Sydney
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
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Therapy is a journey of personal growth and healing, whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or life challenges. I aim to foster a space for clients to be comfortable getting vulnerable and to explore their thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment. I am here to guide clients through their life journey, offering a compassionate and non-judgmental space where they can explore their experiences and develop coping strategies. Together, we will work collaboratively to help clients achieve their goals and find a sense of balance and fulfillment in their lives.
My person-centered approach emphasizes empathy and unconditional positive regard, honoring you as the expert in your own life. I do not give direct advice; instead, I support you in trusting yourself and gaining insight to guide your therapeutic journey. When appropriate, I integrate expressive arts to help process one's thoughts and feelings.
I value diversity in all its forms and welcome your unique story, your challenges and accomplishments alike. Your mistakes do not define you, and when you’re ready, I’m here to support your journey. Please feel free to reach out when you’re ready to take the next step.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $135
- Couple Sessions $135
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Managed Health Network (MHN)
- Medi-Cal
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Sydney Herring-Alderete
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / AMFT154041 Supervised by Georgina M. Garza (California / LPCC 5917) Sydney Herring-Alderete
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended California State University, Fullerton, Marriage and Family Counseling, Graduated 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Sydney Herring-Alderete
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Grief
- Infertility
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex Therapy
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Veterans
Sydney Herring-Alderete
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
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3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Expressive Arts
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Sydney Herring-Alderete
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
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Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Sydney Herring-Alderete
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC