Miriam Alvizures

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Miriam Alvizures, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepting patients

Licensed in CA

Accepts insurance

Hi there, I'm Miriam!

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Orange County, CA. My therapeutic services are aimed at supporting a wide range of clients, from children and young adults to parents, families, couples, and elder adults. I strive to help my clients cultivate self-awareness, self-love, and a sense of peace and wholeness as they navigate the path toward healing.

My approach

My approach to therapy is grounded in humanistic principles. I draw upon various modalities including mindfulness, attachment theory, family systems, EMDR, art therapy, play therapy, solution-focused, emotion-focused, and cognitive behavioral models. I tailor my approach to best suit the unique needs of each individual client.

My focus

I work with clients across the lifespan, including individuals, couples, and minors aged 13-17. My areas of specialty include adolescent/teen issues, anxiety, career counseling, chronic pain, cultural stress, depression, family conflict, grief, job stress, life transitions, and stress management.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I aim to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow and make positive changes. Collaboration is key - I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to identify goals and navigate challenges.

My journey to mental healthcare

I earned my Master of Arts (MA) degree from the University of San Francisco between August 2013 and May 2016. This rigorous training provided me with a solid foundation in marriage and family therapy, equipping me with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support my clients.

My goals for you

My ultimate goal is for you to feel empowered, experience personal growth, and take meaningful action in your life. I aim to support you in increasing self-awareness, developing coping skills, improving relationships, and moving towards greater well-being and life satisfaction. Through our work together, I hope you will gain fresh insights and tools to navigate life's challenges with increased resilience and confidence.

About Miriam

Patient testimonials

  • "i love her so so so much she’s very understanding and listens to what i have to say. i feel comfortable around her and safe to tell her whatever is on my mind."

Specialities

  • Adolescents/Teens
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Pain
  • Cultural Stress
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Job Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Stress

Methods

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Couples Therapy
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dance/Movement Therapy
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Gottman Method
  • Grief Therapy
  • Holistic
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Music Therapy
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Rogerian
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused

Practice

License

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon, Cigna, Decent, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, and Tricare West

Languages spoken

  • English and Spanish

Education

  • Masters of Arts (MA) - University of San Francisco (05/2016)

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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  • Video session
  • 55 minutes
  • Covered by Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon, Cigna, Decent, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, and Tricare West Session cost depends on your insurance, most people pay $5-40 per session after meeting their deductible. There aren't any fees for using Rula.

Next Appointment Sunday, October 13

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