Our Philosophy

At Alan Rivas Therapy, we firmly believe in making high-quality mental health care accessible to everyone, and we translate this belief into concrete actions each day. We are committed to ensuring affordability by setting reasonable fees, maintaining a team of bilingual, multicultural staff, and providing flexible scheduling options, including evenings and weekends. In our commitment to enhanced accessibility, we have offered Telehealth therapy since 2014, catering to clients with busy schedules or transportation constraints.

Our mission is rooted in delivering compassionate, professional, and effective psychotherapy to individuals of all ages across Texas and Florida. We understand the significance of finding a therapist with whom you feel comfortable. To assist you in this crucial process, we’d like to share insights into our therapeutic philosophy and specialties. Scroll down to discover more about our dedicated staff and the comprehensive services we offer.

Alan Rivas, Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, Founder.

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Meet The Team

Alan Rivas, LCSW, Founder

My past work at Yale University provided me a valuable understanding of the therapeutic relationship. The foundation to a successful therapeutic relationship is the creation of a safe place for one to explore conflicts, issues, and feelings. I seek to create an atmosphere that is warm and empathetic while encouraging clients to be open to deep and profound exploration. This dynamic has proven to foster the kind of environment I believe is conducive to growth and change.

Elizabeth Deanda, LCSW

My work as a therapist is driven by a strong belief that the best healing is done in connection. In connection to ourselves and to others. This is why I consider the therapeutic relationship to be the most important "tool" in therapy. I am committed to offering a calm and compassionate space in which to explore your concerns and beliefs.

Valeria Lerma, LCSW

I specialize in trauma treatment (PTSD), as well as depression, anxiety, and marriage and family issues. I am also skilled in crisis intervention and Illness Management and Recovery for adults with severe mental illness. I very much enjoy working with children and adolescents as well and have experience in providing emotional skills training and psychotherapy for children with severe emotional disturbance.

Wendy Contreras, LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor who has been in the field for a little over 6 years. My multilayered lens brings healing, integration, and transformation to the lives of others through individual counseling. I guide mothers towards empowerment by helping them attune to the wisdom of their bodies through mindfulness and self compassion. I […]

Victoria Guzman, LPC

I provide counseling to individuals and families. I’m passionate in helping individuals reach their full potential and have been privileged to help students succeed in becoming confident, resilient and empowered individuals. Seeing children and adolescents find their true passions and exceed their own goals and expectations is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences. […]

Mayra Nieto, LPC

I am a licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, Louisiana, and Kentucky. My mission is to serve others by empowering and helping each person on their path to emotional wellness. I am also trained and experienced in treating clients suffering from OCD, Excoriation, Trichotillomania, and Hoarding through the application of Exposure Response Prevention Therapy and/or Habit Reversal Training. [...}

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