Yadimahara Alvarez is an associate clinical social worker who specializes in dissociative identity disorder, anxiety, depression, and substance use. Within her practice, Yadimahara uses tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), problem-solving therapy (PST), and risk assessment.
Yadimahara earned her master in social work and Pupil Personnel Services Credential from the University of Southern California, both with an emphasis on children, youth, and families. She has experience with commercial sexual exploitation of children, intensive field client care services, and wraparound with at-risk foster children and youth.
Yadimahara is passionate about helping others and is committed to making a positive impact within her community through an empathetic and caring approach.