Meet Our Professional Therapists at Rivas Psychotherapy
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Alexandra Lavado, RMHCI
Alexandra offers therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, helping them manage anxiety, depression, and life transitions with a culturally sensitive approach.

Angela Plugues, LCSW
Angela specializes in trauma, grief, and relationship counseling, providing compassionate support for individuals and families.

Angelique Sever, RMHCI
Angelique helps adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, trauma, and personal challenges through individualized therapy.

Carlos Izquierdo, RMHCI
Carlos supports individuals and couples with relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions, fostering self-awareness and connection.

Carolyn Tope, LCSW
Carolyn helps adults manage chronic illness, grief, and stress through compassionate, personalized therapy.

Eleonora Luchnick, RMHCI
Eleonora provides trauma recovery, relationship counseling, and self-esteem support for individuals and families.

Giselle Barrera, RMHCI
Giselle helps children, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, family conflict, and personal growth with creative techniques.

Jalia Hurst-Smart, LCSW
Jalia offers trauma-informed care, cultural identity support, and family counseling across Florida and New Jersey. As Assistant Clinical Director, she also provides clinical supervision to our team.

Jessica Tinstman-Jones, PhD RMHCI
Jessica specializes in trauma and grief therapy, empowering clients to reclaim their personal narratives.

Lidice Duran, LMHC
Lidice provides compassionate therapy for individuals and families, supporting clients through anxiety, stress, and life transitions with culturally responsive care.

Maria Criollo, RMHCI
Maria provides bilingual counseling for children, adolescents, and adults, supporting clients through life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Melissa Gomes, MHC-LP
Melissa provides compassionate therapy for individuals facing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She offers a supportive space to explore challenges and foster personal growth.

Nicole Grant, RMHCI
Nicole offers therapy for adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem challenges.

Yanira Johnson, LMSW
Yanira provides trauma recovery, family counseling, and personal empowerment support.