About Pedro
Pedro Rivas is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and issues related to LGBT identity. He also supports those dealing with anger, low self-esteem, and problems with motivation. Pedro writes in plain, respectful language and aims to make the first step feel manageable.
He approaches each person as an individual and adapts conversations and plans to fit what they need. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer ways of thinking about everyday problems.
How Pedro works
Pedro works to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk things through and try new ways of coping. His work also touches on relationship patterns such as attachment concerns and codependency. He helps with communication problems, feelings of guilt and shame, and social anxiety that can make connecting hard.
Workplace stress and loneliness are other topics he addresses in sessions. Pedro pays attention to issues that commonly affect men, questions around sexuality, and building self-love. He uses straightforward goals so progress feels concrete and measurable.
Over time he supports people in testing changes and noticing what improves. Pedro has five years of professional experience and holds a California LCSW. He offers sessions in English and adapts the format to what fits each person best, with options for talk and brief skills practice during appointments.
What Pedro works with
The areas below are the ones Pedro selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Anger management
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 5 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
Approaches that meet you where you are
Pedro uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and low mood. This helps with worry, social anxiety, and feeling stuck. Another approach targets patterns in relationships and attachment - it looks at how past connections shape current reactions and focuses on building healthier ways to relate and communicate.Deciding which method fits best is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the person to match approaches to their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. Together they try interventions for a few sessions and adjust the plan based on what helps most.
Online therapy offers flexibility with several session formats. Video calls let people speak face-to-face when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging support shorter, frequent exchanges and can fit around work or busy days. These options make it easier to keep momentum and practice new skills between meetings.
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