Dr. Ilian Alvarez

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Dr. Ilian Alvarez

ILIAN ALVAREZ, Ed.D, is a licensed psychologist passionate about instilling hope and helping individuals accept themselves wholly.

She provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults.

06/08/2020

Thought of the day! Take some time to reflect and be curious about areas you have tried cutting off instead of facing. 💕

23/07/2020

Breathe deeply, until sweet air extinguishes the burn of fear in your lungs and every breath is a beautiful refusal to become anything less than infinite. – D. Antoinette Foy ✨

21/07/2020

Thought of the day ✨💕

17/07/2020

JOURNALING 📖 🖊
Here is a little bit of research on this helpful tool!

“Whether you’re keeping a journal or writing as a meditation, it’s the same thing. What’s important is you’re having a relationship with your mind.”
Natalie Goldberg

“You might be wondering how writing in a journal can have a significant impact on your mental health.

It turns out that this simple practice can do a lot! Journaling requires the application of the analytical, rational left side of the brain; while your left hemisphere is occupied, your right hemisphere (the creative, touchy-feely side) is given the freedom to wander and play (Grothaus, 2015)! Allowing your creativity to flourish and expand can be cathartic and make a big difference in your daily well-being.
Overall, journaling/expressive writing has been found to:
* Boost your mood/affect;
* Enhance your sense of well-being;
* Reduce symptoms of depression before an important event (like an exam);
* Reduce intrusion and avoidance symptoms post-trauma;
* Improve your working memory (Baikie & Wilhelm, 2005).

When you journal, remember the simple acronym: WRITE!
* W – What do you want to write about? Think about what is going on in your life, your current thoughts and feelings, what you’re striving towards or trying to avoid right now. Give it a name and put it all on paper.
* R – Review or reflect on it. Take a few moments to be still, calm your breath, and focus. A little mindfulness or meditation could help in this step. Try to start sentences with “I” statements like “I feel…”, “I want…”, and, “I think…” Also, try to keep them in the present tense.
* I – Investigate your thoughts and feelings through your writing. Just keep going! If you feel you have run out of things to write or your mind starts to wander, take a moment to re-focus.
* T – Time yourself to ensure that you write for at least 5 minutes. Set a timer if it helps.
* E – Exit strategically and with introspection. Read what you have written and take a moment to reflect on it. Sum up your takeaway in one or two sentences, starting with statements like “As I read this, I notice…”, “I’m aware of…”, or “I feel…” (Adams, n.d.).

08/07/2020

Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate. - Carl Jung Ouch 🥺! That’s a difficult and truthful statement. If you have ever wondered why you keep engaging in the same patterns, whether it’s toxic relationships, problems at work, difficulties getting along with others, some exploration/ therapy would be beneficial. Having a safe place and space in your life to dive in and be curious to uncover what occurs unconsciously will lead to change!

05/07/2020

A gentle reminder for anyone who needs it! Generally speaking, almost everyone can benefit from seeing a therapist. 💕🌻

05/06/2020

These books teach young kids about diversity, inclusion, and equality and can be read to babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-school kids.

03/06/2020

Time to listen, learn, grow and support.

02/06/2020

I have been trying to figure out how to express all that I have been feeling since the senseless murder of George Floyd. I still do not have my own words. Instead I will spend my time amplifying voices that need to be heard. I will also spend time listening, learning, hearing, reading and doing my own work. Black Lives Matter!! And I stand with you all ❤️. .msrd
@ West Covina, California

04/05/2020

It’s been a long hiatus since my last post. In this time of the pandemic and as we all survive our different circumstances. we can all use helpful reminders! I often use this phrase “sitting with it” in my sessions with my clients and found this as a helpful guide.

20/04/2020

Great opportunity for story time!

22/10/2019

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