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About Me

Hello, and welcome. My name is Julia Rivas, and I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor Associate dedicated to creating a compassionate, supportive, and culturally sensitive space where individuals can feel heard, understood, and empowered in their healing journey.

As a proud first-generation Latina counselor, I understand the importance of feeling seen and respected within the therapeutic process. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, life transitions, stress, emotional overwhelm, self-esteem challenges, and personal growth while honoring each person’s unique background, experiences, and values.

My approach to counseling is warm, collaborative, and holistic. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy while also recognizing the powerful connection between mental, emotional, and physical wellness. I have also completed training as a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP), which has deepened my understanding of mindfulness, nutrition, lifestyle factors, and overall wellness in mental health care.

I have experience working with college students, adults, and multicultural populations, helping clients develop healthier coping strategies, increase self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and reconnect with their sense of purpose and balance.

I believe therapy should feel like a safe and empowering space where you do not have to carry everything alone. My goal is to support you with compassion, authenticity, and encouragement as you move toward healing, growth, and emotional wellness.

I offer counseling services in both English and Spanish.

approach to counseling

My approach to counseling is integrative, compassionate, and client-centered. I draw from evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I also incorporate mind-body wellness principles informed by my training as a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP), supporting the connection between emotional health, lifestyle, and overall well-being.

 

I take a holistic view of each client, recognizing that we are complex human beings made up of multiple interconnected dimensions, including emotional, physical, mental, and relational aspects. In order to support true wellness, I believe it is important to explore and care for each of these areas as part of the healing process.

I also recognize healing as a lifestyle rather than a single destination. It is a meaningful and ongoing process shaped by daily choices, awareness, and intentional care. Within this perspective, my goal is to create a collaborative space where clients feel supported, empowered, and understood as they work toward balance, healing, and personal growth.

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