Improving Lives Now – Meet Our Team

OUR TEAM

Meet our Team

Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing personalized care and support for your mental well-being.

Luis G. Cisneros is the Chief Executive Officer at Improving Lives. He holds a B.A. from Brown University and an M.B.A. from the University of Miami. He brings 20+ years of professional experience from multiple industries. He is passionate about mental health and the power of therapy to help those in need.

Dr. Ares-Romero is double board-certified, a diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and a diplomat of the American Board of Preventive Medicine as a specialist in Addiction Medicine. She is an Associate Professor for the University Of Miami School Of Medicine, for the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Anesthesiology – Pain Medicine Fellowship.

Anais Torres, LMHC/LPC, brings 18 years in mental health with psychodynamic and medical-psychology training. She trained at Jackson Memorial Hospital in psychiatric units and consultation-liaison services. At Oliver-Pyatt Centers (now Monte Nido Miami), she rose to Clinical Director. In 2018, she founded Braving Vulnerability Counseling, treating eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, and suicidality. She is the President of IAEDP Miami and an adjunct professor at FIU.

Carla is a Venezuelan-born and raised psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Barry University, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and person-centered therapy. She is committed to empowering clients in their journeys of self-discovery and healing.

Born in Cuba and raised in Canada. With over three years of experience in the mental health field. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Keiser University, a Master’s in Nursing from Miami Regional University, and a Post-Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health from Walden University. Skilled in working with a diverse population ranging from young individuals to seniors. Abel is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with mental illness.

Aileen Abello Rivera is a Miami-raised mental health professional, specializing in Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Carlos Albizu University in December 2022. Aileen is on route to obtaining her professional license in the upcoming year. Known for her very positive demeanor, she is dedicated to helping clients achieve well-being and resilience.

Anthony has a doctorate degree in Jurisprudence and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He is a New York City born and raised psychotherapist. He specializes in Gottman method couple’s therapy, and does cognitive therapy, DBT, and Mindfulness in his practices, both in individual and group therapy settings.

Hector specializes in helping those with substance abuse. He has decades of experience in this field. He has a very direct yet warm approach to therapy. Hector specializes in individual and group therapy for substance abuse clients.

Della Calvet (she, her, ella) is a Cuban-born-and-raised Psychotherapist. Certified EMDR Trauma specialist. Della was trained at Robert Stempbel College of Public Health & Social Work, FIU as a
Licensed Registered Clinical Social Worker. Della works closely with teens, young adults, adults, and their families in individual and group settings. Della also works with trauma survivors who are in their path to healing.

Isabella Fermin is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI) from Venezuela with experience in substance use treatment, crisis intervention, and stabilization. Her integrative approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered Therapy, with a strong commitment to providing a safe, compassionate space that fosters self-discovery and lasting change.