Stephany Rivera (she/her/ella) is a Florida-based Latina, English, and Spanish speaking Social Worker. She is a proud first-generation Colombian-American and college graduate who has experienced the marginalization of coming from an immigrant family. These experiences have informed her passion of providing each client with a supportive space to overcome the stigmas of mental health in BIPOC communities. Stephany is an LGBTQ+ ally who also devotes herself to anti-racism in her therapy and daily life. She takes pride in developing unique and safe relationships with her clients centered on a multicultural and eclectic approach. Therefore, she tailors her treatment based on clients’ individual needs and experiences. When Stephany isn’t building strong therapeutic connections, you can find her swimming and playing with her beloved dogs!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, ADHD, Abandonment, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Emptiness, Family problems, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Jealousy, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
FL LCSW SW17323
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She’s so great! She’s been absolutely understanding, kind and supportive. She’s everything I need right now and I’m happy I’ve tried this service.
Written on Aug 29, 2020 after therapy with Stephany for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
stephany has been so supportive and amazing
Written on Aug 25, 2020 after therapy with Stephany for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephany has helped me build so much confidence in the sessions we have had. She really takes the time to let you express your worries and concerns. She provides useful feedback that you can easily apply in real life. I definitely feel like I got so lucky to be matched with her. You won’t regret getting to know such a kind-hearted woman!
Written on Aug 18, 2020 after therapy with Stephany for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, and self esteem