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Chloe Rivas, MSW, LSW

Clinical Therapist

Chloe understands that life can be challenging, especially for those who have experienced trauma. Her trauma and attachment-informed approach underlies her belief that everyone deserves a safe, supportive space to get through life’s most challenging moments.

 

Chloe has a particular passion for working with individuals, couples, and families impacted by complex, chronic, and attachment trauma. She weaves together her training in EMDR, IFS, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and a variety of play therapies to tailor an integrative treatment designed to best support each unique individual.

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With a background in education and experience providing developmental support to Autistic individuals of all ages, Chloe is passionate about supporting the growth of Neurodivergent people in ways that honor their unique strengths and differences. She is deeply committed to neuro-affirming practice and supporting individuals of all neurotypes to embrace their authentic selves.

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Chloe brings empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a deep respect for each person's individual journey. She encourages clients to approach their inner world with curiosity and compassion, supporting them as they grow their emotional well-being and self-understanding. She is also bilingual, offering therapy in Spanish to support Spanish-speaking individuals and families in their preferred language.

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Outside of her work, Chloe enjoys baking, traveling, and spending time near the water. She loves spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Chip.​​

Chloe Rivas

Chloe's Areas of Focus:​​

  • Children, teens and adults

  • Couples & families

  • Neurodivergence—Autism & ADHD

  • Complex and Attachment Trauma

  • Anxiety​

  • Internal Family Systems

  • EMDR

  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy

  • Play Therapy

 

Chloe's Fees

  • Individuals: $145 per 45-50 minute session - $165 for the initial session​

  • Couples & Families: $160 per 45-50 minute session - $180 for the initial session

Qualifications

Degrees and Certifications​​

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  • Licensed Social Worker - State of New Jersey - License Number 44SL07452000

  • Masters of Social Work - Rutgers University -  May 2026

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Florida International University, 2013

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Clinical Training​

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  • Heartwise Counseling Internship Program - 2025-2026

  • Center for Counseling and Education Practicum Program - 2024-2025

  • AutPlay™ Therapy - Robert Jason Grant - 2026

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) - EMDR Consulting - 2026

  • Internal Family Systems - Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy - 2025

  • Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT) Externship - Debi Scimeca-Diaz, LMFT - 2025

  • Playing From The Bottom Up - Demi Banchs, LPC, RPT™, 2025

  • Foundational TraumaPlay™ Training - Paris Goodyear Brown, LCSW, RPT-S - 2025

  • Child-Centered Play Therapy in Practice - Demi Banchs, MA, LPC, RPT™  - 2024

  • Introduction to Sand Tray Therapy - Mary Wightman, LCSW, RPT-S - 2024

  • Gestalt Play Therapy - Meg Clark Soriano, MA, LPC, ACS, RPT-S, RST-C/T - 2024

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy for OCD - Cognitive Behavior Institute - 2024

  • ​DIR® 101: Introduction to DIR Floortime® - ICDL - 2024

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Supervision & Consultation​

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  • Clinical Social Work Supervisor - Beth Filla, MSW, LCSW

  • Registered Play Therapy Supervisors - Mary Wightman, LCSW, RPT-S and Robert Jason Grant, Ed.D, RPT-S

  • AutPlay® Therapy Consultant - Robert Jason Grant, Ed.D, RPT-S

  • EMDR Consultants - Jessica Crunkleton, LMFT, LCPC, LPC, LMHC, CADAC II and George Tabb, MSW, LCSW

  • Internship Supervisor - Simone Lavine, LPC, RPT, ACS

  • Practicum Supervisor - Mary Wightman, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S

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