Dr. Alaina Gold, PhD, CA | Psychotherapist

About Dr. Alaina Gold

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Alaina Gold

Maybe you’re tired of getting stuck in the same painful cycles—having the same arguments, feeling misunderstood, or growing further apart from the person you love. You want to feel close again, yet instead you’re left wondering if real change is even possible. It’s hard to know how to heal the relationships that matter most. That’s where the deeper work begins.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I help couples and individuals approach familiar conversations in new ways—opening space for understanding, compassion, and lasting change. Together, we’ll explore what’s underneath the conflict so you can reconnect with yourself and each other. My approach is personalized, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based methods, tailored to best support you.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office locations

Dr. Alaina Gold, PhD also offers online video visits for patients

Compass Therapy (1 of 2)

4063 Birch St, Ste 220, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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Compass Therapy (2 of 2)

1990 S Bundy Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90025

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Education and background

Practice names

Compass Therapy

Education and training

University of Southern California, PhD in Psychology

NPI number

1629746474

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Alaina Gold?

Generally, Dr. Alaina Gold has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Gold's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Alaina Gold accepting new patients?

Dr. Alaina Gold generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Gold's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Alaina Gold accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Alaina Gold online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Gold using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Alaina Gold work with?

Dr. Alaina Gold works with Compass Therapy.

Where is Dr. Alaina Gold's office located?

Dr. Alaina Gold has 3 office locations, including in Markleeville, Newport Beach, and Los Angeles, view full addresses on Dr. Gold's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alaina Gold?

Dr. Alaina Gold frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alaina Gold on their profile.