Monica Alvarez (She/her/ella)

LCPC
Accepting Clients

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed psychotherapist in Illinois and California. EMDR trained.

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Elmhurst, IL

About My Clients

I help teens and adults heal from narcissistic abuse, trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, depression, and anxiety. As an EMDR-certified therapist, I offer a compassionate, understanding, and collaborative approach to recovery.

My Background and Approach

With over 12 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), fully licensed in California and Illinois. I am EMDR trained and specialize in working with survivors of narcissistic abuse, codependency, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and individuals navigating relationships impacted by addiction. I work with clients ages 12 through older adulthood, including teens who are self-harming. As an immigrant myself, I bring a culturally sensitive lens to therapy and offer services in both English and Spanish. I also provide psychological evaluations for immigration cases, including VAWA, political asylum, deportation defense, U visas, and T visas. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in helping each person reclaim their voice and healing path.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that healing happens in safe, supportive spaces where your voice is heard and your story matters. As a therapist, I’m deeply committed to social justice, equality, and creating inclusive spaces for all individuals—regardless of background, gender, or orientation. With over 10 years of experience working in a psychiatric hospital in Chicago, I’ve had the honor of serving underprivileged communities and walking alongside individuals through some of their darkest moments. I am an active member of the immigrant community and offer psychological evaluations for immigration cases including VAWA, political asylum, deportation defense, U visas, and T visas. I am also passionate about suicide prevention, children’s rights, and advocating for women, minorities, and those often left unheard. As an animal lover and proud supporter of the LGBTQ+ community, I believe in standing up for those in need—human or not. I welcome you to take the first step in your healing journey. Let’s wor

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Oscar
  • Optum
  • Blue Choice
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Aetna PPO
  • Optum Health
  • United Healthcare Optum
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Christianity
  • Interfaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 14 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Rate: $100 - 130/session

Info

Email Monica
Telehealth
Elmhurst, IL 60126

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