Island Therapy Collective llc

We believe in the power of working with you, not for you. Island Therapy Collective is committed to breaking down hierarchical structures often present in traditional therapy. We prioritize genuine collaboration, ensuring your lived experience is the guiding force in our work together. Embracing a liberation psychology lens, we acknowledge the inherent humanness of every individual and the societal forces that shape our lives. Our collective mission is to foster your personal growth and build resistance against oppressive systems. Meet our team: Dr. Javier Robledo Rivera (he/they) has a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Albizu University of Puerto Rico. They are a queer, Boricua, Spanish and English-speaking Psychologist licensed in Puerto Rico and Ohio. They hold training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy, and Gender, Kink and Polyamory Affirming Care. Javier's clinical interests are gender identity, racial trauma, mood instability, polyamory, kinks, relational concerns, and liberatory and decolonial practices. Some of their research interests include clinical supervision, liberation psychology, decolonizing mental health, gender affirming care, and training. Javier enjoys video games, spending time with partners, reading, anime, exploring nature, and being at the beach. Dr. José Francisco Avilés-Acosta (they/them) is a non-binary and gender non-conforming licensed clinical psychologist (PsyD) who offers therapy in Spanish and English. Their therapeutic approach is grounded in Liberation Psychology and interculturalism, integrating various evidence-based therapies. They emphasize collaboration, empowering clients as experts in their own experiences. Dr. Avilés-Acosta has experience supporting emerging adults with issues like relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity exploration, including LGBTQIA+ experiences and immigration adjustment. They have extensive training in areas such as anti-racist approaches, supervision, trauma, and non-monogamous relationships. Outside of their practice, Dr. Avilés-Acosta enjoys cooking, gaming, reading, writing, connecting with loved ones, and warm weather. They have contributed to publications on clinical supervision and developed training programs, also presenting at national and international conferences.