María Isabel Álvarez Torres, PsyD
(Clinical Psychologist)
Preferred Name: María Isabel
About Me
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in trauma, working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced adverse and traumatic events. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including EMDR, integrating trauma neurobiology, emotional regulation, and the restoration of a sense of internal safety.
I provide therapy exclusively in Spanish, offering a culturally responsive and safe space for clients to process their experiences, strengthen internal resources, and move toward emotional stability and well-being.
Education & Experience
- DOCTOR IN CLINICAL PSYCHLOGY (PSY.D.)
UNIVERSIDAD CARLOS ALBIZU, SAN JUAN, P.R.
American Psychological Association accredited program
- CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST/FORENSIC INTERVIEWER
- LGBT INTERVENTION CERTIFIED
- CERTIFIED HYPNOTHERAPIST
- PRIMARY CARE PSYCHOLOGY CERTIFIED
- AUTISM INTERVENTION CERTIFIED
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
THE AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY ON THE ABUSE OF CHILDREN (APSAC)
NATIONAL CHILD TRAUMATIC STRESS NETWORK
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNSELORS & THERAPIST
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
APA DIVISION 47 : SPORT PSYCHOLOGY
PSYCHOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF PUERTO RICO
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Performance Enhancement
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Abuse
- Somatic Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- First Responders
- Group
- LGBTQ+
- Underserved
Language
- Spanish