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Registration for this event will open on Monday, June 8 at 4:00 pm. 

 

Introducing the Social Success Lab with Dr. Ilyssa Rivera!

 

What is it?

Social Success Lab is for those who want to build confidence, connection, and everyday social–emotional skills. Each session blends conversation, creativity, and real‑world skill practice in a relaxed, supportive environment designed for adults. Whether you’re working on understanding yourself better, navigating social situations, or just looking for a place to belong, Social Success Lab is about growth that feels empowering, meaningful, and fun.

 

What it's not...

This isn’t therapy—and it’s definitely not school. It’s a space to explore emotions, strengthen relationships, and practice skills like self‑expression, flexibility, communication, and coping, all while connecting with others who get it. 

 

When is it?

Sessions take place once a month on Wednesdays and are designed to build on one another, while still welcoming newcomers at any time.

 

What can I expect?  

 

Protector Characters: Understanding the parts of us that try to keep us safe

 

Have you ever noticed that sometimes we act in ways that surprise even ourselves — shutting down, speaking sharply, or pulling away? This month, members will design a "Protector Character" — a creative character that represents the part of them that tries to keep them safe when things feel hard. By giving this part a name and a face, we can understand it better and feel a little less alone in it.

 

 Dr. Rivera's Bio:

 

Dr. Ilyssa Rivera, PhD, BCBA-D, is a behavior analyst specializing in ACT-informed Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). She is the owner of Rivera Consulting, LLC, where she collaborates with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams to design person-centered, function-based behavior plans that build psychological flexibility and support long-term independence and quality of life.

 

Dr. Rivera’s work emphasizes emotional regulation, adaptive functioning, and meaningful community integration, often incorporating age-appropriate play, creativity, and experiential learning strategies. She also develops training programs for clinicians, with a focus on compassionate, evidence-based, and practical application of behavioral science within real-world service systems.

 

She earned her PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis with a focus on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University.

 

* Space is limited. Registration for this event will open on Monday, June 8. If registration is showing as closed after June 8, that means that all available slots have been filled. If you register and cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible so that your slot can be opened up to another intersested member.