Nicole Rivera-Brastad is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and author based in Las Cruces, N.M.
Nicole received her Master’s Degree at New Mexico State University in 2010 and has been working with children, teenagers and adults since that time. She currently has a private practice and is focused on working with children and teenagers at this time.
Nicole enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially when good food, board games, dancing, and movies are involved. She also loves any activity involving animals, being known for spending time with her dogs, rabbits, tortoises and chickens.
She has been married to her husband, Brys, for 12 years, and they have two children—an 9-year-old son and 5-year-old daughter. Nicole’s private practice Facebook page shares resources and information on Mental Health: Inner Strength Counseling - NM
Nicole is the owner & practicing therapist for Inner Strength Counseling LLC- a private practice located in Las Cruces, NM. She has worked in the mental health hospital setting as well as other outpatient therapy agencies. Currently her caseload includes children (ages 3+), teenagers, adults, couples & families. Nicole utilizes several therapy modalities with clients including: Cognitive-Behavioral, DBT, Play Therapy, & EMDR. Nicole has EMDR Basic Training and is working towards her Registered Play Therapist credential. Nicole utilizes a strengths-based approach with clients as she believes that knowing & utilizing one’s strengths is a key component to therapy.
Contact Information: Inner Strength Counseling LLC (E) nicolerb@innerstrengthcounseling.org (F) (575) 339-0949
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nrbbooksllc@gmail.com
Mailing Address: 525 E. Lohman Ave Ste B Las Cruces, NM 88001