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Our Team | Rivas Psychotherapy

Alexandra Lavado, RMHCI - Licensed Therapist in Florida

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 Plugues, LCSW

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

Angelique Sever, RMHCI

Angelique Sever, RMHCI

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

Carlos Izquierdo, RMHCI

Carlos Izquierdo, RMHCI

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

Carolyn Tope, LCSW

Carolyn Tope, LCSW

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

Eleonora Luchnick, RMHCI

Eleonora Luchnick, RMHCI

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

Giselle Barrera, RMHCI

Giselle Barrera, RMHCI

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

Jalia Hurst-Smart, LCSW - Assistant Clinical Director at Rivas Psychotherapy

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 Tinstman-Jones, PhD RMHCI

Jessica specializes in trauma and grief therapy, empowering clients to reclaim their personal narratives.

Lidice Duran, LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Rivas Psychotherapy in Florida

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 - Bilingual Therapist Providing Counseling in English and Spanish

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 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 Grant, RMHCI

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

Yanira Johnson, LMSW

Yanira Johnson, LMSW

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

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