Beatriz Alvarez is a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI) with specialized experience supporting teens and young adults navigating complex mental health challenges, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and co-occurring substance use concerns.

Beatriz’s therapeutic style is warm, relational, and rooted in evidence-based treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care. She is committed to creating a nonjudgmental and collaborative space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.

In addition to her work with OCD and anxiety, Beatriz has worked extensively with individuals experiencing co-occurring mood and substance use disorders. She is particularly passionate about supporting clients who are navigating the intersection of OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, and co-occurring conditions, helping them reduce avoidance, build emotional regulation skills, and foster long-term stability.

As an RMHCI, Beatriz brings 5 plus years of direct clinical experience working in the mental health field, with specialized experience treating anxiety, OCD, depression, and related concerns. While she is currently completing the final requirements toward independent licensure, she works closely with LiveWell founder McKenna Davis, LMHC, NCC, regularly collaborating on cases, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions. This collaborative model allows clients to benefit from Beatriz’s own clinical experience and therapeutic relationship while also receiving the added support of ongoing consultation and oversight from an additional clinician specializing in anxiety and OCD treatment.

Beatriz’s goal is to help every client gain clarity, develop practical tools, and build a values-aligned life that feels purposeful, balanced, and resilient.

Education & Training

Beatriz earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida (USF) and her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University. She completed advanced clinical training at one of the nation’s premier providers for OCD and anxiety treatment, where she worked with high-acuity clients in Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) levels of care. Beatriz developed a deep foundation in exposure-based therapies and gained extensive experience treating complex and treatment-resistant cases.

A Bit About Beatriz

Outside of her work as a therapist, Beatriz is a proud dog mom to Chuleta, her lovable Frenchie-Shih Tzu mix (whose name fittingly means “pork chop”). She’s a passionate supporter of the Dallas Mavericks and a lifelong basketball fan. Beatriz also enjoys staying active and sees her workouts as a favorite way to recharge and practice mindfulness.