Alissa Rivera LAC, NCC
Alissa completed her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Georgian Court University. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and went on to obtain a Masters of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Alissa is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) that is currently working towards becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). During graduate school, she completed her practicum experience at a partial care program for children and adolescents, and she completed her internship experience at an adult partial care program. Prior to joining the Integrated Care Concepts and Consultation team, Alissa worked as an adult outpatient clinician. She has experience facilitating groups for each of these populations, as well as providing individual therapy for adults.
Alissa uses an eclectic approach to therapy, as she understands that counseling is not one-size-fits-all. As a foundation, she recognizes the importance of meeting clients where they are in their journey and aims to provide a supportive setting that serves as a safe space for her and the client to work collaboratively towards their goals, wellness, and ultimate healing. Alissa prides herself on being empathetic, nonjudgmental, and multiculturally competent. She understands that each client is unique and that our respective cultures and world-views play an important role in our lives and treatment. Alissa provides individual therapy using an integration of Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches and modalities.
Get to Know Alissa
Alissa enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her dog. She enjoys reading, watching television and movies, listening to music, and going to and watching baseball games. Spending quality time with loved ones is very important to Alissa, and she hopes to be a source of positivity and light for those in her personal life, as well as for her clients.
Alissa’s goal is to ensure that each of her clients feel heard, supported, encouraged, and validated. She wishes to help individuals to recognize and build upon their strengths and capabilities so that they feel better equipped to navigate all aspects of their lives. Alissa believes that clients are the experts when it comes to themselves, their struggles, and their goals, so she hopes to offer guidance and assistance to each individual so that they are able to achieve whatever it is that they desire and can become their best selves.
“It’s not about getting the feeling out of the mind, or hiding it, but about experiencing it with acceptance,” and, “As no one else can know how we perceive, we are the best experts on ourselves.” – Carl Rogers
Alissa specializes in:
- Individual Therapy, utilizing an eclectic approach
- Culturally Sensitive approach that welcomes individuals of all cultures and backgrounds
- Anxiety & Depression
- Communication Skills
- Coping Techniques & Stress Management
- Relationships
- Self-Empowerment & Self-Compassion
- Social Skills Building
