Dr. Cara Bortz
About Dr. Cara Bortz
Dr. Cara Bortz is a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in mental health care, currently working at the VA Outpatient Clinic and Brevard Health Alliance, Inc. in Florida.
Work at Brevard Health Alliance
Dr. Cara Bortz has been employed at Brevard Health Alliance, Inc. as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist since 2016. In this role, she provides psychological services to patients in the Melbourne, Florida area. Her responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of various mental health conditions. Dr. Bortz's experience at Brevard Health Alliance contributes to the organization's mission of improving community health and access to mental health care.
Current Role at VA Outpatient Clinic
Since 2019, Dr. Cara Bortz has served as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at the VA Outpatient Clinic in Viera, Florida. In this capacity, she focuses on delivering psychological care to veterans. Her work involves conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy to support the mental health needs of veterans in the community.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Cara Bortz earned her Doctor of Psychology degree in Clinical Psychology from the Florida Institute of Technology, completing her studies from 2007 to 2015. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from the same institution, studying from 2010 to 2012. This extensive educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her clinical practice.
Previous Experience in Psychology
Before her current roles, Dr. Cara Bortz worked as a Student Psychologist at Circles Of Care from 2013 to 2014. She also completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Orlando, Florida, from 2015 to 2016. These positions provided her with valuable experience in various clinical settings and enhanced her expertise in psychological assessment and treatment.