Vivianna Rodriguez

Hola! My name is Vivianna, but you’re welcome to call me Vivi. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) with experience supporting both children and adults in outpatient and nonprofit settings. I currently work in pediatric behavioral health services in the Austin area, where I partner closely with children and their caregivers to support emotional wellness and healthy development.

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist who was born and raised in a Texas border town. As the daughter of immigrant parents, I deeply value cultural humility and understand the importance of creating a safe, welcoming space where families feel seen, heard, and respected. My parents worked hard to give their children a better life, and that experience continues to shape my passion for supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges with compassion and care.

My therapeutic approach is integrative, which allows me to meet each person where they are and honor their unique story, strengths, and needs. With children (ages 3–12), I primarily use play therapy to help them express emotions, build coping skills, and develop emotional regulation in a developmentally appropriate way. I believe in working collaboratively with families to help children live values-based lives grounded in purpose, connection, and support.

I strive to provide a warm, supportive environment where clients feel comfortable showing up as they are — together, we work toward healing, growth, and meaningful change.

I’m so excited to meet you and your child. Our first visit is designed to feel comfortable, welcoming, and collaborative — like a thoughtful conversation where we begin getting to know each other.

During the first part of the visit, I’ll meet with parents or caregivers to gather important background information about your child’s strengths, personality, daily life, and current concerns. This helps me understand the full picture and how best to support your family.

The second part of the visit is focused on your child. With younger children, this often looks like playing a game, drawing, or engaging in a simple activity while we talk. With teens, it may feel more like a relaxed one-on-one conversation. My goal is to create a space where they feel safe, respected, and heard.

Children and adolescents need time to build trust before they can fully open up. I move at your child’s pace while gently helping them develop insight, emotional awareness, and practical tools to manage big feelings.

Above all, our first visit is about connection, building a foundation so we can do meaningful work together.