Soraya Avalos, LMFT
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and communication help
- Bilingual English and Spanish
About Soraya Avalos
Soraya approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a collaborative environment where practical skills and personal insight come together. Her additional focus areas include attachment concerns, caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, impulsivity, life purpose, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, pregnancy and childbirth, social anxiety and phobia, and women's issues.
She uses a range of therapeutic methods to tailor care to individual needs, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. Acknowledging that seeking help takes courage, Soraya offers steady support as clients clarify goals, build coping strategies, and work toward a more fulfilling life.
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Additional Focus Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Soraya Avalos have?
Soraya Avalos has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Soraya Avalos a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 86910.
In which languages does Soraya Avalos provide therapy?
Therapy is offered in English and Spanish.
Where is Soraya Avalos located?
Soraya Avalos is located in California.
How can I work with Soraya Avalos as my therapist?
You can work with Soraya Avalos through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Soraya Avalos work with international clients?
Soraya Avalos does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Soraya Avalos cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Soraya uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-focused, and it is commonly used for stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship difficulties.
Motivational Interviewing is another approach Soraya draws on to explore motivation and strengthen commitment to change. This method supports people who are ambivalent about goals such as improving relationships, managing mood, or making life adjustments.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process - Soraya collaborates with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailors a plan that fits. This collaborative process helps determine which methods or combination of methods will be most useful.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter interactions are available via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.