Jorge Rivas-Carrillo, LCSW

Jorge Rivas-Carrillo is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people managing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He brings 13 years of experience and works with people navigating life transitions, including midlife shifts and changing roles. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and take place with attention to each person's cultural background and life story.

He aims to make therapy straightforward and practical. Jorge listens for patterns that keep problems repeating, then helps people try different ways of responding. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients notice unhelpful thinking, process strong emotions, and practice new behaviors that fit their goals.

His work often focuses on relationship dynamics and attachment concerns, including abandonment, communication problems, and family of origin issues. He also supports people facing caregiver stress, immigration-related challenges, divorce and separation, and issues around control or dependency.

Jorge describes his style as compassionate and direct. He helps people break down big problems into step-by-step actions. He also supports those working through guilt, shame, forgiveness, and the mixed feelings that come with life change.

People who meet with him can expect practical tools alongside open conversation. He helps clients build resilience and clearer decision making, whether they are coping with panic, adjusting to new roles, or seeking a stronger sense of purpose.

Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options

Jorge uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide his work. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. This approach helps people spot automatic thoughts and practice different responses to stressful situations. Another approach emphasizes processing strong emotions and building healthier attachment patterns. It can be useful for grief, anger, abandonment concerns, and relationship-related distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jorge collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, values, and daily life. He adjusts techniques over time based on what helps and what doesn’t, so the work stays practical and relevant.

The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue work during life transitions or when relocating within Florida. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and focus to match the client's needs and routines.