Marian Bernadette Therese Alba, MA, RPsy

10/04/2025

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what to expect.
Swipe through to see what your first steps with me might look like.

Remember, I'll be right here. 🩵
Send me a DM or visit my website when you’re ready.

📍In-person sessions:
5A Zamora Street. Brgy. Zamora-Melliza, Iloilo City, PH (across Philpost)

🌐Online sessions:
seriousmd.com/doc/marian-bernadette-therese-alba

04/04/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 “𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲.”
It’s for anyone who wants to heal, grow, and better understand themselves.

But it’s honestly frustrating how these outdated myths still hold people back from getting the help they deserve.
It’s 2025—therapy isn’t a last resort, it’s a powerful tool for self-care.

Swipe through to see some common misconceptions that really need to be left behind.
Have you heard (or believed) any of these before?

31/03/2025

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗕𝗧 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂?
If anxiety, stress, or trauma have been weighing on you, CBT might be the tool you need to take back control.

In my practice, I’ve seen firsthand how CBT helps my patients challenge unhelpful thoughts and build healthier coping strategies. It’s just one of the several evidence-based methods I use to support lasting healing.

Swipe through to see how it works! 👉

27/03/2025

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻—𝗵𝗼𝘄’𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗼 𝗳𝗮𝗿? ☺️

Wherever you’re at, I hope one of these affirmations offers you a bit of comfort today.
Swipe through, take what you need, and feel free to tag a friend who could use a gentle reminder, too. 🩵

21/03/2025

𝗤: 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱?
(Swipe through to find out)



Wishing you all an easy Friday!
Whatever’s on your agenda today, I hope you don’t forget to make room for yourself too.
You’re worth the care you give to others. 🩵

17/03/2025

🩵It’s Women’s Month! 🩵
What better time to reintroduce myself and the work I do?

I’m Marian, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Iloilo City, here to help you heal from trauma, manage your mental health, and grow into the person you want to be.

I’m proud to be part of this field and feel empowered knowing that I can help others find clarity, resilience, and healing. Guiding people through life’s challenges isn’t just my profession—it’s my passion.

Need support? Let's connect:
💡 Message me directly,
💡 Book through the app NowServing by SeriousMD , or
💡 Visit: seriousmd.com/doc/marian-bernadette-therese-alba

I'll be here, whenever you're ready. See you soon!

08/03/2025

Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and boundless potential of women everywhere. 💪🏻

From nurturing families to breaking barriers and inspiring communities, women continue to shape a better world. Let's celebrate their stories, their courage, and their achievements—not just today, but every day.

Here's to lifting each other up and empowering the future generation of women to dream big and create change. Together, we rise. 💜✨

08/03/2025

Silence fuels the stigma, speaking up puts an end to it! Mental health matters, and so do you. Let’s talk, check in on each other, and break the stigma together. You’re never alone!




Layout and Caption by: Rogem Nicole L. Lumagsao - USPF Intern

12/02/2025

Not everything needs to be figured out right now. Breathe, take a step back, and trust the process.

09/02/2025

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Empower yourself by defining what’s best for your well-being. Boundaries aren’t walls but paths to a healthier, happier you. 💜🩵

09/01/2025

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Did you know this?
When referring to someone who has killed themselves, it’s better to say they have “died by su***de” instead of saying they “committed su***de”. This small change in language has a huge impact in saving lives!
Research has shown that the term “committed” has a negative connotation associated with it, making people who have suicidal thoughts feel guilty for how they are feeling. If they feel like they will be greeting with shame instead of comfort and understanding when reaching out for help, they may never take the necessary steps in getting help.
If you’ve used the phrase “committed su***de”, it’s okay! Safe language is something we have to learn about. Moving forward, if you are talking about someone who has lost their life to su***de, try talking about it without the harsh word of “committed”. You never know who around you will notice and appreciate your care in safe language! 💕
🖍: Live Inspired Planners & Kennedy J.

24/12/2024

The holidays aren’t perfect for everyone. It’s okay to feel what you’re feeling. Seek support if you need it. 🌈