Nancy Alvarenga, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“I have truly loved my experience with life stance. It has brought me more clarity and joy than I could have ever expected or asked for. My therapist cares so deeply about her work and shows it in her genuine compassion.”

More than 1 year ago

About Nancy Alvarenga

Focus areas

Anxiety

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Behavioral Problems

Depression

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nancy Alvarenga

*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. Nancy Alvarenga is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan and over 10 years of experience providing psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and families with persistent and chronic mental health conditions. Her areas of specialty include anxiety and depression, family relationships, life transitions, intergenerational trauma, and trauma recovery. Nancy utilizes a strengths-based approach to help cultivate a safe space and draws upon a broad range of therapeutic interventions to support her clients on their journey of healing and self-empowerment.

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During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur. Important Note: This provider is not currently bookable for new patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - California

Education and training

University of Michigan, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1871800136

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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I have truly loved my experience with life stance. It has brought me more clarity and joy than I could have ever expected or asked for. My therapist cares so deeply about her work and shows it in her genuine compassion.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

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September 24, 2025Nevaeh W.Verified patientVideo visit

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Nancy Alvarenga?

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

Is Nancy Alvarenga accepting new patients?

Nancy Alvarenga generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Nancy Alvarenga's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Nancy Alvarenga accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Nancy Alvarenga online?

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

What practice does Nancy Alvarenga work with?

Nancy Alvarenga works with LifeStance Health - California.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nancy Alvarenga?

Nancy Alvarenga frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Nancy Alvarenga on their profile.

What languages does Nancy Alvarenga speak?

Nancy Alvarenga speaks English.

How do patients rate Nancy Alvarenga in reviews?

9 patients have reviewed Nancy Alvarenga. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.