Emilio Rivera
He/Him/His
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW Practice: Kip Therapy Specialties • Insurance & Fees • Locations
New York
Accepting Online
Columbus Circle
Accepting In-person
Updated July 22, 2023
Emilio Rivera
Zencare Vetted
Specialties & Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics
- Race & cultural identity
- Relationship issues
- Trauma
Professional statement
Emilio is a queer, Latine/x cisgender man based in Upper Manhattan. Emilio holds a Master of Social Work from Columbia University and a B.S. in Public Health Science from the University of Maryland.
Prior to his career as a therapist, Emilio dedicated himself to serving individuals, groups, and families within the community health and humanitarian sectors. His clinical expertise encompasses supporting LGBTQ+ adults, older adults (60+), immigrants, and asylum seekers. These diverse experiences played a crucial role in honing his communication and empathy skills, while also igniting a deep curiosity and passion for fostering resilience in the human spirit.
Emilio's unique background, stemming from his bicultural heritage and personal experiences both as a client and clinician, informs his therapeutic approach through a social justice lens. He strives to create a gentle, collaborative, and encouraging environment, with the focus squarely on you as an individual within your unique circumstances.
He firmly believes that therapy can be an empowering and transformative journey, offering a brave space for growth and healing. Throughout this process, you will have the opportunity to explore and tap into your adaptive strengths, values, communities, as well as other internal and external resources to navigate life's challenges.
Specialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
Race & cultural identity - Exploring topics of racial, cultural, and ethnic background as it relates to one’s family origins and personal identity
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions: $150 (50min)
- Sliding scale: $100 - $150
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
Therapist's note
Since we work with most major insurances companies and can submit on your behalf (in-network and out-of-network), you may have a very low out-of-pocket copay. Call or email our offices to find out if you're covered.
Location(s)
Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
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Columbus Circle practice
330 W 58th St,
Ste 401,
New York, New York 10019
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon Please inquire about hours
- Tue Please inquire about hours
- Wed Please inquire about hours
- Thu Please inquire about hours
- Fri Please inquire about hours
- Sat Please inquire about hours
- Sun Please inquire about hours
Work and Education
Years of Experience: <1 year
Kip Therapy, Resident Fellow, 2023 - Present
Columbia University, MSW, 2023
Licensure
New York: 120385
Languages
English