I'm Alan Rivas, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Austin, Texas, with 20 years of experience working with adults. I grew up with a foot in two worlds, and that experience deeply informs how I show up with clients — especially those navigating cultural identity, immigration, or the feeling that who they are doesn't quite line up with where they're going. I work with adults across Texas via telehealth.
I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, positive psychology, and existential philosophy. What that actually looks like in session is practical — we look at the patterns keeping you stuck, challenge the beliefs that aren't serving you, and build clarity about what kind of life actually fits you. I'm direct but warm. I'm not going to nod and wait for you to figure everything out on your own, but I also won't push you faster than you're ready to go. The goal is real movement, not just coping. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming and culturally responsive in my practice.
The first session is a conversation, not an intake form. We'll talk about what brought you in, what you've tried before, and what you actually want out of this. I'll ask questions and I'll share my thoughts — I'm not the kind of therapist who stays silent the whole hour. By the end, you'll have a clearer sense of whether I'm the right fit and what working together might look like. There's no pressure to commit after the first session. Reach out and we'll find a time that works.
