Rosario Lopez-Rivera, LCSW

Bilingual LCSW supporting identity and resilience

Trauma and anxiety
LGBTQ affirmative care
English and Spanish

About Rosario Lopez-Rivera

Rosario Lopez-Rivera is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of clinical experience who centers practice on cultural humility, ongoing learning, and collaborative care. As an LCSW - which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a professional mental health license - she approaches each person with curiosity and respect for their unique identities, backgrounds, and strengths. Her style emphasizes partnership and consistent self-reflection to keep care responsive and affirming.

She has particular experience supporting people through complex life transitions, identity exploration, and personal growth, and brings focused expertise with LGBTQ communities. Rosario works thoughtfully with concerns related to trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, and the effects of discrimination, paying attention to how intersecting identities and systemic factors shape emotional well-being. Empowerment and validation are central to her work, and she aims to create a non-judgmental environment where clients feel seen, heard, and supported.

Drawing on evidence-based methods, Rosario assists clients facing challenges around relationships, sexuality and gender identity, immigration experiences, addiction, grief, and other life changes. She offers services in both English and Spanish to increase accessibility for diverse communities and to honor clients' cultural and social contexts while fostering resilience and meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Addictions GriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Rosario Lopez-Rivera have?

Rosario Lopez-Rivera has 20 years of experience in clinical social work and psychotherapy.

Is Rosario Lopez-Rivera a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NY LCSW 092042.

In which languages does Rosario Lopez-Rivera provide therapy?

Rosario provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Rosario Lopez-Rivera located?

Rosario Lopez-Rivera is located in New York.

How can I work with Rosario Lopez-Rivera as my therapist?

You can work with Rosario Lopez-Rivera through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Rosario Lopez-Rivera work with international clients?

Rosario Lopez-Rivera does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Rosario Lopez-Rivera cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Rosario Lopez-Rivera

Rosario integrates approaches such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor care to each person. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relational patterns influence feelings and behavior, which can help with intimacy-related issues, relationship struggles, and the impacts of trauma. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, validation, and meeting clients where they are, supporting identity exploration, self-esteem, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Rosario works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration allows adjustments over time as priorities and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to access support from different locations within the therapist's service area. These options help maintain continuity of care and make it simpler for clients to engage in therapy in ways that feel most comfortable and practical for them.

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