I find Dr. Alvarez very easy to talk with and felt comfortable sharing my inner most thoughts with her quickly after meeting. She provides a safe and encouraging space with many ideas on ways to create change. She provides support with her words and gives materials to review should you choose to, without pressure. I appreciate my time with her.
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D., LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Catherine is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Catherine. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Listens, kind, insightful, and informative as well.
More about Catherine
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Hi, I’m Dr. Alvarez,
Though not limited to this list, my top specialty areas are in the Expressive Arts, Jungian Psychotherapy, Holistic Therapy, and Post-abortion Stress Syndrome. Most importantly, I have gone through a lot in my life. There are times when I didn’t know if I’d ever be ok, or even survive, but eventually, taking it day-by-day, step-by-step, I did. I fought through having a broken heart (many times actually), being a single mom, getting through school, and arriving at the point I’m at today, speaking to you right now. And I’m doing this, because if I could do it with all the obstacles against me, so can you. There’s always Hope; as long as we’re here, living, breathing, and seeking. If what I am saying resonates with you, please feel free to contact me. I look forward to connecting. Dr. A.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Anger management
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154915486.
- LMHC · Florida · MH23606 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D.
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I find Dr. Alvarez very easy to talk with and felt comfortable sharing my inner most thoughts with her quickly after meeting. She provides a safe and encouraging space with many ideas on ways to create change. She provides support with her words and gives materials to review should you choose to, without pressure. I appreciate my time with her.
Listens, kind, insightful, and informative as well.
I want to give a positive recognition to my therapist Dr. Catherine Alvarez I've never experienced such a welcoming and connective professional experience like I've had with Dr. Alvarez she is not just a compassionate therapist she is also very knowledgeable Focuses on the root of the problem and comes to a rational and attainable solution gives me a sense of happiness to know I can entrust her with my daily struggles and I couldn't be anymore grateful
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. speak?
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. have?
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. has 16 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. licensed to practice?
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. offer?
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D.?
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D.?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.