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Soraya Avalos

Soraya Avalos, LMFT

Therapist in California

Calm, practical support for depression and stress

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  • 15 years experience
  • English and Spanish
  • Goal focused care

About Soraya

Soraya Avalos is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15 years of practice in California. She helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, low in mood, or unsure about their relationships and sense of purpose. Her approach aims to be respectful, sensitive, and practical so people can take steps they feel ready for.

She usually begins by listening to what matters most to each person. That conversation shapes a simple plan with clear goals. Sessions focus on skills you can use between meetings, along with ways to notice patterns that keep problems repeating.

Her work draws from approaches that help change unhelpful thoughts, manage strong emotions, and build clearer communication. She adapts those methods to the pace and style each person prefers. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Soraya has supported people through life transitions like divorce, caregiving strain, pregnancy and childbirth, and grief. She also addresses attachment concerns, shame and guilt, impulsivity, and social anxiety. Her background includes helping with mood disorders and post-traumatic stress alongside everyday coping skills.

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. If you want to explore whether she is a fit, start by filling out a short questionnaire and scheduling a first appointment. That first meeting helps decide goals and a workable plan.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on noticing and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for depression, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties by teaching practical skills and steps to test new ways of coping.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, emphasizes learning emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. It can help when strong emotions or impulsive reactions get in the way of daily life.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversation style that helps people find their own reasons to change and build motivation for new habits. It pairs well with other approaches when someone feels stuck or unsure about next steps.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to figure out what fits their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean mixing methods or focusing on one approach at a time.

The original biography does not list which online session formats are used, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy day, allow quieter check-ins during lunch breaks, or remove travel time. Online work can support steady practice of skills between meetings and make follow-up easier without promising specific formats.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, communication problems, and mood disorders.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is respectful and down-to-earth. She listens first, then builds a practical plan with skills to use between sessions.

What is her professional background?

She has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns like anxiety, relationships, and depression. That background informs a flexible, skills-based approach.

What credentials and region does she practice in?

She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist listed as LMFT and practices in California.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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