Angelica Rivas, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Angelica Rivas

Focus areas

Anger Management

Depression

Mood Disorders

Anxiety

Domestic Violence

Relationship Struggles

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Drug Addiction

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Angelica Rivas

My name is Angelica Rivas, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with a Master's in Social Work from California State University, Bakersfield. I like to use a behavioral approach in therapy, focusing on both short-term and long-term goals to help those in need of change in their lives. My approach I prefer to use either a humanistic or behavioral approach with the overall intent to help clients meet their goals. I have extensive experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My focus I have 7+ years working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and adjustment disorders. I have treated clients between the ages of 5 and 95 years old. My communication style My goal is to provide the most comfortable environment for clients to heal and recover. I hope to build confidence and hope in the people I work with. My journey to therapy I have been attracted to the field of social services and psychology since learning about human behavior in high school. I find it very rewarding and enjoy working with and learning from people of all paths of life. My goals for you I believe that goal setting is one of the most important components of therapy. My approach to goal setting with clients is unique to their individual needs. My first session with you During the first session, expect to be heard but also to start building the therapeutic relationship required for successful healing.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

California State University, Bakersfield, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1881961811

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What practice does Angelica Rivas work with?

Angelica Rivas works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Angelica Rivas?

Angelica Rivas frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Angelica Rivas on their profile.