About Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves
Focus areas
Bariatric Pre-Surgical Psychological Assessment
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Trauma Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Strength-Based
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Portuguese
Getting to know Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves
Hi! My name is Dr. Alves, and I provide pre-bariatric surgery psychological evaluation for those living the the state of NY. I approach this required assessment from a trauma-informed lens, and I am committed to making sure you feel supported, heard, and safe throughout the bariatric surgery process. I also am committed to making the evaluation process as accessible and easy as possible, with very producing a report to your surgical team within 5 days of the assessment.
The purpose of the bariatric evaluation is to help ensure that you’re mentally and emotionally ready for the many changes that follow surgery, and that you have all the support you need in place to start this process!
If you’re considering weight loss surgery, you probably already know that there are many reasons why people struggle with weight — including the impact of physical, health-related, emotional, trauma, behavioral, relational, and societal influences. Just as your decision to pursue surgery is deeply personal, so are the experiences and factors that led you here.
A bariatric surgery psychological evaluation helps you and your medical team gain a clearer understanding of your readiness and needs before surgery. Together, we explore: your motivation for pursuing surgery; current eating, health, and lifestyle habits; the surgical process and its implications; emotional and psychological preparedness; any fears or anxieties related to the procedure; expectations for outcomes; and strengths and supports available to you.
Weight loss surgery is a major step. Many people find that the biggest adjustments come not only from physical recovery, but also from navigating emotional changes, evolving identity, and shifting relationships. The pre-surgery psychological evaluation helps ensure that you’re supported, informed, and prepared for both the challenges and the growth that come with this life-changing journey.
What should a new client know about working with you?
There are three steps to the bariatric psychological evaluation process: 1) Booking an interview; 2) Filling out multiple screeners and questionnaires before we meet for the interview; 3) One-hour clinical interview. At the end of this process a psychological evaluation report will be sent to your surgical team and to you, within 5 business days.
Bariatric surgery evaluations with me cost a flat fee of $1200 (for clients based in New York State). Depending on your insurance, the partial or full cost of the evaluation may be covered.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Here's a more detailed explanation of what to expect from the bariatric surgery evaluations:
The psychological bariatric evaluation includes a 1 hour clinical interview (in-person or online, depending on your preference). During this interview I will ask you broad questions about your life (family history, living situation, support systems, etc) and more detailed questions about your medical history, proposed surgical procedure, and expectations for surgery. You will be filling out questionnaires and screening tools online prior to our meeting, through the secure client portal.
During the clinical interview I will provide you with educational materials, resources, and we will have time for you to discuss any concerns you may have.
I will then provide a psychological report with recommendations to you and your medical team, within 5 business days of your evaluation date. We will also schedule a brief follow-up call to discuss recommendations together, or any questions you may have.
I will be in communication with your medical team as needed throughout this whole process, and available for any follow-up services if needed.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $1200 for 60 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
I do not take insurance, but I do provide out-of-network documentation so you can submit the claim with your insurance. There is a flat fee of $1,200 for the pre-bariatric surgery psychological evaluation, which includes assessment battery, clinical interview, writing the report, and communication with care team throughout the process.
Office location
Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves, PhD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Southern Illinois University, PhD in Counseling Psychology
NPI number
1699504472
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves?
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Is Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves online?
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What practice does Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves work with?
Where is Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves's office located?
Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves has 2 office locations in Malta, view full addresses on Dr. Durante Bergue Alves's profile.
What languages does Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves speak?
Dr. Catarina Durante Bergue Alves speaks English and Portuguese.