Cristina N. Chévere-Rivera, Psy.D.

“Facing your trauma takes immense courage, and I’m here to help you build a life worth living. You don’t have to face these challenges alone.”

About Cristina

• Postdoctoral Resident at Utah Center for Evidence Based Treatment (UCEBT)
• Doctorate from Wright State University’s School of Professional Psychology in Dayton, Ohio

” Trauma is more than just a label—it is a deeply personal experience that varies for each individual.”

Cristina’s Therapy Specialties

• Trauma Recovery: Helping clients overcome feelings of shame or guilt while fostering self-love and building resilience.
• Emotion Regulation: Teaching skills to navigate daily challenges, improve coping, and enhance relationships.
• Multicultural & Latinx Focus: A passion for working with the Latinx population, understanding cultural stigma around therapy, and promoting mental health awareness.

“Together, we’ll build a life worth living by learning strategies to navigate daily challenges.”

Therapeutic Approaches
Cristina integrates evidence-based modalities to meet your unique needs:

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): For processing and healing trauma.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Focused on emotion regulation and coping skills.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helping you reframe unhelpful thoughts.
  Multicultural Therapy: Honoring and incorporating your cultural identity in therapy.
• Skill Training in Affective Regulation (STAIR): For regulating emotions and improving daily functioning.
• Feminist Therapy: Empowering individuals through an inclusive lens.

“I will help you see life as more doable and move forward from the pains that have kept you frozen.”

Why Choose Cristina?

• A Safe Space to Heal:Healing from trauma is not just about overcoming—it’s about transforming. By blending empathy with proven techniques, we’ll create a space where your story becomes a source of strength and where growth feels possible.
• Personalized and Culturally Sensitive Care: My approach creates a balanced, empathetic space for open communication, tailored to your unique cultural and racial identity.
• Empathy and Expertise: A genuine and honest approach that blends vulnerability with science-based methods. 

“By changing your perception of memories and self, we aim to transform and lessen the negative impacts of unhelpful thoughts, leading to profound personal growth.”

What to Expect in Therapy

• A Focus on Transformation: Our goal is to transform your perspective, turning your past into a strength for a thriving future.
• Practical Skills for Growth: Learn strategies to manage emotions, gain insights, and transform unhelpful thoughts into personal growth.
• A Collaborative Partnership: Navigate life’s challenges together in a balanced, empathetic space that fosters open communication.

Let’s Work Together
Courage is the first step, and I’m here to walk with you every step of the way. Together, we’ll transform guilt into growth and uncover a path toward a future filled with strength, purpose, and self-love.

If you’re seeking a therapist who combines honesty, vulnerability, and science, you’ve found the right match.