Raymond Rodriguez, LCSW-R, Rev

(he/him/el) — Founder and Clinical Director

A global specialist in the treatment of trauma (PTSD, Complex Trauma, and Dissociation). With empathy at the center, Raymond brings a trauma-informed approach to his roles as an educator, business leader, and clinician. Inspired by Raymond's leadership, Aldea therapists integrate somatic therapy and mindfulness principles into their clinical practice to help you find your way to the place inside you that feels like home.

Focus Areas & Experience

Raymond’s clinical interests include immigration, diversity, LGBTQ empowerment, spirituality, and supporting marginalized communities. He is a trauma specialist with deep experience in treating complex trauma and PTSD. Raymond has worked in academic settings, serving as counselor faculty at Hostos Community College and currently teaching at Columbia University, Smith College, and various trauma-focused institutes.

Therapeutic Approach

Raymond integrates family systems therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and somatic trauma treatments such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and EMDR. His work is grounded in social justice, cultural responsiveness, and deep relational care.

Areas of Support

Raymond supports individuals and families dealing with immigration-related trauma, identity-based challenges, PTSD, and systemic marginalization. His therapeutic lens is rooted in empowerment, healing, and intergenerational resilience.

Courses Taught Across NYC

GRADUATE SCHOOL COURSES:

Columbia University Schools of Social work.
Adjunct Lecturer 2014-2016

• Social Work Direct Practice 

• Direct Practice with Individuals Families and Groups 

Smith School of Social Work
Adjunct Lecturer 

• Social Work Direct Practice

• Social Work Practice with Couples

• Social Work Practice with Groups 

Hostos Community College, City University of New York, Spring 2012

• Substance Use and Abuse 

INSTITUTES

Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute.
2019-2025

• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for the treatment of Trauma 

• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for the the treatment of Developmental and Relational Injury 

Trauma Studies Center of the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy.
2012-2018, 2024.

• Diversity, Immigration, and Trauma 

• EMDR, the Body and Trauma 

Integrative Trauma Program of the National Institute for the Psychotherapies.
2016-2023

• Cultural Competency, anti-racism, and implicit bias in Trauma Therapy