Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy Solutions
At Rivers Psychotherapy Services, we provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care tailored to individuals, couples, and families. Our mission is to create a nurturing environment where holistic healing flows freely and new beginnings take root. With a team of licensed clinicians, we integrate empathetic care and proven therapeutic techniques to help clients build resilience, restore balance, and achieve sustained well-being. We specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions while fostering personal growth through client-centered approaches. Our vision extends beyond individual healing to cultivating a community where mental wellness is prioritized and accessible. By offering both in-person and telehealth appointments, we ensure flexibility and convenience for our clients across Mississippi and Louisiana.Our clinicians bring decades of combined experience in social work, counseling, and public health, emphasizing culturally competent care for diverse populations. We are committed to ethical practice, continuous professional development, and creating safe spaces where clients feel heard and empowered. Whether navigating crises or seeking personal development, our team guides clients through transformative journeys toward healthier, more fulfilling lives. Through specialized programs for women, military families, and Spanish-speaking communities, we demonstrate our dedication to inclusive, community-focused mental healthcare.
Services
Anxiety & Depression Treatment
Stress Management
PTSD Therapy
Crisis Intervention
Grief Counseling
Family Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Trauma Recovery
Life Transitions Support
Parenting Skills Development
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed care from clinicians with decades of combined experience
- Our therapists use evidence-based modalities like EMDR and CBT
- We provide both in-person and telehealth appointment options
- Specialized support for women, military families, and Spanish-speaking clients
- Our holistic approach integrates mental health with overall wellness
Services
Anxiety & Depression Treatment
Our specialized programs address anxiety and depression through evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness techniques. We help clients develop coping strategies for managing symptoms while addressing root causes. Treatment plans are personalized to individual needs, combining talk therapy with practical skill-building exercises for long-term emotional regulation.
Trauma Recovery
We specialize in trauma-informed care using EMDR and somatic therapies to process traumatic experiences. Our clinicians help clients rebuild safety and trust while developing grounding techniques. Treatment focuses on restoring emotional balance and reducing trauma-related symptoms through structured, compassionate therapeutic approaches.
Family Therapy
Our family systems approach addresses communication patterns and relationship dynamics. We help families navigate conflict resolution, improve emotional connections, and establish healthy boundaries. Sessions focus on creating understanding between members while developing practical tools for maintaining positive interactions beyond therapy.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure online therapy sessions provide accessible mental healthcare for clients in Mississippi and Louisiana. This option maintains therapeutic continuity through HIPAA-compliant platforms while offering flexibility for those with scheduling or mobility challenges. Virtual sessions maintain the same quality standards as in-person visits.
Life Transitions Support
We guide clients through major life changes like career shifts, parenthood, or loss. Our approach combines cognitive restructuring with practical problem-solving to build resilience. Therapy focuses on adapting to new circumstances while maintaining emotional stability during periods of significant change.
People
Dr. Shelia Rivers
CEO and Chief Therapist
Doctor of Social Work with 20+ years in trauma therapy and women's mental health. Specializes in holistic wellness approaches and relationship counseling. Holds dual licenses in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Cynthia Blackwell-Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor
15-year veteran in child/adolescent therapy using play and sandtray techniques. Integrates EMDR and creative therapies for personalized healing journeys with clients of all ages.
Dr. Joshua Peters Smith
Lead Therapist
Dually licensed mental health and spiritual wellness expert with 14 years in holistic emotional health. Combines psychological principles with spiritual guidance for comprehensive client care.
Ashley Campbell
Licensed Master Social Worker
Specializes in adolescent mental health and gender identity exploration using CBT and ACT frameworks. Focuses on creating affirming spaces for young adults navigating life transitions.
San Juanita Arredondo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Bilingual therapist with military family experience using mindfulness and CBT approaches. Specializes in child/adolescent mental health and academic performance support.
Questions
What types of mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and crisis intervention using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we offer virtual therapy sessions for clients in Mississippi and Louisiana seeking convenient mental health care options.
What makes your therapists qualified?
Our team includes licensed clinical social workers and professional counselors with advanced degrees and specialized training in trauma-informed care.
Do you work with military families?
Yes, we have clinicians with experience supporting military service members and families through deployment stress and reintegration challenges.
Are Spanish-language services available?
Yes, we have bilingual therapists who provide culturally competent care for Spanish-speaking individuals and families.