

I am Dr. De Jesus Rivera, medical director at Self Improvement Psychiatry. We specialize in top notch, personalized, psychiatric services through telemedicine. I do a in depth evaluation without you feeling rushed. Together, we come up with a treatment plan that you feel comfortable with. We also have a HIPAA compliant texting system for easy communication and timely responses should any problems arise in between appointments.
With over 23 years of experience navigating the complexities of hospital-based and outpatient psychiatry, I have come to believe that "the part can never be well unless the whole is well." I founded this practice to move away from the brief, medication-centered visits that have become the industry standard, offering you or your child a space where you are truly seen and heard. By blending the precision of Functional Medicine with the insight of Psychotherapy, I focus on treating the person, not just the diagnosis—because, as the saying goes, "The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease."
If we find that progress isn't meeting our goals in that time, we won’t simply "stay the course." Instead, I will leverage my decades of clinical expertise to conduct a comprehensive deep-dive reassessment, utilizing advanced diagnostics to uncover hidden barriers and pivot our strategy. My promise to you is simple: we will keep searching for answers until we find the path that leads you home to yourself.
I have a wide-ranging education background in counseling, receiving my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. I am experienced in helping with many concerns including, but not limited to; self concepts, mood disorders (anxiety, depression, etc), coping skills, effective communication skills, gender specific issues, family systems, body image, relapse prevention, chemical dependency, and anger management.
As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering individuals, particularly those navigating midlife transitions, multicultural experiences, and healing from challenging personal histories.
My Christian faith dictates everyone is worthy of love and to be able to navigate this beautiful, wild journey of life to the fullest and healthiest. The same can be said in therapy, where I provide positive curiosity and a goal-oriented style.
From home and community to office to tele-health, my decade of experience as an LCSW have provided amazing journeys in unexpected places.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, & Holistic therapist, I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, mood, anger, trauma stress, PTSD, adjustment issues, life transitioning, grieving, and relationship challenges. In our sessions, you can expect a nonjudgmental and safe space where you’ll feel truly heard and supported.


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