Desiree Alvarado, LCSW

Desiree Alvarado is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and Texas. The LCSW credential indicates a clinician trained to provide clinical social work and psychotherapy services. With four years of clinical experience, she has worked across settings that include child welfare and abuse response, domestic violence services, mental health court programs, substance use treatment, and complex trauma - and she has experience supporting law enforcement and first responders.

She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and holds certifications in Domestic Violence Peer Counseling and Advocacy as well as child forensic interviewing. She is currently pursuing a Drug and Alcohol Counselor certification to further develop her work with substance use concerns.

Desiree supports clients coping with stress and anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, trauma and abuse, motivation and self-esteem concerns, and challenges with confidence. Her practice centers on a client-centered approach and frequently incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients identify and change the thoughts and behaviors that produce unhelpful patterns. She focuses on practical, realistic tools designed to produce meaningful, individualized results.

In sessions she aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where feelings and thoughts can be explored safely. Desiree emphasizes building rapport and trust so clients can unpack obstacles that block personal growth. She recognizes that seeking a more fulfilling and balanced life requires courage and offers guidance and support throughout that process.