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Dr. Alba Diaz Alonso

Therapist(Her, she)
~1 year of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, develop emotional resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. I believe that therapy should be a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and respected.

My therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I integrate evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help clients better understand their emotions, recognize unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build confidence in themselves.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and emotional distress. My style is warm, approachable, and supportive, while also being practical and goal-oriented. I believe in helping clients not only gain insight into their struggles but also develop the tools needed to make positive changes in their everyday lives.

As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Spanish, I value cultural sensitivity and recognize how personal experiences, family dynamics, and cultural backgrounds shape emotional well-being.

Above all, I believe that seeking therapy is an important step toward personal growth. My goal is to meet you where you are, support you without judgment, and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.

My approach to therapy

My therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. My goal is to help clients gain self-awareness, improve emotional regulation, develop healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting changes in their lives. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to grow at their own pace.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other in a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free space. We'll explore what brings you to therapy, discuss your concerns and goals, and begin identifying how I can best support you. My priority is to help you feel comfortable, heard, and confident as we begin your therapeutic journey together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Latinx, Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Solution Oriented, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    ~1 year of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Carlos Albizu University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension Health Plan, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Eating disorders, OCD, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused CBT, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Jungian, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Exposure Response Prevention, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Narrative Therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Attachment Based, Behavioral, Bowen Family Systems, Play, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Behavior Management, Art Therapy, Behavioral Activation (BA), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Children, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    8756 Southwest 8th Street
    Miami, FL 33174