Gillermina Alvarado, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Gillermina Alvarado

Focus areas

Anxiety

Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders

Relationship Struggles

Behavioral Problems

Panic Attack

Work-Related Counseling

Chronic Impulsivity

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Culturally Sensitive

Multicultural

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Gillermina Alvarado

My name is Gillermina Alvarado, and I go by Mina. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Riverside, CA, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Phoenix. I work with adults, children, and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral challenges, trauma, and grief and loss. My approach The therapeutic approaches I utilize include, but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, DBT, and TF-CBT. My focus I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for different age groups facing various challenges in their lives. These often include anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, behavioral problems, and daily life stressors. My communication style My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable speaking openly and to feel safe. I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment. My journey to mental healthcare Before becoming a therapist, I worked in education. Working with children in a classroom setting did not allow me to help them on a deeper level. This inspired me to become a therapist so I could support others in resolving trauma and other life stressors. My goals for you My approach to goal setting is collaborative. Together, we define what you want to accomplish during our time together. This often begins with building trust and becoming comfortable with what therapy means. Over time, we will set goals and track your progress. My first session with you In our first session, we will spend most of the time discussing how you've been feeling recently. I will ask questions to better understand why you may be feeling this way. The first session is about building an initial connection and helping me determine the best path forward.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

University of Phoenix, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1083927883

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What practice does Gillermina Alvarado work with?

Gillermina Alvarado works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gillermina Alvarado?

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