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Tierra Rivera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
2 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, grief, and substance use. I also support people facing life transitions, identity questions, and the lasting effects of difficult experiences. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and make choices that reflect what matters most to you. I bring warmth, openness, and honest feedback to our work together.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, direct, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with understanding yourself. Together, we’ll explore your emotions, relationships, and patterns to uncover what may be keeping you stuck. Whether you're working through anxiety, loss, addiction, or family challenges, I’ll help you gain clarity, build self-compassion, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is an opportunity to get to know each other and understand what brings you to therapy. We’ll talk about what’s been weighing on you, your relationships, your experiences, and what you hope to change. You can expect thoughtful questions, compassionate listening, and honest feedback without judgment. We’ll begin identifying what matters most to you and how therapy can help you move forward at a pace that feels right.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Humorous, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Fairfield University
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Stress management, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Seniors, Adults, Adolescents, Infants / Toddlers
  • Languages
    English