Virginia Alvizo, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Virginia!

I have a very open-minded style, but can also be transparent to help motivate & challenge you. I specialize & enjoy working with others in Self-love, relationship stressors/issues, personal growth, individualization, stress management, communication, parenting skills, & so much more. Not providing couples/marriage therapy.

My focus

I love working with Adults who are in college, single adults going through life changes, single parents, and mothers who have just given birth to provide extra support & guidance on a new adjustment in life. My clients are ready to make positive changes, grow, become more self-aware, & stable.

My approach

I use Cognitive behavioral therapy to help others understand how their thoughts, emotions, & behaviors can all be connected & impact an individuals decision making. My goal is to help you create meaningful change in your life. I love exploring self-awareness & self-love. I provide support & guidance as they navigate these life transitions.

My communication style

I create a comfortable, judgment-free environment where you can be open and transparent about your true feelings. I'll challenge you when needed to help you gain growth and awareness of your own unhealthy patterns. I will explain what being challenged and transparent approach looks like during our introduction, so you know what to expect.

My journey to mental healthcare

Successful treatment looks different for each client, depending on what brings you to therapy. You'll reach a point where you no longer need me and can implement the tools you've learned into everyday life. We'll explore these tools together so you can make progress toward your mental health goals.

My goals for you

I love spreading knowledge to help others reach their mental health & personal goals. Mental & personal growth are essential for making meaningful progress. I believe that on the other side of fear is success. I enjoy making a difference in others’ lives. I believe that “On the other side of FEAR is SUCCESS.” Let’s work together to create change.

Our first session

We'll start with brief introduction of who I am & my role. We will explore your life history & reasons that bring you to therapy to better understand your needs & create a plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. I will provide brief description of my background & work experience as a way for you to better understand my therapeutic style.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

Single Mother

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

USC PPO / EPO Plan
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Science in Counseling, Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from University of Phoenix and a Master of Arts (MA) from University of Phoenix.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Virginia Alvizo