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Brenda Rivas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
4 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Brenda Rivas is a double board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in both family and psychiatric-mental health care, with 4 years of dedicated experience in adult psychiatry. Known for her warm, empathetic approach, Brenda brings an unwavering commitment to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moments. Her passion for mental health stems from a genuine desire to help others feel heard, understood, and empowered on their journey toward wellness.

My approach to therapy

What makes Brenda special is her ability to create genuine connections with her clients. She believes that feeling truly heard and understood is fundamental to healing, and she brings this philosophy to every therapeutic relationship. Her warm presence and empathetic nature help clients feel safe to explore their experiences and work toward positive change.

Brenda provides specialized care for adults ages 16-65+, offering age-appropriate treatment that considers the unique challenges and developmental needs of each life stage.

When not in practice, Brenda enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family, experiences that enrich her perspective and bring fresh energy to her clinical work.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Holistic, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Barry University, Other at Chamberlain College of Nursing
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    OCD, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    14221 Southwest 120th Street Ste 207
    Miami, FL 33186