Alma Ventura, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Alma!

I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles. I specialize in helping individuals navigate stress, life transitions, and health-related challenges, including oncology care, in a supportive and culturally responsive space.

My focus

I work with adults from diverse backgrounds who are navigating amxiety, stress, life transitions, and medical or cancer-related experiences. I'm especially passionate about Spanish-speaking clients and providing culturally attuned care.

My approach

I take a collaborative, results-focused approach to therapy, combining evidence-based techniques with a personalized plan for each client. My goal is to help you feel understood while building practice tools to manage challenges and create lasting change.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, engaging, and goal-orientated. I create a safe space where you can be yourself, while also offering clear guidance, honest feedback, and toold you can use in everyday life.

My journey to mental healthcare

As a lifelong Los Angeles resident, I’ve seen firsthand the need for accessible, culturally responsive mental health care. This inspired me to become an LMFT and advocate for diverse communities, including those facing serious health challenges like cancer.

My goals for you

I help clients turn their goals into clear, actionable steps. Together, we build coping strategies, strengthen self-awareness, and track progress so you can see real growth and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges.

Our first session

Your first session is a chance for us to connect and start building a plan tailored to you. We’ll talk through what’s bringing you in, identify your goals, and begin creating a path forward—at a pace that feels comfortable and supportive.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

Depression

Grief

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Relationship Issues

Stress

+ 6 more

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Art Therapy

Mindfulness-Based

+ 3 more

Focus populations

Cancer

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 17 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) Clinical Psychology / Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Alma Ventura