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Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Nadia Alvarez

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
10 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90042
Let's Connect (323) 859-6432
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I offer trauma-informed therapy for individuals and couples, helping them navigate stress, build stronger connections, and find paths to personal and relational growth. My clients feel overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma, ongoing stress, or burnout from their personal or professional life. The couples that I see are navigating the complexities of intercultural relationships, significant life changes, or those who are seeking to repair their bond and rebuild trust. They might be struggling with communication barriers, conflicting values, or unresolved hurts that have created distance and misunderstanding.
In therapy, you can expect a compassionate and supportive environment where we will work together to understand and heal the impacts of trauma, stress, and burnout. I incorporate Emotionally Focused Couples & Individual Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), E.M.D.R., and mindfulness as foundational approaches in our sessions.
My clients are motivated by the hope of living a more fulfilled and connected life, either within themselves or within their relationships. They are ready to invest in their growth, explore new perspectives, and embrace the changes needed to achieve their goals. You don't have to go through this alone. let's start your journey toward healing and connection.
Call or Nadia Alvarez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (323) 859-6432

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

NELA Therapy

Los Angeles, CA 90042

(323) 859-6432
I offer therapy in-person in Highland Park, Ca or online for clients based anywhere in California.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Marital and Premarital 
$225 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (323) 859-6432
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

NELA Therapy

Los Angeles, CA 90042

(323) 859-6432
I offer therapy in-person in Highland Park, Ca or online for clients based anywhere in California.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Marital and Premarital 
$225 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Couple Sessions $275
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I can provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Your services may also be eligible for reimbursement through medical spending or healthcare savings accounts. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (323) 859-6432
"
I can provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Your services may also be eligible for reimbursement through medical spending or healthcare savings accounts. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (323) 859-6432

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 106491 Nadia Alvarez
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 15 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from IFS Institute, Inc Level 1 Training / 2023
  • Certificate from ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy / 2024
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I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and couples in crisis. I am certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, powerful, research-backed approach therapy and have advanced training in Internal Family Systems and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (323) 859-6432
"
I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and couples in crisis. I am certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, powerful, research-backed approach therapy and have advanced training in Internal Family Systems and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (323) 859-6432

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work from a mindfulness perspective so we can work on practical things to help you stay balanced and focused in the present. We will also look at how you form relationships with people from both your past and present or your attachment style to see how that may be impacting you as well.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (323) 859-6432
"
I work from a mindfulness perspective so we can work on practical things to help you stay balanced and focused in the present. We will also look at how you form relationships with people from both your past and present or your attachment style to see how that may be impacting you as well.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (323) 859-6432

10 Endorsements

Tyson Smith
Tyson Smith
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Nadia is a talented clinician. She has the proficiency and skill to aid you on your path to a healthy life.
Omar A Ruiz
Omar A Ruiz
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Nadia is a therapist with a unique skill set. As a certified Emotionally Focused Couples therapist, she excels in helping intercultural couples. Trained in IFS and EFIT, she masterfully uses parts work to heal trauma through an attachment-focused lens.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (323) 859-6432
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (323) 859-6432

Location

Primary Location

NELA Therapy

Los Angeles, CA 90042

(323) 859-6432
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I offer therapy in-person in Highland Park, Ca or online for clients based anywhere in California.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (323) 859-6432
"
I offer therapy in-person in Highland Park, Ca or online for clients based anywhere in California.
Photo of Nadia Alvarez, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nadia Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (323) 859-6432