not actually as powerless as you feel.
At Alvarado Therapy, we believe that trauma can heal and relationships can prosper. We look forward to connecting with you soon!
Meet the Team
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Patricia Alvarado
Attachment Wounds
Trauma, Complex Trauma & PTSD -
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Vanessa Gutierrez
PTSD
LGBTQ -
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Adriana Naranjo
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)/Domestic Abuse (DV)
Adults Dealing with Emotionally Immature People -
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Yesenia Guerrero
Relationship Stressors (Friendships, Family, Romantic, DV)
First Gen Experiences -
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Nayeli Gonzalez
First Gen Experiences
Life Transitions
How We Can Help
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Online individual counseling offers a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your experiences, while online EMDR therapy provides a structured method to reprocess traumatic memories, reduce distress, and promote healing.
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EMDR Intensives, available both online and in-person, provides a unique opportunity that allows you to participate in several hours of focused therapy over a few days, resulting in faster symptom relief and deeper processing of traumatic experiences.
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Whether your relationship is facing challenges or you're looking to strengthen your bond, our online couples therapy sessions are designed to support both you and your relationship. Together, we'll overcome obstacles and help you reach new heights of connection and understanding.
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If you've endured the trauma of a serious crime, our aim is to provide a safe space where you can process that trauma and start rebuilding your life. We're here to support your healing through specialized techniques like EMDR and other evidence-based trauma-focused therapies.
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We partner with local immigration offices to offer comprehensive psychological evaluations via video calls for clients in California and New York. Our evaluations support immigration cases such as U-Visa, T-Visa, Extreme Hardship Waiver, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and Asylum.
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