Nichelle Alva, Lmft
About Nichelle Alva, Lmft
Nichelle Alva is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in both public and private mental healthcare sectors. She currently works at Brightside Health and is dedicated to serving youth and underserved populations while advocating for health equity.
Work at Brightside Health
Nichelle Alva has been employed at Brightside Health as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2023. In her role, she focuses on providing therapeutic services and support to clients, utilizing her extensive background in mental health. Her work aligns with Brightside Health's mission to offer accessible mental health care solutions.
Education and Expertise
Nichelle Alva holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Occupational Therapy from the University of Minnesota, where she studied from 2009 to 2011. She furthered her education at The Chicago School, earning a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from 2013 to 2016. This educational foundation supports her expertise in mental health therapy.
Background in Mental Healthcare
Nichelle Alva has a diverse background in both public and private mental healthcare sectors. She has held various roles, including Clinical Counselor at PUC Schools, Clinician II at Mindstrong, and Behavioral Health Therapist at Brightline. Her experiences span multiple settings, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of mental health needs.
Advocacy for Health Equity
Nichelle Alva is an advocate for health equity, focusing on the needs of neurodivergent, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. She aims to disrupt the behavioral and mental healthcare industry to create more inclusive and equitable services. Her passion for serving youth and underserved populations is evident in her therapeutic approach.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Nichelle Alva worked in various capacities that contributed to her professional development. She served as a Manager-on-Duty and Human Resources Assistant at Kowalski's Markets, an Executive Operations and Student Services Specialist at the University of Minnesota, and a Customer Service Team Member at Whole Foods Market. These roles provided her with a broad skill set applicable to her current work in therapy.