Professional and Respectable
Dr. Carey Alvord, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Carey is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.7 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Carey. View 3 reviews
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and Virginia
Recent reviews
She's very good
More about Carey
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I am a licensed LMFT in California with 24 years of professional work experience. My expertise is in attachment, developmental trauma, and parent-child relationships. I have a doctorate in human services.
Since I have unique experience, I want to make sure the clients that I work with can best benefit from my background. I work specifically with biological, foster, adoptive and relative parents who have children of all ages and are open to attachment based parenting work. I also work with teens and adults who are looking for someone who can help them better understand their attachment patterns as it relates to childhood loss and trauma.
It is important that I create a sense of emotional safety for clients by offering an open yet structured environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Depending on the needs of you and your family, I use aspects of EMDR (if seen as appropriate), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Neurosequential model, Mindfulness techniques, Theraplay, REST (my own approach), Experiential work, and others.
Taking the first step to seeking more fulfilling and happier relationships, takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Self-esteem
LGBT Issues
Grief
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Family of origin issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Immigration issues
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
- Systemic Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Carey Alvord's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013006220.
- LMFT · California · 44400 · Renews November 2026
- LMFT · Virginia · 0717002665 · Renews June 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Carey Alvord
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Professional and Respectable
She's very good
Dr. Alvord provides a space that makes me feel comfortable sharing with her and constantly reassures me which is what I need. I think that she has taken the time to understand what I need and feel that she puts in a lot of effort to help me work through problems I am having. I really really appreciate her and feel very seen and understood.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Carey Alvord offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Carey Alvord works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Carey Alvord speak?
Dr. Carey Alvord speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Carey Alvord have?
Dr. Carey Alvord has 23 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Carey Alvord licensed to practice?
Dr. Carey Alvord is licensed to practice in California and Virginia.
Does Dr. Carey Alvord accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dr. Carey Alvord accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dr. Carey Alvord accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Carey Alvord accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Carey Alvord offer?
Dr. Carey Alvord offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Systemic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Carey Alvord?
Dr. Carey Alvord can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Carey Alvord?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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