Dr.Max Riv
Psychologist
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You may be feeling stuck in painful patterns within yourself or your relationships. You want to feel understood, communicate more clearly, and break the cycles that keep creating distance or conflict. You might feel overwhelmed or exhausted from trying to connect or communicate, yet still running into patterns that leave you hurt, frustrated, or questioning yourself. You are ready to explore what is happening beneath the surface, make sense of your emotions and experiences, and move toward greater connection, intimacy, and personal clarity. You want therapy that feels safe, warm, and grounded in real expertise. I help individuals and couples heal relational wounds, improve communication, and restore trust and intimacy. My work is interactive, compassionate, and rooted in deep understanding. I integrate relational, psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, IFS, and ACT approaches. I also support therapists and other practitioners who want to do their own meaningful personal work. You deserve relationships and a life that feel emotionally secure and connected. If you are ready to make sense of your experiences, strengthen your relationships, and move toward more authenticity and compassion for yourself, I would be honored to help. Reaching out can feel vulnerable, but it is a powerful step toward healing and growth. **Specialties:** I help driven individuals and couples overcome high-stakes stress, relationship breakdowns, emotional disconnection, and trauma. Treatment focuses on strategic insight, emotional mastery, and rebuilding meaningful relationships. Expect sharper clarity, stronger leadership presence, and deeper personal fulfillment.
"I use relational therapy, psychodynamic insight, cognitive-behavioral strategies (CBT), emotional regulation skills (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Whether for individuals or couples, treatment blends depth work, emotional mastery, and actionable change."
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Services & Pricing
Individual Therapy
50 min · Online
Couples Therapy
50 min · Online
Qualifications
Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · PsyD
Max Riv · Verified February 2026
Education and Years in Practice
Attended Nova Southeastern University, PsyD in
Additional Credentials
Membership from Gottman I & II
Membership from NLP
Insurance & Policies
Self-pay sessions are $400. If you have out-of-network insurance, I can provide a Superbill which may reduce out-of-pocket costs. I accept Aetna and Blue Cross when available. Initial couples sessions are two hours and are self-pay only. This is an investment in your relationship and your growth.
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Available for online sessions
Coral Gables, FL, 33134 map
I use relational therapy, psychodynamic insight, cognitive-behavioral strategies (CBT), emotional regulation skills (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Whether for individuals or couples, treatment blends depth work, emotional mastery, and actionable change.
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