SOUTH BAY THERAPY & COUNSELING
Service Areas
Mental health touches every part of life—how we feel day to day, how we care for ourselves, and how we show up in relationships. At Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates, we support clients across Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, and the greater South Bay. Our practice is built on creating care that feels approachable, steady, and personalized. We also provide consultation for EMDR clinicians who are looking to strengthen their skills and confidence.
Therapy provides a chance to slow down and reflect in a supportive environment. We work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults, meeting each person where they are. Sessions focus on understanding challenges, exploring what feels heavy, and developing practical tools that bring relief while creating room for growth at a comfortable pace.
Our team helps with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Couples and families can also find support here, with sessions designed to improve communication, strengthen trust, and create healthier patterns at home. Therapy can be a place to work through conflict, navigate change, and feel more connected. We aim to create lasting change that extends beyond the therapy room into everyday life.
At the heart of our work is a commitment to compassion and respect. We believe therapy can help lighten the weight of what feels overwhelming, bring clarity to what feels uncertain, and open the door to more balance and resilience. Together, we work toward helping each client move forward with a greater sense of grounding and fulfillment.
Our Therapy Services
common concerns
Our South Bay Therapists 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
Therapists Serving Redondo Beach and the Greater South Bay Area
At Catherine Alvarado, LMFT & Associates, we know how important it is to find a therapist who feels like the right fit. While our office is based in Redondo Beach, many of our clients come from Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, El Segundo, and nearby South Bay communities. We also offer online therapy, making it simple to connect with support no matter where you are in California.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—whether it’s anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship struggles, grief, or navigating big life changes. Our team is here to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you move toward greater resilience and balance.
We are proud to serve clients throughout the South Bay and beyond, offering compassionate care that meets you where you are. Whether you’re just starting your therapy journey or looking for a new place to continue your growth, we are here to walk alongside you with warmth, understanding, and trusted guidance.
We’re proud to serve clients across the following cities →
YOU DON’T HAVE TO GO THROUGH HARD THINGS ALONE
Healing begins when we allow ourselves to be supported.
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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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