San Diego Psychologist | Individual & Couples Therapy
Rooted and Rising Psychology provides individual and couples therapy in San Diego, CA, with in-person appointments in downtown San Diego and secure telehealth throughout California.
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Psychologist in San Diego, CA
Psychologist in San Diego, CA
Rooted and Rising Psychology provides individual and couples therapy in San Diego, California. Bartell Rivera, Psy.D., is a Licensed Psychologist in California offering a collaborative, compassionate approach to therapy for adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, identity, addictive behavior, and other challenges.
In-person therapy is available in downtown San Diego, with secure telehealth appointments available throughout California.
Individual & Couples Therapy in San Diego
Individual & Couples Therapy in San Diego
Therapy can provide a supportive space to better understand yourself, work through difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and make meaningful changes. Bartell works collaboratively with clients to understand their goals and develop an approach that fits their individual needs.
Areas of Focus
Areas of Focus
Bartell works with individuals and couples experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ concerns, addictive behavior, communication challenges, and personal growth.
Explore the areas of focus that may be relevant to you:
A Collaborative Approach to Therapy
A Collaborative Approach to Therapy
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Bartell draws from evidence-based practices including Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Contextual Trauma Therapy, and Family/Marital Therapy.
The goal is to develop a therapeutic relationship and treatment approach that fits your needs, values, and goals.
Meet Dr. Bartell Rivera
Meet Dr. Bartell Rivera
I'm Bartell Rivera, Psy.D., licensed psychologist in San Diego, California. My approach to therapy is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with understanding yourself and the patterns that shape your life and relationships.
In-Person Therapy in Downtown San Diego
In-Person Therapy in Downtown San Diego
Rooted and Rising Psychology is located in downtown San Diego at 1620 Fifth Avenue, Suite 800, San Diego, CA 92101.
Telehealth Throughout California
Telehealth Throughout California
For clients who prefer online therapy or are located outside the San Diego area, secure telehealth therapy is available throughout California, subject to applicable licensing and telehealth requirements.
Rates and Insurance
Rates and Insurance
Information about session rates, insurance, and out-of-network reimbursement is available on the Rates and Insurance page.
Take the First Step
Take the First Step
Finding the right psychologist is an important decision. A brief consultation can be an opportunity to discuss what brings you to therapy, ask questions, and determine whether working together may be a good fit.
Crisis Services
Crisis Services
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or are in immediate need of support, please be aware this practice does not provide crisis intervention services, immediate, after-hours, or emergency care. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the San Diego Access and Crisis Line at 1-888-724-7240. Confidential and free of charge, the San Diego Access and Crisis Line serves as the local crisis call center and is operated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The San Diego Access and Crisis Line offers crisis support and helps facilitate connections to behavioral health resources including:
Suicide prevention and crisis intervention
Mobile crisis response services
Alcohol and substance use referrals
Mental health referrals
Community resources
Other supportive services
Calls are answered by experienced counselors who provide immediate help for the support you need. Language interpreter services enable the ACL to assist in over 200 languages within seconds. Live chat is also available Monday through Friday, 4pm-10pm, through the ACL website or up2sd.org. The ACL is part of the national 988 network of crisis call centers. Those living in or visiting San Diego County can call the ACL at 1-888-724-7240, or 9-8-8, for support and help navigating services and connections to services.
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