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THERAPY IN REDONDO BEACH

Holistic Therapy for Trauma & Anxiety

Therapy that supports healing the mind and body—for those navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and more.

about the practice

Therapy for Individuals, Couples, & Families

Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates is a trauma-informed psychotherapy practice offering holistic care for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Services include individual therapy, couples counseling, family support, and EMDR therapy—available as weekly sessions, intensives, or adjunct care. Clients work with therapists trained in EMDR, somatic therapy, IFS, and relational approaches. Care is tailored to support anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and patterns of emotional or physiological overwhelm. While each clinician brings a unique style, all services are collaborative, attuned, and personalized.

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There isn’t one way to do therapy. What’s helpful depends on the person, what they’re carrying, and what kind of support feels right.

Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates offers different ways of working—whether through EMDR therapy, somatic therapy, IFS, or a steady, talk-based approach rooted in connection and reflection.

  • Individual therapy offers a space to slow down, be heard, and work through what’s coming up—whether it’s anxiety, trauma, stress, or feeling stuck. Sessions are shaped by each person’s needs and may include EMDR, somatic therapy, IFS, or just time to talk things through at a steady pace.

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  • Relationships can be some of our greatest sources of connection—and also where tension, miscommunication, or long-held patterns show up. Couples and family therapy can support deeper understanding, clearer communication, and more trust between partners or family members. Every relationship system is different, and therapy makes space for that.

  • A trauma-informed approach for processing painful memories, reducing anxiety, and releasing stuck emotional patterns. EMDR supports healing by helping the brain reprocess overwhelming experiences in a safe, structured way.

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  • Intensive EMDR involves focused 2-hour sessions designed for deep, uninterrupted healing. This extended format allows for faster progress in addressing trauma, anxiety, or other distressing experiences—often achieving in days what may take months in weekly therapy. Ideal for those seeking immediate relief or more time to focus on healing.

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  • Adjunct EMDR provides focused EMDR therapy to support work already being done with a primary therapist. This collaborative approach targets specific trauma, blocks, or patterns, offering deeper processing without replacing the existing therapeutic relationship. Ideal for clients seeking specialized trauma support alongside ongoing therapy.

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Catherine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, EMDR-Certified Therapist, and EMDR Consultant-in-Training.

owner & clinical supervisor

Meet Catherine Alvarado, LMFT

Catherine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, EMDR-Certified Therapist, and EMDR Consultant-in-Training. Her clinical work focuses on helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, and attachment wounds through a mind–body approach that integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, and relational depth.

In addition to her therapeutic work, Catherine is the co-owner of Eunoia Wellness Studio in Redondo Beach, CA. She specializes in EMDR therapy, including intensives, adjunct EMDR for those already working with a therapist, and consultation for fellow providers.

Clients also have the option to work with trusted associate therapists—each supervised by Catherine and offering their own areas of expertise.

ASSOCIATE THERAPISTS

Now Welcoming New Clients

  • Emily Feldt Shabel

    Emily Feldt Shabel, AMFT 151325

    Supervised by Catherine Alvarado, LMFT 134744

  • Monika Arana, AMFT 140548

    Monika Arana, AMFT 140548

    Supervised by Catherine Alvarado, LMFT 134744

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