MOVING BEYOND FEAR.
Therapy for Fears & Phobias
Catherine Alvarado Therapy + EMDR is a holistic psychotherapy practice in Redondo Beach offering therapy for fears and phobias that honors your whole nervous system. Fears and phobias can leave people feeling restricted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from their sense of safety, often showing up through panic, avoidance, hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, or fear responses that begin to shape daily life.
We offer holistic, integrative therapy rooted in deeper healing.
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EMDR therapy, intensive EMDR, and adjunct EMDR for deeper trauma processing and nervous system healing.
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Integrating somatic, experiential, and body-based approaches such as Somatic Experiencing, Gestalt therapy, and IFS/parts work.
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Drawing from psychodynamic, attachment-focused, and relational approaches to support deeper emotional understanding and reflection.
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Exploring personal narratives, identity, and meaning-making through collaborative and narrative-based work.
WHAT WE HELP WITH
Support for the challenges life can bring.
✓ Specific Phobias & Fear Responses
✓ Agoraphobia & Fear of Leaving Safe Spaces
✓ Health Related Fears & Anxiety
✓ Fear of Losing Control
✓ Avoidance & Safety Behaviors
✓ Driving, Flying, & Travel Fears
✓ Emetophobia, Eating Related, & Somatic Fears
✓ Social Fears & Performance Anxiety
✓ Intrusive Thoughts & Anticipatory Anxiety
✓ Hypervigilance & Nervous System Activation
how it works
Ready to get started?
Complete our inquiry form to get in touch.We’ll review your responses and follow up within 48 hours.
If you’re unsure which provider to work with, you’re welcome to share a bit about what you’re looking for—we’ll help guide you to the best fit. Our team is made up of thoughtful, highly trained clinicians, and we take care in matching you with someone who aligns with what you’re looking for.
We offer both in-person therapy in Redondo Beach and virtual sessions throughout California.
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Catherine Alvarado
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist 134744
Fears | Anxiety | Trauma
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Emily Feldt Shabel
Registered Associate MFT 151325
Creatives | Relationships | Self-Worth
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Monika Arana
Registered Associate MFT 140548
Attachment | Inner Child | Identity
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Arielle Harris
Registered Associate MFT 161691
Boundaries | Burnout | Perfectionism
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Have Questions?
Find answers to common questions about therapy, scheduling, fees, and getting started.
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Ready to Get Started?
Complete our inquiry form to get in touch. We’ll review your information and be in touch within 48 hours.
