Raquel Alva, Licensed Clinical Social Worker — therapist at ThriveTalk

Raquel Alva, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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About Raquel Alva.

My clinical focus is PTSD, sexual trauma, and substance abuse disorders. I specifically have extensive experience working with the military population and with clients experiencing co-occurring disorders; mood disorders, addictive disorders, personality disorders. I am passionate about working with clients to resolve underlying anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress that often accompany many disorders.As a licensed clinical social worker, I use a comprehensive approach considering how all aspects of a person’s life can impact overall well-being.

I combine evidence-based therapies and alternative treatments to tailor an individual treatment plan to meet your needs. This will give you the best possibility of healing past emotional wounds, alleviating symptoms, and to improve functioning. Together we will use a combination of powerful tools to resolve emotional pain to support your individualized healing path.

Services

  • Depression therapy
  • Anxiety counseling
  • Trauma-focused therapy
  • PTSD treatment
  • Addiction counseling
  • Substance use counseling
  • Military and veteran counseling
  • Mood disorder treatment

State licenses

  • Hawaii · License #4188
  • California · License #80546