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Marisol Alston
LCSW

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High satisfaction rate with clients

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Having personally experienced the challenges of mental health, I know how important it is to feel seen, heard, and safe. I offer a relaxed, down-to-earth space where you can be yourself—no pressure, no judgment. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on in a way that feels natural and supportive. My goal isn’t to “fix” you, but to help you better understand yourself, build self-awareness, and feel genuinely understood. I believe healing happens when people are empowered with both insight and practical strategies.

About Marisol

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Blue Shield of California, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Aetna, Centivo, Health Net, Out-of-pocket

Communication Style

Authentic, Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Focus areas

Addiction (not substance use), ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Autism, Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, OCD, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress, Substance Use

Experienced with

BIPOC, Black community, Blended families, Immigrants, Latine Community, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Parents, Students, Veterans

Years of Experience

2+
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I believe healing happens when people are empowered with both insight and practical strategies.

License number

#130062

Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Education

MSW - Mental Health and Wellness, Military Social Work University of Southern California Internship/scholarship- Coast to Coast Project Scholarship by the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work for Opioid Use Disorder and Substance Use Disorder prevention treatment and Recover y services Training- CBT, Sad tray Training- I-CBT, DBT, ERP, Neurodivergent affirming therapy.

Interests

Outside of work, I’m a parent cheering on my kids at their sports games, a proud dog owner, and someone who absolutely loves going to concerts.

License details

Marisol Alston,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
#130062 (exp May 2027)