Kara Rivera

APRN

Kara Rivera is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University and brings over 17 years of healthcare experience, including more than a decade as a registered nurse with Yale New Haven Health.

Kara provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, and other mental health conditions. She believes in building collaborative relationships with her patients and developing treatment plans that are personalized, practical, and focused on long-term wellness.

Kara is committed to creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to achieve their mental health goals.