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Online therapist

Alfred Aguite

Compassionate, values-driven therapy for parents and relationships

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
3 years
Licensed in
California
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Alfred

Alfred Aguite is a licensed marriage and family therapist who uses narrative and humanistic ideas alongside motivational interviewing. He focuses on helping people sort through relationship, intimacy, parenting, and self-esteem concerns. Alfred listens to what matters to each person and helps them act on their values.

His style centers on clear, honest conversation and concrete steps toward change. He trained in counseling and earned a Master of Family Therapy from San Diego State University.

Background and approach

Over three years of clinical work have included supporting parents, people in foster care settings, and those who have experienced incarceration or crisis intervention. That background informs a practical, grounded approach to everyday problems. In sessions he draws from post-modern and narrative therapy to separate people from the stories that hold them back.

Motivational interviewing techniques are used to strengthen motivation and shape goals. Humanistic principles guide the work so clients feel heard and respected as they make choices. Alfred helps people identify values, clarify priorities, and turn intentions into action.

He offers straightforward feedback and encourages self-reflection and honest effort. The aim is to build steadier relationships and a clearer sense of purpose. Sessions are conducted in English and are offered to residents of California.

He works through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and scheduling follows the platform's matching and booking steps.

Using evidence-based approaches online

Alfred draws on narrative therapy to help people separate themselves from the stories that limit them. In plain terms he helps clients identify unhelpful narratives and rewrite them so daily choices match what matters most. This approach can help with persistent shame, stuck patterns in relationships, and questions about life purpose.

He also uses motivational interviewing to build willingness for change. That method focuses on clarifying personal reasons for change and strengthening readiness through short, focused conversations. It is useful when someone feels uncertain or stuck about parenting choices or relationship steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alfred collaborates with each person to pick strategies that fit their goals, values, and comfort level. He adjusts methods as needs evolve and keeps the process conversational and practical.

Online sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows for flexible scheduling and different ways to communicate. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep momentum between meetings. Licensed professionals can use these tools to maintain regular contact and support progress over time.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?
He focuses on relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, and self-esteem. He also addresses communication problems, forgiveness, loneliness, and life purpose.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His work combines narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, and humanistic ideas. That means he helps people reframe unhelpful stories, strengthen motivation, and make values-based choices.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of clinical experience working in counseling roles. His background includes work with parents, group-home and foster youth, and crisis intervention.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, CA LMFT 125601, and practices in California.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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