Ms. Garcia Rivera draws on nearly three decades of experience and leadership providing culturally responsive clinical services. Presently, Ms. Garcia Rivera is the owner and the architect of Chicago Growth Mindset, a Latina-led private practice specializing in integrating workplace mental wellness programs and providing evidence-based behavioral healthcare for high-stress professionals as well as community healers, leaders, and first responders.

“I focus on high- stress, demanding sectors and leaders who are making a positive impact on society, not only cultivate a vision of holistic well-being, but because mental wellness in the workplace allows individuals to feel connected, accomplished, and fulfilled."

Ms. Garcia Rivera is seen as a thought leader in the fields of Mental Health, Early Childhood Education, Youth programs, and Civic Engagement. Rosa Julia has won several accolades for her leadership and commitment to serving disinvested Communities, most recently Rosa Julia was voted Chicago’s 2023 Latina Leader by the Chicago Latino Network.

Rosa Julia Rivera  

Rosa Julia Rivera  

Ms. Garcia Rivera received her bachelor’s degree from Northern Illinois University and completed her master’s degree in counseling education with honors from Northeastern University. Additionally, she has completed a 2-year leadership program through the Georgetown School of Nonprofit Management via Prosperity Now as part of their Building High Impact Nonprofits of Color program.

Ms. Garcia Rivera’s passion lies in collaborating with organizations to design mental wellness programs that improve culture and increase the impact of services. 

"A resilient organization enables your employees to thrive, even amidst challenging and uncertain times.”