Dr. Clara Alvarez Verified Provider

Dr. Clara Alvarez in Hallandale Beach, Florida is a psychiatrist offering comprehensive mental health care through her practice Brain X Dynamics.

She specializes in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction and complex medical-psychiatric conditions, using an integrative, whole-person approach that blends evidence-based therapy with thoughtful medication management.

Her multidisciplinary, mind-body orientation and bilingual Spanish/English services make her a distinctive option for adults seeking personalized psychiatric care in South Florida.

What approaches and conditions does Dr. Alvarez address?

Dr. Alvarez treats depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, grief, addiction, and health-related concerns including chronic illness, psycho-oncology and women’s reproductive mental health.

Her therapeutic toolkit includes CBT, Psychodynamic therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing and Person-Centered approaches, alongside medication management.

Who is the practice a good fit for?

Her practice serves adults ages 18 and older on an individual basis. Dr. Alvarez offers services in both English and Spanish, making her practice especially welcoming to Spanish-speaking clients.

How can I be seen?

Her office is in Hallandale Beach, Florida and both in-person and telehealth appointments are available, with a strong virtual care option for clients across Florida.

How much do sessions cost?

Dr. Alvarez accepts several insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, Oscar, Optum, and UnitedHealthcare.

For out-of-network clients, superbills are available. Self-pay fees are $500 for an initial session and $250 for standard visits.