María Isabel Álvarez Torres, PsyD

(Clinical Psychologist)
Preferred Name: María Isabel

EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training™

Online Therapy

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