As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bring over two decades of compassionate, culturally responsive clinical experience to my work. My practice is grounded in cultural humility—approaching each client with openness, curiosity, and respect for the unique lived experiences, identities, and strengths they bring into the therapeutic space. I am deeply committed to ongoing learning and self-reflection to ensure that care remains affirming, responsive, and collaborative.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, identity exploration, and personal growth, with particular expertise working with LGBTQ+ communities. I work thoughtfully with concerns related to trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, and the impact of discrimination, recognizing how intersecting identities and systemic factors shape emotional well-being. My approach emphasizes empowerment, validation, and partnership, creating a non-judgmental environment where clients feel seen, heard, and supported.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, I support clients facing challenges related to relationships, sexuality, gender identity, immigration experiences, and personal transformation. I strive to create a therapeutic space that honors each person’s cultural, social, and personal context while fostering healing, resilience, and meaningful change. I offer bilingual services in English and Spanish to ensure accessible, inclusive care for diverse communities.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Immigration issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: 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
NY LCSW 092042
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rosario Lopez-Rivera. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Rosario knows how to listen & is gentle in delivering messages. Rosario provides accurate feedback & knows how to frame things in a way that can be understood. She is great giving a new prospective while also letting people know that sometimes you have to voice things so that you can advocate for yourself & needs. I appreciate Rosario & her work.
Written on Oct 12, 2025 after therapy with Rosario for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rosario is an amazing therapist and has helped me so much. She's professional, compassionate, and has made me feel comfortable sharing and processing things with her, and she's helped me connect the dots and see patterns in my life, and understand how to work through them. Very grateful, highly recommended.
Written on Sep 29, 2025 after therapy with Rosario for 9 months on issues concerning addictions, and intimacy-related issues
My first introduction to therapy was with Rosario & it was amazing. It was warmth & true understanding. I was able to finally get to the root of myself with her help. Life changing.
Written on Aug 19, 2025 after therapy with Rosario for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I’ve never had someone to work with like Rosario. I am extremely grateful for her work.
Written on Aug 14, 2025 after therapy with Rosario for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Rosario is kind and patient. She allows me to express myself in the ways I need to. She is respectful of my feelings and my time. She always makes me feel like I am the most important. It’s almost like I’m her only client. She responds to me outside of our sessions which really helps me to feel important and help me continue to heal everyday.
Written on Nov 22, 2024 after therapy with Rosario for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue