Online therapy · Licensed in Florida

You don't have to carry everything alone.

Online therapy for individuals, couples, and families across Florida — in English and Spanish. Together, we'll help you manage anxiety, navigate life transitions, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change.

Currently accepting new clients · Insurance & private pay
Aileen Abello Rivera, LMHC, in her therapy office

Free 15-min consult

No pressure. Just a conversation.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Telehealth
HIPAA-Compliant Sessions
Flexible Scheduling
Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Who I help

You may be here because…

Your mind rarely slows down, you're exhausted from holding everything together, a relationship feels harder than it should, or life has changed and you're struggling to find your footing.

Whatever brought you here, you're welcome exactly as you are.

  • Anxiety and overthinking
  • Stress or burnout
  • Depression or feeling emotionally stuck
  • Relationship or communication difficulties
  • Major life transitions
  • Self-esteem or emotional regulation struggles
  • Grief or difficult changes

100% Virtual Mental Health Services

HIPAA-Compliant

All appointments are conducted through secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth. I do not provide in-person appointments. Receive care from the comfort and privacy of your own home — anywhere in Florida.

Services

Mental Health Services

Evidence-based virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families throughout Florida. Insurance and private-pay options are available.

Individual Therapy

Support for adolescents, adults, and older adults (ages 11+) navigating life's challenges through personalized, evidence-based therapy.

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress & Burnout
  • Trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-Esteem
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Relationship Challenges
  • Grief
  • Personal Growth

Couples Therapy

Helping couples strengthen communication, rebuild trust, improve conflict resolution, and deepen emotional connection in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment.

  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Infidelity Recovery
  • Emotional Connection
  • Relationship Growth

Family Therapy

Helping families improve communication, strengthen relationships, navigate conflict, and create healthier family dynamics.

  • Parent-Child Relationships
  • Family Conflict
  • Communication
  • Life Transitions
  • Blended Families
  • Strengthening Family Connections

Also available

Additional Services

Offered separately from psychotherapy. Each has its own page with details, pricing, and booking.

Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Evaluations

Professional mental health evaluations to determine whether an Emotional Support Animal is clinically appropriate.

  • Comprehensive Clinical Evaluation
  • Secure Virtual Assessment
  • HIPAA-Compliant
  • Florida LMHC Evaluation
  • ESA Recommendation Letter Provided When Clinically Appropriate

ESA recommendation letters are never guaranteed. A letter is issued only when, in the clinician's professional judgment, an Emotional Support Animal is clinically appropriate following a comprehensive evaluation.

Coaching

Goal-focused coaching for adults who want clarity, practical next steps, and steady accountability. Offered separately from psychotherapy.

  • Individual and group options
  • Written and video coaching
  • Monthly plans
Portrait of Aileen Abello Rivera

Meet your therapist

Hi, I'm Aileen Abello Rivera, LMHC.

I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative and supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop practical coping strategies, and create lasting change that aligns with your values.

Sessions are warm but practical, offered online throughout Florida in English and Spanish.

  • Licensed

    Mental Health Counselor (FL)

  • Approach

    Warm, evidence-based, collaborative

  • Languages

    English & Spanish

  • Focus

    Individuals, couples, & families

Therapy approach

Evidence-based, deeply human.

I draw on several proven approaches and weave them together around you — never the other way around.

What you can expect

  • ✓Practical tools you can use right away
  • ✓Greater self-awareness
  • ✓Healthier thought patterns
  • ✓Better communication
  • ✓Coping strategies that work outside of sessions

Evidence-informed approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Strength-Based Therapy
  • Solution-Focused
  • Mindfulness-Based
Explore My Approach
Cozy therapy office corner

Why Virtual Therapy FL

A practice designed around your life.

  • ✓Convenient online sessions from anywhere in Florida
  • ✓Secure, confidential HIPAA-compliant platform
  • ✓Flexible scheduling that fits your routine
  • ✓Personalized treatment plans tailored to you
  • ✓Compassionate, nonjudgmental care
  • ✓Bilingual sessions in English & Spanish

Client experiences

Words from the work.

“Aileen is a professional and truly the most genuine therapist I've dealt with. She is caring and has been instrumental in helping my family. She follows up and truly makes you feel like she's invested in your well-being.”
Lily B· Local Guide19 weeks ago
“I recently began working with Aileen, and my experience has been truly positive. I've worked with several therapists before, but I feel that Aileen is the right fit for me. She is compassionate, understanding, and creates a safe, welcoming environment where I feel comfortable to share and grow.”
Zaria Reynolds25 weeks ago
“Very easy to talk to. Listened to my concerns and addressed them accordingly. Aileen was a pleasure to talk to.”
Penelope Judd26 weeks ago

Questions

What to know before we begin.

Don't see your question? Reach out — I'm happy to answer.

Do you accept insurance?+

Yes. I accept a variety of insurance plans through my partner platforms, SonderMind and Grow Therapy. Coverage varies by plan. Visit the Book Here page to find your insurance and verify eligibility. Private-pay options are also available — see private-pay rates.

How does online therapy work?+

We meet via a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform — no special software needed. You'll get a private link before each session and can join from anywhere quiet and comfortable in Florida.

Do you offer therapy in Spanish?+

Yes. Sessions are available in English and Spanish.

What types of clients do you work with?+

Individual therapy for clients ages 11 and up, plus couples and family therapy. Sessions are available to clients located in Florida.

How do I schedule?+

Go to the Book Here page and choose the option that fits you — insurance or private pay.

Can I speak with you before booking?+

Of course. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation — a no-pressure call to answer your questions and see if we're a good fit.

Is therapy confidential?+

Yes. What you share stays between us, with very limited legal exceptions I'll explain in our first session.

A first step, on your terms

Ready to Take the First Step?

Whether you use insurance or prefer private pay, there's a simple way to begin. And if you'd like to talk first, a free 15-minute call is always an option.