Rio Bauce, Queer Affirming Therapist Online

Hi, I’m Rio, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy to adults and couples in Massachusetts and California. I specialize in supporting clients navigating anxiety, identity stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions with clarity, compassion, and practical support.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded. Therapy with me is a space where you can slow down, understand yourself more deeply, and build tools that genuinely help you feel more connected and resilient. I draw from evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, while also paying close attention to your lived experiences, identities, and the broader systems you move through. As a queer clinician, I bring an affirming, culturally responsive lens to all of my work.

Before moving into private practice, I spent several years supporting clients in community mental health, HIV care, and LGBTQ+ health settings in San Francisco. These experiences shaped my belief that healing is most possible when people feel seen, supported, and understood — not judged or rushed.

In our sessions, you can expect a thoughtful balance of insight and skill-building. We’ll explore the patterns that show up in your relationships, emotions, and choices, while grounding the work in practical strategies that support meaningful change in your day-to-day life. Many clients describe my style as steady, attentive, and honest in a way that feels human and relatable.

Outside of therapy, you can usually find me exploring the Boston area, cooking new recipes, and spending time with my partner and our very talkative husky, Luka.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for something to change, I’d be honored to support you. If you’re interested in working together, you can check my current availability by emailing me at therapywithrio@gmail.com or book directly through Zocdoc using the button below.

Warmly,

Rio Bauce, LCSW, LICSW

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Telehealth Therapy in Massachusetts & California