In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 91402
Online in California
You can’t bring yourself to face your past trauma. You’ve been to countless self-help programs and created a self-care routine, but the past still torments you. Deep down, there’s something you can’t confront, a darkness that won’t relent. You’ve been isolating yourself from your friends and family because you’re afraid you’ve become a burden. You feel alone, tired all the time, and annoyed at yourself for not being “over it.”
Sometimes, we need to look backward in order to move forward. I can be your guide, bringing over 20 years of experience resolving past traumas. Using DBT, IFS, EMDR, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy and psychodynamic treatments, we will explore why the past is still present for you, and through this exploration, we’ll find a new path forward. Find the path to peace you’ve been searching for. Learn how to build resilience and establish healthy connections with your loved ones. Call today for a free consultation to free yourself from the pain of the past and look forward to a better future.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, LDS/Mormon, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Military / Veterans, Muslim, Native American, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Sikh, Women clients.
Languages: English, Spanish
Treatment Approach
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
Fees & Insurance
Insurance
- Accepts Insurance
- Optum, LA Care, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Blue Shield of California
Education & Credentials
Patricia Alba LCSW
- Female
- License # LCSW 26224
- Licensed in CA
- Practicing Since 1995
Patricia Alba Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 91402
- Available Online for residents of California
- Online Therapy Details: SimplePractice
We believe healing happens in relationship, not just between therapist and client, but within a broader community of support and understanding. That's why we call our team members "partners" and why we prioritize creating a workplace culture that reflects the same values we bring to our client care. Our team is ready to walk alongside you as you discover your strengths, process your experiences, and create the life you deserve. Because in a world that often feels divided, we're committed to creating spaces where healing, growth, and belonging are possible for everyone.
✔ Values-Driven Care: Every decision we make is filtered through our core values of authenticity, compassion, respect, and social justice. We don't just talk about these values, we live them in how we treat each other and serve our community.
✔ Community-Centered: We understand that mental health exists within larger systems of culture, family, and community. Our approach honors these contexts while empowering individuals to create positive change in their own lives.
✔ Innovation Through Training: We're committed to advancing the field of mental health through ongoing training, supervision, and professional development. Our therapists don't just maintain their skills, they're constantly growing and learning new approaches to better serve our clients.
You don't have to figure it out alone. Your story matters, your healing matters, and you belong here.