River Ornellas

River Ornellas is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in providing gender-affirming care to adult individuals, particularly those who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender-expansive, or gender-questioning. With a compassionate and supportive approach, River also extends their expertise to those exploring queer sexualities and has gained specialized training in grief and loss. Creating a safe and nurturing environment is at the heart of River's practice, aiming to empower clients on their journey towards living an authentic and fulfilling life. Whether clients are seeking to understand their gender or sexuality, find appropriate resources, develop coping strategies for challenging experiences, or heal from emotional trauma, River is committed to being a guiding presence. By prioritizing a holistic understanding of each individual—body, spirit, and mind—River ensures that therapy is tailored to meet the unique needs of every person. Their integrated approach draws from various modalities, including mindfulness-based, trauma-informed, and somatic methods, to restore a deeper connection to oneself. River also offers consultation services for gender-affirming care to fellow clinicians.