About Dr. Alvarez:
Shaila Alvarez, Psy.D.: Dr. Alvarez is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Mindful Assessments and Psychological Services. She earned her master’s degree in Psychological Services from Kean University in 2019 and her Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from the APA-accredited Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2025. During her final year of her doctoral program, she completed her predoctoral internship at Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare.
Since beginning her graduate training, Dr. Alvarez has gained experience working in a variety of clinical settings, including private outpatient practices, community mental health centers, and specialized treatment programs. She has provided therapy and assessment services to children, adolescents, and adults presenting with neurodevelopmental, mood, anxiety, trauma, and learning disorders. She provides services in both English and Spanish.
In her leisure time, Dr. Alvarez enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring new restaurants, and relaxing with her cat.
