WHO WE SUPPORT
Therapy for those who are Self-Aware Yet Stuck
Even when patterns are clear, moving forward can feel difficult. At Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates in the South Bay, therapy supports those who are highly self-aware yet feeling stuck—transforming insight into action.
BASED IN REDONDO BEACH, CA
When Therapy Hasn’t Been Enough
At Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates, we support clients throughout Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, and the greater South Bay who describe themselves as highly self-aware yet still feeling stuck. Many of the people who come to us have been in therapy before, know their patterns well, and understand the “why” behind their struggles—yet they don’t feel better or can’t seem to move forward the way they want.
If this sounds familiar, therapy may help:
Feeling stuck in old patterns despite self-awareness
Knowing the issue but not feeling better
Overthinking everything yet unable to move forward
Feeling like therapy hasn’t helped enough or has plateaued
Struggling with cycles of anxiety, depression, or burnout that won’t change
Support for Those Seeking Change Beyond Insight
Self-awareness is a powerful tool, but it can feel frustrating when insight alone doesn’t create the change you’re hoping for. You may recognize your triggers, know the story behind your patterns, and still feel like you’re looping through the same cycles. This can look like doing all the “right things” yet still struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or burnout—or understanding where challenges come from but feeling powerless to shift them.
Therapy offers new ways to move beyond awareness into meaningful change. Sessions may focus on exploring the mind–body connection, addressing unresolved trauma, or using evidence-based approaches like EMDR to access deeper layers of healing. For some, the work is about building momentum; for others, it’s about reconnecting with parts of themselves that feel stuck or unheard. The goal is to help clients who are insightful but stalled find clarity, relief, and the tools to create movement where it once felt impossible. With compassionate guidance and fresh approaches, therapy can transform awareness into action and help you feel more grounded, empowered, and free to grow.
HEALING TAKES MORE
Awareness doesn’t always bring relief.
common concerns
Areas We Can Help With
Anxiety and stress management
Depression and mood challenges
Relationship concerns and communication struggles
Life transitions and major changes
Grief, loss, and emotional healing
Self-esteem, boundaries, and confidence building
Trauma recovery and PTSD support
Work-related stress and burnout
Emotional regulation and healthy coping skills
Personal growth, self-awareness, and clarity
Catherine alvarado, lmft & associates
Find an Experienced Therapist To Help You Feel Better
At Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates, our therapists support clients who feel stuck—even when they know their patterns or have already been to therapy before. Many people come to us saying they understand the “why” behind their struggles but still don’t feel better. This can look like being caught in cycles of overthinking, feeling burned out, or repeating old patterns that insight alone hasn’t been able to change. Therapy provides a safe, grounding space to move beyond awareness and begin creating the real shifts you’ve been looking for.
We offer therapy for clients who feel stalled despite their best efforts—whether that means ongoing anxiety, self-doubt, unresolved trauma, or the frustration of knowing what’s wrong but still feeling stuck. Sessions are tailored to help you break free from cycles that haven’t changed, reconnect with your strengths, and build the momentum to finally move forward. Our goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and capable of lasting change.
Therapy is available in person at our holistic space in Redondo Beach and online across California, making support accessible throughout the South Bay, including Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, and El Segundo. If you’re looking for therapy in Redondo Beach to help you when past therapy hasn’t worked, or a trusted South Bay therapist to support you in breaking free from old patterns, our team is here to help.
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Catherine Alvarado, LMFT 134744
OWNER & CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
Catherine Alvarado, LMFT, is a licensed Redondo Beach therapist, EMDR Certified Therapist & Consultant in Training specializing in anxiety, trauma, and EMDR therapy for adults, teens, and children. Learn More
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Emily Feldt Shabel, AMFT 151325
SUPERVISED BY CATHERINE ALVARADO, LMFT 134744
Emily is a registered associate therapist in Redondo Beach, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy for relationships, self-esteem, and creative professionals. Learn More
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Monika Arana, AMFT 140548
SUPERVISED BY CATHERINE ALVARADO, LMFT 134744
Monika is a registered associate therapist in Redondo Beach, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy for trauma, inner child work, and nervous system regulation. Learn More
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