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Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA

Dr. Clara Alvarez

Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
800 SE 4th Avenue, Suite 808 A, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Let's Connect (786) 207-1396
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Hi! I am a triple board-certified psychiatrist with years of clinical experience and medical teaching. I focus on Brain/Gut health, emotional regulation, chronic illnesses, positive interventions, empowerment, mind-body healing, and lifestyle. I help individuals to achieve their wellness goals, including personal and professional growth. The comprehensive neuropsychiatric assessments are personalized to medical, emotional, situational, and spiritual targets. For Appointments visit Headway.co (under Florida providers)
My practice is patient-centered and integrates a traditional approach with cutting-edge interventions. I often collaborate with Primary Care Doctors, Nutritionists, and other providers to achieve optimal outcomes. My philosophy centers on empowering overall individual skills through evidence-based practices and empathetic care.
My areas of expertise are reproductive psychology, women's and men's health, memory, chronic illnesses, lifestyle medicine, and spirituality in mental health. I am certified in Psychiatry and Neurology, Addiction Medicine, and Consultation Psychiatry. For more information visit our site at www.brainxdynamics.com
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Clara Alvarez now - (786) 207-1396

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Clara Alvarez Villalba, MD, FAPA

800 SE 4th Avenue

Suite 808 A

Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

(786) 207-1396
Dr. Alvarez's approach to mental health care is holistic, addressing the interconnected aspects of mind, body, and spirit.
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Clara Alvarez Villalba, MD, FAPA

800 SE 4th Avenue

Suite 808 A

Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

(786) 207-1396
Dr. Alvarez's approach to mental health care is holistic, addressing the interconnected aspects of mind, body, and spirit.
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Accepting Aetna and Cigna In Network plans. For the out-of-network clients, a superbill is available upon request to submit to the insurance for possible reimbursement.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
"
Accepting Aetna and Cigna In Network plans. For the out-of-network clients, a superbill is available upon request to submit to the insurance for possible reimbursement.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Florida / ME102827 Clara Alvarez
  • In Practice for 17 Years
  • Board Certification by ABPN Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Membership with APA -American Psychiatric Association
  • Degree/Diploma from Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliate ACGME Psychiatry Residency / 2007
  • NorthShore-Long Island Jewish Hospital, Consultation Psychiatry Fellowship, Graduated 2008
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Dr. Alvarez has more than 18 years of experience in several critical areas of mental health. Her professional commitment to collaborative consultation reflects her holistic individualized approach with the integration of the latest innovations and traditional medicine.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
"
Dr. Alvarez has more than 18 years of experience in several critical areas of mental health. Her professional commitment to collaborative consultation reflects her holistic individualized approach with the integration of the latest innovations and traditional medicine.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
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Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Women's Issues
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Dr. Alvarez's mission is rooted in providing Comprehensive Psychiatric consultations that merge lifestyle guidance with scientific expertise. Her primary goal is to enhance patients' health by conducting thorough assessments and fostering collaboration with other healthcare providers and therapists. By prioritizing health, Dr. Alvarez believes that her patients can achieve optimal performance.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
"
Dr. Alvarez's mission is rooted in providing Comprehensive Psychiatric consultations that merge lifestyle guidance with scientific expertise. Her primary goal is to enhance patients' health by conducting thorough assessments and fostering collaboration with other healthcare providers and therapists. By prioritizing health, Dr. Alvarez believes that her patients can achieve optimal performance.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
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Dr. Alvarez often uses psychodynamic, client-centered, positive psychiatry, coaching, and behavioral interventions depending on the unique needs and preferences of the individual. She also works with community therapists and other providers to help optimize medical outcomes.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
"
Dr. Alvarez often uses psychodynamic, client-centered, positive psychiatry, coaching, and behavioral interventions depending on the unique needs and preferences of the individual. She also works with community therapists and other providers to help optimize medical outcomes.
or call with questions - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA

Location

Primary Location

Clara Alvarez Villalba, MD, FAPA

800 SE 4th Avenue

Suite 808 A

Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

(786) 207-1396
"
Dr. Alvarez's approach to mental health care is holistic, addressing the interconnected aspects of mind, body, and spirit.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
"
Dr. Alvarez's approach to mental health care is holistic, addressing the interconnected aspects of mind, body, and spirit.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (786) 207-1396
Photo of Dr. Clara Alvarez, MD, FAPA, Psychiatrist
Dr. Clara Alvarez
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA