Founder | Speaker | Author | Professor | Coach
I help professionals discover the power of choice so they can live healthy and fulfilling lives.
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meet Patricia Alvarado, MA, LPCC, LMHC
Hi, I’m Patricia.
Many of us within the mental health field become helpers and healers because of our own experience with trauma, and I am no different. As a first generation Mexican American, I lived through many life transitions, trauma, abuse, grief and isolation.
Reflecting on my experiences I can confidently say that this is why I do the work that I do, because in general, I just “get it.” I know what it's like to live in chaos and live through trauma.
My mission is founded on the belief that everyone deserves to live the life they desire, a principle that should be a fundamental right, not just a dream. Living a life we deserve means making choices that prioritize our happiness and health, putting ourselves first, and taking ownership of our time.
After much uncertainty and turmoil in my life, I am finally leaning into choice and recognizing my own power. I am on a mission to instill that same message with those that I interact with, to show them that they have much more control than what they think. They. have. choice.
Alvarado Therapy
I am the founder of a group therapy practice with a dedicated team of EMDR Trauma Therapists serving California and New York.
We provide individual counseling, EMDR therapy, couples therapy, therapy for victims of crime, and immigration psychological evaluations. Our specialties include anxiety/stress management, depression, grief & life transitions, PTSD & complex trauma, and relationships.
Therapist Consultations
EMDR Consultations
Through Private, Semi-Private and Group EMDR Consultations, my aim is to mentor and support newly trained EMDR therapists, helping them utilize this modality to effect change in their communities.
Peer to Peer Clinical Consultation
My mission is to offer essential support and guidance to mental health professionals, especially those in private practice who lack access to peer consultation.
1:1 Private Practice Coaching
My mission is to empower and inspire mental health professionals to take the leap and confidently pursue their goals and dreams and to believe in themselves.
Speaking
I am passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and empowering professionals to live fulfilling and deserving lives. My vision is to make mental health a fundamental part of life for every working professional, offering unique resources that promote healthier and more productive living.
Through workshops and speaking engagements, I emphasize the universal need for connection, reinforcing the message that no one is alone in their experiences. This approach helps more people realize the commonality of their struggles and the support available to them.
Speaking topics include:
Non-Violent Communication
Defining Healthy Relationships
Managing Emotional Health
Thriving through Transitions - Embracing Change for Mental Wellness
Thriving through Adversity - Navigating a Healthy Mind while Managing Anxiety, Stress, and Emotional Burnout
Addressing Mental Health in Diverse Communities
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I am also the author of three books: PTSD Recovery Journal: Reflective Prompts and Evidence-Based Practices to Help You Heal and Grow, Reflections through Color – Words to Create Space in your Healing Journey, and Reflexiónes a Través del Color – Palabras para crear espacio en su camino a la sanación.
I’ve always been inspired by things that intentionally speak to me – whether it be a familiar word, scent, color, activity, or book. Creating and/or showcasing items with purpose allows me to continuously work on decreasing the stigma to mental health, something that is always at the forefront for me. With this store, my hope is that you find something that speaks to you and allows you to continue prioritizing your mental health.
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