FOR MIND & BODY HEALING
Individual Therapy in Redondo Beach
Specializing in EMDR for trauma and anxiety.
Individual therapy offers a safe, collaborative space to explore patterns, practice new responses to thoughts, feelings, and relationships, and heal. Our whole-person approach blends evidence-based, mind-body, and trauma-informed techniques so care is personalized to your values, strengths, and goals—not just symptoms.
In-person individual therapy in Redondo Beach, CA • Online throughout California
our approach
Heal Trauma, Reduce Anxiety — Therapy Rooted in Mind–Body Care
At Catherine Alvarado Therapy + EMDR, healing integrates body and mind. Our approach combines evidence-based psychotherapy, EMDR, and somatic techniques to address anxiety, trauma, phobias, and stress-related symptoms. We work with you to reduce reactivity, restore nervous system regulation, and rebuild resilience so you can move through life with more ease and presence.
There is no single correct way to do therapy. We will work together to understand what brought you here, what may be keeping you stuck, and what you need to move forward. The process is tailored to you, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
HOW WE CAN HELP
EMDR & Trauma‑Informed Therapy for Children, Teens, and Adults
Specializing in trauma, anxiety, EMDR, specific phobias, and integrative mind–body care, Catherine Alvarado Therapy + EMDR honors your whole self and your unique path to healing. We offer warm, compassionate therapy that respects your pace and recognizes your strengths, blending clinical expertise with a gentle presence and practical tools — including somatic and attachment-focused techniques — to support deeper, lasting change.
You’ll find collaborative treatment plans with clear goals and measurable progress so you feel supported, empowered, and genuinely seen at every step. In-person appointments are available in Redondo Beach, and convenient online therapy is offered throughout California.
✓ Trauma, PTSD, & processing difficult past experiences
✓ Stress, burnout, & chronic overwhelm
✓ Relationship patterns, attachment wounds, & communication struggles
✓ Self-esteem, identity exploration, & life transitions
✓ Intrusive thoughts, OCD, & persistent fears
✓ Grief, loss, & complicated or intense emotions
✓ Feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about next step
✓ Phobias, avoidance, & specific fear responses
✓ Body-focused concerns, somatic symptoms, & mind-body regulation
✓ Performance anxiety & perfectionism
Individual Therapists
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Catherine Alvarado
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #134744
EMDRIA Approved Consultant • Clinical SupervisorSpecializing in individual therapy for anxiety, panic, health anxiety, phobias, intrusive thoughts, and complex trauma using EMDR, attachment-focused interventions, and somatic therapy.
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Monika Arana
Registered Associate MFT #140548
EMDR Trained TherapistProviding individual therapy that addresses anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, relationship patterns, and nervous system dysregulation using EMDR, attachment-focused interventions, and inner child work.
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Arielle Harris
Registered Associate MFT #161691
EMDR Trained TherapistSupporting individuals with anxiety, relationship challenges, boundaries, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and self‑esteem using EMDR and attachment‑focused, individualized therapy.
Heal Trauma, Restore Balance, Reclaim Your Life.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Taking the first step doesn't have to feel overwhelming.
Taking the first step doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. If you’re unsure which therapist will be the best fit, that’s okay—tell us briefly what you’d like to work on, and we’ll match you with a therapist whose experience and approach align with your needs. We offer in-person individual therapy in Redondo Beach and online therapy throughout California, so you can get support in the format that works for you. When you’re ready, we’re here to help you find the right fit.
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RESOURCES
Beyond the Symptoms
Explore articles on anxiety, trauma, EMDR, relationships, and the nervous system to gain a deeper, more practical understanding of the patterns, experiences, and connections that shape how you feel, respond, and relate.
