What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Alanna has always been a therapist who I feels listens attentively and who really cares about her clients. She has always met me with compassion and is very attentive. I appreciate the inquisitive questions she asks which helps me get a better understanding of myself and help me reflect further. She has been essential in working through past trauma. She is also very kind and so friendly.”
More than 1 year ago
About Alanna Villanueva
Focus areas
Anxiety
Eating Disorder
Stress
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Infertility Trauma
Work-Related Counseling
Disordered Eating
Peer Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Christian Counseling
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Alanna Villanueva
Hola hola! First off, proud of you for exploring the idea of therapy—it is not easy to take that first step. My name is Alanna Villanueva, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here in California. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from California Baptist University. I genuinely enjoy supporting my clients through the therapeutic process.
My approach
I am going to meet you where you are first and foremost. While doing that, we will explore methods that include a strengths-based approach, which is client-centered and identifies the strengths within yourself, your community, and environment. Regarding behaviors, we will look into health behavior change models and stages of change. We will also examine systems theory—how the systems around you affect who you are and how you behave. An important modality is narrative therapy, which focuses on how you see your story and how it can change moving forward. Additionally, with clients who have challenges with their relationship with food, we will explore principles of intuitive eating and honoring your body.
My focus
My approach is collaborative, culturally minded, authentic (pain is real), and based on evidence and truth. Whether it is a faith crisis, recent or historical traumatic event, challenges with your relationship with food, or navigating new life changes, I am here to walk alongside you in this season. In our sessions together, let’s be real and identify the key area of struggle so you can move forward empowered and free.
My journey to therapy
As a Latina female who decided to become a social worker because I knew God placed a calling on my life to serve others with compassion and dignity, I am here to walk with you to find healing where there is brokenness. I am here doing this work—processing trauma, questions about your faith, and honoring yourself—because it is important, and you are important.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California Baptist University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1558926303
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Alanna has always been a therapist who I feels listens attentively and who really cares about her clients. She has always met me with compassion and is very attentive. I appreciate the inquisitive questions she asks which helps me get a better understanding of myself and help me reflect further. She has been essential in working through past trauma. She is also very kind and so friendly.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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Is Alanna Villanueva accepting new patients?
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What practice does Alanna Villanueva work with?
Alanna Villanueva works with Rula Health - L.A. North.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alanna Villanueva?
Alanna Villanueva frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Alanna Villanueva on their profile.
What languages does Alanna Villanueva speak?
Alanna Villanueva speaks English.