About Pedro
Pedro Rivas is a licensed clinical social worker in California with five years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, and concerns related to LGBT identity. He aims to create a respectful, compassionate space where people can talk through what matters most to them.
Pedro keeps things practical and direct. Sessions focus on clear goals and small, doable steps toward them. He tailors conversations and plans to each person’s needs instead of using one-size-fits-all solutions.
Background and approach
He also addresses attachment difficulties, codependency, communication problems, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation or loneliness. Workplace stress, social anxiety, sexuality, and men’s issues are additional areas he supports. The work often involves identifying patterns and trying new ways of handling stressful situations.
Pedro emphasizes collaboration. He listens first, then helps people set priorities and try strategies that fit their life. Progress is measured in small changes that add up over time.
People who reach out can expect a calm, straightforward approach and encouragement to build self-esteem and self-love. Pedro frames the process as partnership - he offers guidance while people decide what changes feel right for them.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Pedro uses evidence-based techniques focused on practical change and emotional understanding. Cognitive approaches help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and low mood. Behavioral strategies focus on testing small changes in daily routines, such as exposure exercises for social anxiety or step-by-step plans to manage workplace stress.He also draws on relational and attachment-informed ideas to help people notice interaction patterns and improve communication and boundaries. That work is useful for codependency, shame, and difficulties forming trusting connections. Together, therapist and client review what’s working and adapt methods to fit the client’s goals and comfort level.
Online therapy with Pedro uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video lets people use face-to-face conversation when it helps. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat and messaging support shorter check-ins or ongoing reflection between appointments. These formats make it simpler to fit therapy into work and life while trying approaches that suit the person.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Anger management
Also works with
- Experience
- 5 years
- Licensed
- California
- Languages
- English