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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
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Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor

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I am a bilingual (fluent Spanish Speaker) Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia and provide Individual counseling to young adults and adults. In addition to counseling services, I am a Board Approved Supervisor in Virginia for LPC and LMFT Residents and I provide supervision in English and Spanish through Healthy Minds Therapy PLLC. My work as a counselor reflects my compassionate nature and desire to be authentic, and develop impactful relationships with clients. Core to my approach is being person-centered and culturally competent/sensitive.
Soy terapeuta Bilïngue (inglés y español) y proporciono asesoramiento individual virtualmente a adultos jóvenes y adultos para mejorar el proceso de descubrimiento y crecimiento personal. Mi trabajo como tal, refleja mi naturaleza compasiva y autenticidad con mis clientes para resultados impactantes.
I truly look forward to meeting with you and walking along with you through this stage of life. Espero con verdadero interés poder trabajar con usted. Construir una relación de confianza y trabajar juntos para llegar al mejor potencial de vida y auto-realización es mi prioridad.
Call or Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 946-2723 x1

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Healthy Minds Therapy PLLC

Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 946-2723 x1

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Website
Currently only seeing clients via Telehealth Service (Solo estoy viendo clientes virtualmente).
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I know that making the decision to start a therapeutic journey is not easy. Being here is already a great accomplishment!
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Let's Connect (571) 946-2723 x1
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Healthy Minds Therapy PLLC

Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 946-2723 x1

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Website
Currently only seeing clients via Telehealth Service (Solo estoy viendo clientes virtualmente).
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I know that making the decision to start a therapeutic journey is not easy. Being here is already a great accomplishment!
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Couple Sessions $195

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HealthKeepers
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Sentara Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Please reach out to our first Impression team (Mon-Fri 8-4pm) so that they may support you with any questions related to starting therapy.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1
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Please reach out to our first Impression team (Mon-Fri 8-4pm) so that they may support you with any questions related to starting therapy.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701010986 Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended Eastern Mennonite University , Masters- Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2019

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Evergreen Certified Clinical Trauma Professional 632832 / 2024
  • Degree/Diploma from John Jay College of Criminal Justice Bachelors- Forensic Psychology / 2012
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In addition to counseling services, I am a Board Approved Supervisor in Virginia for LPC and LMFT Residents and I provide supervision in English and Spanish. I am an EMDR trained clinician and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1
"
In addition to counseling services, I am a Board Approved Supervisor in Virginia for LPC and LMFT Residents and I provide supervision in English and Spanish. I am an EMDR trained clinician and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients that are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and/or anger difficulties to address the physical, emotional and psychological effects that are affecting their relationships and functioning. During our sessions we will utilize evidence based assessments to measure progress and collaborate together on treatment care.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1
"
I work with clients that are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and/or anger difficulties to address the physical, emotional and psychological effects that are affecting their relationships and functioning. During our sessions we will utilize evidence based assessments to measure progress and collaborate together on treatment care.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1

3 Endorsements

Alycia Burant
Alycia Burant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CMHIMP
Ana Cruz
Ana Cruz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Carolyn is an empathetic and knowledgeable clinician who meets clients with compassion and skill. Her genuine care is evident in her thoughtful and effective approach to treatment. I highly recommend her.
Bruce Anthony Craig
Bruce Anthony Craig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Carolyn is a wonderful Therapist that provides a warm, caring and empathetic space for clients to comfortably explore their inner landscape. She also provides EMDR when appropriate and has many ways to challenge clients when they are ready.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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To my core is person centered approach as I really place value in the therapeutic relationship and building a connection. In your first session we will explore what brings you to therapy and obtain historical information to decide the most appropriate ways to help you in your therapeutic journey. We may decide to proceed with ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR and Self Compassion/Mindfulness to meet your goals.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1
"
To my core is person centered approach as I really place value in the therapeutic relationship and building a connection. In your first session we will explore what brings you to therapy and obtain historical information to decide the most appropriate ways to help you in your therapeutic journey. We may decide to proceed with ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR and Self Compassion/Mindfulness to meet your goals.
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1

Location

Primary Location

Healthy Minds Therapy PLLC

Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 946-2723 x1

Email Us

Website

Additional Location

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

(571) 946-2723 x1

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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Currently only seeing clients via Telehealth Service (Solo estoy viendo clientes virtualmente).
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1
"
Currently only seeing clients via Telehealth Service (Solo estoy viendo clientes virtualmente).
Photo of Carolyn Stephanie Alvarado - Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Carolyn S. Alvarado, LPC, MA, Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 946-2723 x1