Mrs. Rahisha A. Bivens, LCSW

(She, Her)
Preferred Name: Rahisha

Online Therapy

About Me

I am a trauma therapist who is deeply committed to helping youth, men & women from the African Diaspora heal from unprocessed trauma. I have been empowering people of color to heal from complex trauma & PTSD and helping individuals & families through major life transitions for over 19 years. As a survivor of complex trauma & racial trauma, you need a multifaceted affirming approach that helps you rediscover who you really, and let go of negative beliefs. I specialize in providing a blended synergistic approach that integrates trauma informed EMDR therapy with somatic practices and transformational coaching approach. I also serve formally incarcerated people who have often never had the support they need to get to the root of their unprocessed trauma.

Education & Experience

MSW, University of Connecticut, 2009 BSW, Central Connecticut State University, 2005

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Stop Solitary CT NAMI

Specialty Area

  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Issues
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
  • Somatic Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • Seniors

Insurance

  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • UnitedHealth