Opal Psychological Welcomes Dr. Alina Mraz, Clinical Psychologist
We're delighted to welcome Dr. Alina Mraz to Opal Psychological — a licensed clinical psychologist bringing warmth, expertise, and an unwavering belief in human resilience to our La Jolla practice.
If you've been searching for a therapist for teens or young adults in San Diego, someone who understands both the clinical complexity and the very real, lived experience of navigating adolescence and early adulthood, Dr. Mraz is now welcoming new clients.
Dr. Alina Mraz, clinical psychologist at Opal Psychological, a therapy practice in La Jolla, San Diego
Meet Dr. Alina Mraz
Dr. Mraz earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University in San Diego, completed her APA-accredited internship at Sharp Mesa Vista, and finished her postdoctoral fellowship at the Forensic Assessment Institute of Southern California. That training shows up in the room as steadiness — the kind of grounded, evidence-based care that holds space for whatever a client is carrying.
Her clinical focus centers on adolescents and young adults facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, and the disorientation of major life transitions. She also brings specialized experience supporting clients through suicidal ideation, self-injurious behavior, and psychotic disorders — the moments that call for both clinical precision and deep compassion.
Her Approach to Therapy
Dr. Mraz's style is defined by authenticity over jargon. She's less interested in performing "therapist voice" and more invested in real human connection — the kind that actually helps people build a life worth living.
She draws from evidence-based modalities including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
These approaches are especially effective for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and self-harm reduction — areas where Dr. Mraz has particular clinical depth, alongside her work in school refusal, life adjustments, and supporting justice-involved youth and neurodivergent clients.
Who She Works With
Dr. Mraz welcomes:
Adolescents (16+)
Adults (18+)
LGBTQIA2S+ individuals
Whether it's a teenager struggling to get back to school, a young adult facing their first major life transition, or an adult managing a mood disorder, her care is tailored to meet each client exactly where they are.
A Bit More About Dr. Mraz
Outside the therapy room, Dr. Mraz is a proud SDSU alum who spends her time reading, drinking good coffee, walking the beach, and adventuring with her dog, Rey. It's this same groundedness — curious, warm, unhurried — that clients feel the moment they sit down with her.
Now Accepting New Clients in La Jolla & Across California
Dr. Mraz is currently accepting new clients for both in-person sessions in La Jolla and virtual therapy across California. If you or someone you love is ready to take the next step toward feeling more like themselves, we'd love to help you get started.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to learn more about working with Dr. Mraz and see if Opal Psychological is the right fit for your care.
