Arissa Alvarez, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Arissa Alvarez

Focus areas

Childhood Trauma

Peer Relationship Struggles

Self Esteem Issues

Coping Mechanism Development

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Stress

Life Transition

Racism Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Compassion Focused

Coaching

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Arissa Alvarez

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California, dedicated to helping you navigate anxiety, stress, depression, or ADHD. I blend evidence-based cognitive approaches with mindfulness techniques to help manage symptoms while rediscovering your sense of safety and possibility. What makes our work special is how we'll highlight your unique strengths and celebrate every step forward together. I create a space where we can tackle difficult topics while still making room to take a breath and share a laugh. Healing doesn't always have to be serious—sometimes finding joy is exactly what we need. My approach My therapy is client-centered, focusing on your unique goals. I use techniques that best support you, integrating mindfulness and grounding exercises to reduce emotional intensity and promote positive coping skills, helping you feel more balanced and confident daily. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help challenge and reshape unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, empowering you to take control of your responses. My focus I work with young adults and adults navigating life transitions, managing daily stress, coping with ADHD symptoms, or struggling with low moods. These challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel heard and supported as we build confidence and lasting change—so you can move forward feeling empowered and at ease. My communication style My style is interactive, warm, and nurturing while also attentive and straightforward. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard, understood, and valued. Our sessions will be collaborative spaces where we explore challenges with honesty, care, and encouragement.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1982271151

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What practice does Arissa Alvarez work with?

Arissa Alvarez works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Arissa Alvarez?

Arissa Alvarez frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Arissa Alvarez on their profile.