Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D., LMHC
Guiding resilience and healing through life changes
- Expressive arts integration
- Trauma and grief experience
- Collaborative growth focus
About Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D.
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D., LMHC brings a blend of professional training and lived experience to her work. She holds a Ph.D., which is a doctoral degree, and is also licensed as an LMHC - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - which reflects formal preparation to provide mental health care. Her practice highlights expressive arts, Jungian psychotherapy, holistic approaches, and work with post-abortion stress syndrome, and she frames those modalities within a compassionate, hopeful orientation.
Having navigated significant personal challenges herself, she speaks from both training and experience. She has persevered through repeated heartbreak, the demands of single parenting, and the pressures of completing advanced study, and she uses that perspective to connect with people who are struggling to imagine a way forward. That history informs a style that is grounded, empathetic, and oriented toward practical steps for change.
Dr. Alvarez emphasizes day-by-day progress and the presence of hope even in difficult seasons. She invites individuals who feel drawn to her approach to reach out and explore whether her way of working aligns with their needs and goals.
Having navigated significant personal challenges herself, she speaks from both training and experience. She has persevered through repeated heartbreak, the demands of single parenting, and the pressures of completing advanced study, and she uses that perspective to connect with people who are struggling to imagine a way forward. That history informs a style that is grounded, empathetic, and oriented toward practical steps for change.
Dr. Alvarez emphasizes day-by-day progress and the presence of hope even in difficult seasons. She invites individuals who feel drawn to her approach to reach out and explore whether her way of working aligns with their needs and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. have?
Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. has 17 years of experience.
Is Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license details are FL LMHC MH23606.
In which languages does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Catherine Alvarez, Ph.D. cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions by helping clients build psychological flexibility and focus on what matters most.Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close connections and emotional regulation. It can be helpful for relationship challenges, intimacy-related issues, and for people seeking to understand how past hurts influence present behavior.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It is commonly applied to anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes through practical skill-building.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Alvarez works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify strategies that fit each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow therapists and clients to connect in ways that accommodate schedules, mobility, and geographical distance while maintaining consistent, goal-focused work.
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