Maria Tovar-Alvarado
Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
Online only
Free initial consultation
About me
I am an experienced child psychologist who is dedicated to helping children, teens, adults cope with anxiety, depression, and anger and more.
I’m Maria. I’m an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about supporting individuals and families as they heal, grow, and build stronger connections. I bring a calm, supportive presence to my sessions and strive to create a safe, compassionate space where clients can feel truly heard, understood, and free to be themselves.
I was born and raised in the Coachella Valley, and serving the community that shaped me is something I deeply value. As a bilingual therapist, fluent in both English and Spanish, I’m committed to honoring each client’s unique story and cultural background in the therapeutic process.
My experience includes working with diverse clients navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, family challenges, and relationship issues. My goal is to walk alongside you with empathy and respect, helping you process difficult emotions, develop healthy coping strategies, and move toward balance, resilience, and growth.
License
License(s)
Education
Brandman University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$95 - $150Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Paypal
- Zelle
- Venmo
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Bullying
- Career
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Life Coaching
- Mental Health Professionals
- Obesity & Weight Management
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress/Stress Management
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Play Therapy & Sandtray
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Somatic Therapy
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Groups
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English